Managers of Wealth Fintech

Bitcoin: UK banks are getting tough on crypto, but money-laundering rules are the real problem

Both Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs are now offering their wealth management clients the opportunity to invest in bitcoin.

Cryptocurrencies lose their anonymity in Ireland

The rules apply to any firm that exchanges virtual assets for either fiat currency or other virtual assets, as well as those that provide custodian wallets or other support services for cryptocurrency purposes.

$2B crypto scam: Turkish exchange Thodex goes silent, sparks user outcry

But users who have not been able to withdraw their money or access their accounts took to Twitter to voice concern that they may have been scammed.

Iress partners with regtech for DDO

The financial services software company has announced it is integrating Objective Corporation with its blockchain technology for its design and distribution obligations (DDO) solution.

Tales From The Crypto

Are cryptocurrencies finally moving from fad to fundamental asset type? We take a look at why you might want to get involved, and the risks to steer clear of.

ASEAN Blockchain Consortium Formed to Collaborate on Digital Assets and Enterprise Blockchain, Strengthening Cross-Border Relationship

Memorandum of Understanding inked at virtual event organised by Blockchain Association Singapore

Bitcoin platform ShakePay partners Marqeta on digital card offering

Shakepay was founded in 2015 and is a leading platform for buying and selling digital currencies in Canada.

European Commission publishes landmark Artificial Intelligence regulatory package

In Brussels today, the European Commission unveiled a much-anticipated new rulebook on Artificial Intelligence.

CI Global Asset Management Capping MERs on its Cryptocurrency ETFs, BTCX and ETHX, at 0.95%

Introduces the lowest published MER caps of any bitcoin or Ether ETF globally

HM Treasury, BOE Form CBDC Taskforce to Explore ‘Britcoin’

It will also monitor international CBDC developments to ensure the UK remains at the forefront of global innovation, the BOE said.

IntellectEU launches AI platform for 'hyper-personalisation' in wealth management

Traditional asset managers aim for a minimum capital requirement of 200,000 to 300,000 euros for which personalized investment advice is provided.

Etisalat Digital's new blockchain platform aims to stop trade finance losses

UAE Trade Connect says losses through duplicated invoices could be between AED500mln and 1bln annually

Blockchain Association Singapore and Elliptic to roll out a Digital Asset Compliance Certification

It will be the first Digital Asset Compliance training program available in Singapore for financial institutions, digital asset businesses, and law enforcement.

Bank of America Survey: 74% of Fund Managers See Bitcoin as a Bubble

The fund managers who responded to the survey also rated bitcoin second on the list of the most crowded trades

Bitcoin recoups most losses after falling by $8,000 in 24 hours

Digital currency had earlier hit an all-time high following listing of Coinbase

HSBC Adds Coinbase to Crypto Ban List

This is not a new policy,» Ankit Patel, HSBC corporate media relations manager, told crypto news platform Coindesk.

Digital platform flexes blockchain edge in private markets

Entry of traditional players seen boosting acceptance among issuers and investors

Circle picks Signature Bank for USDC integration

The two companies also committed to a long-term roadmap that will kick off with the integration of Circle into SignetTM

Canada's 3iQ to bring Middle East's first listed crypto fund to Nasdaq Dubai

Institutional investors including sovereign wealth funds have expressed interest in the listing, said Zachary Cefaratti, CEO of Dalma Capital Management.

UAE hits its digital stride in KYC and blockchain

So, the following year, it switched track and headed to the United Arab Emirates, opening an office in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the region’s main financial hub.

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