02/28/2020
Tech firms could defeat banks on the crypto issue, says Bank of England official
The Bank of England's Chief Cashier stated that central banks need to quicken the pace of CBDC development if they are to beat the private sector.
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02/28/2020
Steven Seagal fined £240,000 over cryptocurrency scheme
The SEC also noted that under anti-touting provisions of federal securities laws, "any celebrity or other individual who promotes a virtual token or coin that is a security must disclose the nature, scope, and amount of compensation received in excha
02/28/2020
Is Malta the centre of the cryptocurrency business market?
With low tax rates, crypto-friendly regulation and a tech-savvy Government, 'Blockchain Island' Malta possesses all the ingredients for businesses to succeed in this sector
02/28/2020
Coronavirus: impact on bitcoin price and possible recession
Concerns around coronavirus are also reportedly behind fluctuating Bitcoin prices, too.
02/27/2020
Luno will now allow customers to trade Ripple on its platform
In 2019, Luno asked a sample of customers which coins they would most like to see added to the platform and the survey found that Ripple was the coin they most wanted to buy.
02/26/2020
Russia's Richest Man Launches Metals Blockchain
Central Bank gives green light to Vladimir Potanin’s crypto token, Atomyze.
02/26/2020
IRS Plans Crypto Crackdown for Tax Evaders
The IRS has called for a summit to be held early next month to address the responsibilities that cryptos holders have.
02/26/2020
Investec sees promise in blockchain
All he would say was that the team at Investec are trying to build ‘technology agnostic services and products’ that both its clients and staff can use.
02/25/2020
Africa launches first-ever crypto-powered freelance marketplace
In fact, South Africa experienced a tremendous surge in temporary employment recently, increasing the number from two and a half million in 2017 to close to four million in 2018.
02/25/2020
The Oldest Private Bank In UAE Taps Blockchain To Enhance Client Security
Aside from being the first UAE bank to install ATMs and the first to issue debit and credit cards, the large bank will lead in blockchain adoption in the region, as well.
02/24/2020
IBM, BNP Paribas in Centotrenta blockchain securitization platform
The Italian firm says the ecosystem includes other banks, advisors and law firms.
02/24/2020
Blockchain: to APAC and beyond
The creation of new markets powered by digital assets is one of the most exciting promises of blockchain technology.
02/24/2020
Investing in non-bankable assets with Avaloq – the whys and hows
These platforms frequently offer high leverage and untrained investors can quickly accumulate significant exposures over time as they become emboldened by initial successes.
02/21/2020
ICO consults on draft AI auditing framework guidance for organisations
The ICO supports innovation and understands the benefits AI can bring as well as the risks. We want to engage, educate and influence those innovating to ensure data protection can be built in to AI systems in practice.
02/21/2020
Financial Stability Board Calls For Current Crypto Education
Central banks have expressed concern over Facebook’s planned rollout of the Libra stablecoin, and worry that it could lead to less state control over money worldwide.
02/20/2020
How artificial intelligence is impacting Southeast Asia's biggest players
AI-driven analytics are powering transformative changes in this area.
02/20/2020
Crypto wallet and exchange ecosystem Midas moves company to BVI
Singapore-based Midas Protocol moves company to British Virgin Islands...
02/20/2020
AI transparency in financial services – why, what, who and when?
As part of their joint project, the FCA and The Alan Turing Institute propose to explore the practical application of this framework in workshops with industry and civil society stakeholders.
02/20/2020
Boerse Stuttgart: New German Crypto Regulation Poised to Attract Institutional Investors
With regard to the new legal regulation of crypto custody in Germany as of 1 January 2020, Blocknox has already announced its intent to the supervisory authorities to apply for the required license.
02/20/2020
Swiss Savers View Cryptocurrencies as Option, Now That Bank Accounts Don’t Save Them From Inflation
The expansion of the blockchain sector facilitated by accommodating regulations has created conditions for Swiss banks to work with fintech companies and offer new crypto-related products and services to their clients.