11/16/2020
Can blockchain make a difference? Africa sees vast monetary potential
As access to crypto spreads across Africa, blockchain could be crucial in improving cross-border payments and settlement systems.
Bitcoin, Blockchain & AI
11/16/2020
Bitcoin Movement launches collection of blockchain-backed streetwear designed by Zuby
Designed in collaboration with British influencer Zuby, each piece is linked to the VeChain blockchain for “Proof of authenticity”.
11/16/2020
Ovex moves nearly R2bn a month in crypto transactions
Most of it on behalf of institutions and high-net-worth individuals.
11/16/2020
Bitcoin Climbs Above $16,000; What Biden’s Win Means For Crypto Regulation
Crypto and blockchain is a more robust industry than it was the last time prices rose this high in the 2017 bubble, though there may still be unintended consequences.
11/16/2020
BOE: Banks Don't Get Protection From Digital Currencies
Andrew Bailey, governor of the BoE, said over the summer that the BoE is closely examining how the idea of a digital currency would work. He said it has "huge implications" on payments as well as the general way society would operate.
11/13/2020
Bitcoin tops $16,000 on PayPal bull run
Cryptocurrency could touch $20,000 as investor interest surges
11/12/2020
China Construction Bank to raise $3bn via blockchain bond
Fusang will use blockchain technology to record ownership.
11/12/2020
‘Slippery slope’ as new Bitcoin mining pool censors transactions
The launch of a new 'censored' mining pool has some Bitcoiners worried its a harbinger of things to come.
11/12/2020
Crypto-certainty comes to the Cayman Islands
The Law defines "virtual assets" as a digital representation of value that can be electronically traded or transferred and used for payment or investment purposes.
11/12/2020
Turkish bank İşbank carries second pilot on cross border trade using blockchain
İşbank is the first bank in Turkey to perform a trade finance transaction using blockchain technology.
11/11/2020
How crypto is bringing banking to Africa
This problem is particularly profound in Africa, where some national currencies are prone to experiencing hyper-inflation that risks plunging more citizens into poverty across the continent.
11/11/2020
Nomura blockchain report makes case for security token offerings
The report points out that as a new funding tool security token offerings (STO) could appeal to a wide range of investors, both those motivated by monetary and non-monetary reasons, as well as investors with different levels of assets.
11/09/2020
Figure Technologies applies for bank charter
Figure has originated more than $1 billion of home equity lines of credit since launching in 2018 and is planning to pilot a small-dollar instalment-loan product in January, says Bloomberg.
11/09/2020
Canada's Tax Authority Asks Court to Force Crypto Exchange to Hand Over Data on All Users
Canada’s tax authority is reportedly asking a federal court to force cryptocurrency exchange Coinsquare to hand over information and certain documents on all of its users since the beginning of 2013. The Canadian crypto exchange has over 200,000 use
11/09/2020
Virtual gold? Bitcoin's rise sparks new debate
Bitcoin was created in 2008 by the pseudonymous Satoshi Nakamoto, and marketed as an alternative to traditional currencies.
11/09/2020
The Cayman Islands Pass Laws To Regulate Crypto Service Providers
The proclaimed standards went into power on October 28, 2020.
11/09/2020
Cryptocurrency boom drives luxury car sales
This expansion will see new appointments in sales, compliance, management and anti-money laundering at Auto Coin Cars, an online platform offering new and used cars for sale online through virtual monies.
11/09/2020
CBDC revolution is coming in three years, says Bitcoin naysayer Roubini
The word “cryptocurrency” is a misnomer because it isn’t a currency, according to Roubini.
11/08/2020
FinTech Ripple chooses Dubai International Financial Centre for regional headquarters
Ripple to work with local and regional institutions to revolutionise payments industry
11/08/2020
Forget the Bitcoin price! Here’s how I’d invest £10k to make a million
The asset has been a great hedge against uncertainty this year and has achieved one of the best performances of any financial asset as a result.