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Here’s a New Banking Tool for Vetting Crypto Exchanges
11.12.2019
The blockchain forensics firm is now offering banks a product that aims to provide up-to-date risk profiles of more than 200 of the largest crypto exchanges around the world
CBD Coffee Company Leverages Censorship-Resistant Nature of Crypto
11.12.2019
On December 8, the U.S.-based coffee firm that uses cannabidiol (CBD) in its product, Crazy Calm, launched a promotion that aims to send $5 per order to the charity EatBCH. The founder of Crazy Calm, Matt Aaron, also detailed that the startup wanted to leverage the payment processor Shopify but...
JPMorgan Blockchain Payments Network Eyes January Japan Launch
10.12.2019
JPMorgan's Interbank Information Network will expand to Japan early next year, according to its executive director
Santander Exec Claims Blockchain Success as Bank Redeems Ethereum-Issued Bond
10.12.2019
"This unequivocally proves that a debt security can be managed through its full lifecycle," said an exec
State-Owned Chinese Bank to Finance Small Businesses With Blockchain Tech
10.12.2019
The China Construction Bank will help finance small businesses using a blockchain platform
Lithuanian Central Bank Announces Blockchain Collector Coin
9.12.2019
Lithuania’s central bank announced that in 2020 it will release a blockchain-based collector coin
No Demand for a State Digital Currency in Japan: Central Bank Governor
4.12.2019
There is no public demand for a central bank digital currency in Japan, according to Bank of Japan Governor Haruhiko Kuroda
European Banks Struggle With Low Interest Rates and Strict Regulations
4.12.2019
Banks in Europe have been in a difficult spot lately. A new report reveals that financial institutions across the region faced serious difficulties in the 2018 financial year, and despite all the cost cutting that followed, haven’t managed to compensate the revenue decline in 2019....
Global Android Vulnerability Could Grab Wallet and Banking Data
3.12.2019
A newly-discovered exploit could hijack banking and wallet apps on your Android phone
Deutsche Boerse’s DLT Security Lending Platform Sees First Transactions
3.12.2019
Three major banks carried out the first transactions on Deutsche Boerse and HQLAX’s DLT-enabled security lending platform
Court Backs Nordea Bank Bid to Block Staff From Trading Crypto
3.12.2019
Nordea Bank has won a court battle in Denmark over its bid to bar employees from buying and selling cryptocurrencies outside of work
Swiss Licensed Crypto Bank Expanding Into 9 Markets
1.12.2019
A fully operational crypto-focused bank based in Switzerland is expanding into nine other markets. With a banking and securities dealer license from the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority, its services include crypto custody, trading, and asset management. The bank has launched...
French Central Banker Advocates For Blockchain-Based Settlements in Europe
25.11.2019
The central bank of France wants the eurozone to build a DLT-based settlement system that moves euros faster and more cheaply than existing tech
HSBC Closes Account Used to Support Hong Kong Protesters
22.11.2019
For months on end, Hong Kong has been the scene of intensive confrontation between pro-democracy activists and its Beijing-supported government. It now seems the financial establishment has taken a side in this conflict. Banking giant HSBC has decided to close an account used to support the protest...
Google, Facebook Take on Banking Duties, Crypto Shrugged to the Side?
21.11.2019
With major tech firms shifting their focus to finance, what does this mean for the future of crypto and the wider financial system?
Silvergate Bank CEO Bets on Higher Crypto Price Volatility After $40M IPO
21.11.2019
“Now that we're public, we have more efficient access to capital to support our growth,” Silvergate Bank CEO Alan Lane said in an interview
Bitcoin Miner Canaan’s IPO Nets Just $90M After Losing Banking Partner
21.11.2019
Canaan completes $90M IPO without major backer Credit Suisse
Fed Reserve Evaluating Digital Dollar But Benefits Still Unclear, Says Chairman
20.11.2019
Jerome Powell has said his institution is looking into the possibility of developing a digital currency, but the option throws up many policy questions and unclear benefits
Restrictions Worldwide Show Why It’s Vital to Be Your Own Bank
20.11.2019
As capital controls and banking restrictions continue to affect various populations worldwide, standing in the way of individuals and their hard-earned savings, some are looking to safer options and even cryptocurrencies. Lebanon, Zimbabwe, and India are just a few of the countries to deal with...
PayPal Joins $4.2M Round for Crypto Banking Compliance Startup
19.11.2019
Reddit founder Alexis Ohanian’s Initialized Capital, Blockchain Capital and PayPal Ventures are backing TRM Labs in its effort to help financial firms manage crypto risk