02/21/2023
Huobi Bets Big on Hong Kong
Sun himself also said he would relocate to Hong Kong to capitalize on the opportunities as early as next month.
Bitcoin, Blockchain & AI
02/21/2023
SFC consults on proposals to regulate virtual asset trading platforms
The SFC intends to publish lists on its website to inform the public of the different regulatory statuses of VA trading platforms
02/21/2023
Swarm launches first stocks and ETFs trading platform using DeFi
Blockchain-based but non-crypto securities such as Apple and Tesla stock can be traded on Swarm’s platform.
02/21/2023
SFC Hangs Crypto Out to Dry
The SFC added that many jurisdictions appear to be shifting away from a «light-touch» approach to a more comprehensive one
02/20/2023
Robinhood sees rebounding trading volumes across equities, options and crypto
January was good to Robinhood.
02/20/2023
Russia preps digital ruble pilot
Russia had planned to begin testing a digital ruble in 2021, but put back the project in the face of concerns from banks that it could make the banking system more centralised, according to CoinDesk.
02/20/2023
Zambia tests technology for crypto regulation, says minister Mutati
The Bank of Zambia and the country’s securities regulator are collaborating on digital infrastructure and a policy framework for crypto.
02/20/2023
Goldman Lampe Private Bank adding significant number of Bitcoin to their balance sheet
Goldman Lampe Private Bank's decision to invest in Bitcoin reflects a growing trend among financial institutions to embrace digital assets as a legitimate investment option.
02/20/2023
Crypto Fugitive Withdraws Millions From Swiss Bank
They were gradually taken out of the company and put into a «cold wallet», potentially a hard drive or USB stick, that is not registered with a digital asset exchange.
02/17/2023
Singapore Hits Highest Fintech Funding in 3 Years, Crypto Snagged US$1.2 Billion
Singapore’s 2022 positive showing comes against the backdrop of falling global fintech investment which dropped to US$164.1 billion.
02/17/2023
Stem Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Results
Our commercial success continued in the fourth quarter
02/17/2023
Fluid Finance taps Sumsub for ID verification
Fluid’s aim is to create a new financial model by combining traditional and digital finance.
02/17/2023
Bitcoin’s correlation to risk assets
While many bitcoin investors look for the asset to behave as a safe haven, bitcoin typically has ultimately acted as the riskiest of all risk allocations.
02/16/2023
European Commission opens blockchain regulatory sandbox
The sandbox establishes a pan-European framework for regulatory dialogues to increase legal certainty for innovative blockchain solutions.
02/16/2023
Bitcoin trading volume up 80% at DBS Digital Exchange in 2022; customer base doubles
These robust business metrics underscore the trust that investors continue to place in DBS’ digital asset ecosystem in the face of unprecedented volatility in digital asset markets.
02/16/2023
George Soros’s Family Office Bets Against Crypto Bank Silvergate
The trade would turn a profit should shares drop beneath a certain level that wasn’t disclosed in the filing, and no expiration date for the options was given.
02/15/2023
DBS Says Bitcoin Trading up 80% in 2022 on DDex Exchange
DBS’ crypto exchange, which is not open to retail traders, currently allows for bitcoin, ether, XRP, bitcoin cash, DOT, and ADA trading.
02/15/2023
Bank Frick rolls out cryptocurrency staking for customers
Bank Frick maintains full control of delegated cryptocurrencies
02/14/2023
Credit Suisse Partners With Geneva Blockchain Startup
Through the partnership, Credit Suisse wants to cater to clients with an affinity for digital assets that go beyond traditional banking services
02/13/2023
How blockchain tech is enabling humanitarian aid efforts
These funds are helping the Ukrainian government purchase medical supplies, field rations, protective gear and military accessories, such as tactical backpacks and thermal imagers.