04/30/2021

EIB issues digital bond on public blockchain

Mourinho Félix, VP, EIB, says that "digital bonds will play a role in giving the Bank a quicker and more streamlined access to alternative sources of finance to boost finance for projects across the globe".

04/29/2021

Accountant warns on HMRC crypto crackdown

An HMRC spokesperson said: “The majority of individuals and businesses pay the tax that is due – however there remains a determined minority who refuse to play by the rules.

04/29/2021

Linklaters advises EIB

The notes were issued on a delivery versus delivery basis against central bank digital currency (CBDC) which was issued as part of the Banque de France’s CBDC trial.

04/28/2021

Gemini partners Mastercard on crypto rewards card

Tyler Winklevoss, CEO, Gemini, says: "As more consumers look to enter the crypto ecosystem, the Gemini Credit Card gives them an easy point of entry and an effortless way to earn crypto as a reward without changing their daily spending habits."

04/26/2021

Bitcoin falls 1.8% to $50,270

There has been growing retail and institutional investor acceptance of digital currencies as a legitimate asset class.