Crypto

Through a variety of proxy vehicles, the notorious entrepreneur and investor Peter Thiel has jumped into crypto with a battery of big investments.

Nigeria speeds ahead of UK in digital money race according to new research from PwC

April 5, 2022

PwC’s analysis also gives an overview of stablecoins, privately issued cryptoassets which aim to maintain a stable value by pegging to a fiat currency or other assets.

David Beckham Enters the Metaverse and Becomes Global Ambassador for DigitalBits Blockchain

March 24, 2022

David Beckham, global sporting icon, entrepreneur and philanthropist has become a global brand ambassador for the DigitalBits blockchain

IOSCO explains how Decentralised Finance is cloning Financial Markets

March 24, 2022

IOSCO has today published a detailed report setting out how decentralised finance (“DeFi”) is quickly evolving to mirror conventional financial markets.

How Cities Are Adopting Crypto & Using Blockchain

March 14, 2022

Across the globe, cities in far-flung locations are adopting bitcoin in one way or another, and now there is chatter about Crypto Cities. So, it’s about time we define what that means, as well as the potential downstream costs and benefits for residents.

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Joy Li Promoted to Gold-i’s Head of APAC

March 8, 2022

Joy Li joined Gold-i in Shanghai in 2018 and was quickly promoted to Head of Business Development for the Asia Pacific region in 2019. She has a proven track in growing Gold-i’s client base, particularly in Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan and Korea.

Digital Assets Fintech News

Matt Hancock: Parliament’s Crypto Champion?

March 3, 2022

Matt Hancock has decided to position himself as Parliament’s crypto champion.

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hi partners with Contis to launch crypto debit card and fiat accounts

February 24, 2022

hi, the crypto exchange upstart and mobile banking platform, has today announced a strategic agreement with Contis, a leading Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) provider in Europe.

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The Numbrs Bitcoin Account Is Coming to the Web

February 24, 2022

Numbrs Personal Finance AG (“Numbrs”), a Swiss Bitcoin company based in Zug, Switzerland, today is pleased to announce the web launch of its Numbrs Bitcoin Account

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Coinbase delivers its integration with Ledger’s Hardware Wallet; Customers can now explore web3 more confidently with Coinbase Wallet and Ledger

February 23, 2022

Coinbase, the world leading cryptocurrency exchange, today announces support for Ledger hardware wallets in its Wallet extension.

Asia Digital Assets News

Why is Japan an attractive place for crypto companies to invest in?

February 23, 2022

What might growth crypto growth in the East Asia region look like in the months and years ahead? DisruptionBanking spoke to Amber Group’s CEO, Michael Wu.

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Amber Group closes $200 million Series B+ investment round, valuing the company at $3 billion

February 22, 2022

Amber Group, a leading global digital asset platform, today announced a $200 million Series B+ round led by investment company Temasek.

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Digital Pound Foundation announces partnership with CryptoUK, fostering stronger ecosystem for new forms of digital money in the UK

February 22, 2022

The Digital Pound Foundation (DPF) today announces a new strategic partnership with CryptoUK as part of its plans to foster a stronger ecosystem for new forms of digital money in the UK.

Digital Assets Fintech News

Earn Crypto Rewards with Plutus

February 22, 2022

If someone spends with the Plutus debit card, they get loyalty rewards. The rewards are in the form our token, Pluton.

Digital Assets News Regulator

Crisis at Binance: Embattled CEO CZ hires ex-regulators while cooperating with international cops

February 18, 2022

it’s been five months since Binance froze millions in crypto belonging to 150 Colombian accounts, at the behest of the Dutch Attorney General.

Artificial Intelligence Blockchain Technology

Are US tech firms scared that China will dominate Web 3.0?

February 11, 2022

What is interesting is the “anti-China” approach the tech firms have taken as they attempt to resist calls for more stringent regulation. Silicon Valley firms are arguing that this could lead to “Chinese tech giants getting more powerful.” Why?

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