05/22/2023
BitMEX introduces a tailored service in Hong Kong
It is operated by BitMEX’s associated local corporation, HDR BMEX limited, and existing Hong Kong users will be automatically moved to BitMEX Hong Kong on May 29 2023.
Bitcoin, Blockchain & AI
05/22/2023
Canopius presents its first digital asset custody product
The solution will be made available to financial institutions and will include a wide range of digital assets such as cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and crypto tokens such as non-fungible tokens and asset-backed tokens.
05/19/2023
Temenos Rolls Out AI-Powered Digital Mortgage Solution
It reduces the time to close for customers, helping them meet real estate contracts or rate lock periods to secure a property or afford a mortgage.
05/19/2023
Westpac bans transfers to Binance
Westpac says it is trialling cryptocurrency blocks on a number of exchanges.
05/19/2023
Crédit Agricole in tokenized SME bond trials with Bank of Italy
BlockInvest also aims to explore a potential secondary market using its own blockchain standard to ensure interoperability between the issuers’ tokens.
05/19/2023
Bitcoin Suisse Chair: Credit Suisse Shows Failure of Traditional Banking
For Meisser the recent downfall of one of Switzerland’s systemically relevant banks, Credit Suisse, shows the shortcomings of a centralized banking system trying to tackle risks that usually appear bottom-up.
05/18/2023
Emirates NBD opens Digital Asset Lab
Our new Digital Asset Lab serves as a hub for innovation
05/18/2023
Crypto trading should be regulated like gambling, say leading MPs
New intervention in crypto regulation signals a hardline tone for the future of digital assets in the UK, but critics say the move is a 'massive oversimplification'
05/18/2023
Future of work: How AI and technology are reshaping businesses today
As businesses and industries continue to evolve, so does the way we work.
05/18/2023
Cryptoassets should be regulated as gambling, say MPs
According to Shah, if cryptoassets were regulated as gambling then firms would likely face increased compliance burdens. He said it could also spur market consolidation.
05/18/2023
Regulating Crypto - Response to Treasury Committee Report
By comparison, in the EU, the formal adoption of the Markets in Crypto assets Regulation, or "MiCA", by the Council on 16 May was the last step in the legislative process.
05/17/2023
MEPs’ EU AI Act proposals focus on ‘foundation models’
The obligations on providers of foundation models would apply regardless of whether the model is provided on a standalone basis or embedded in an AI system or a product.
05/17/2023
98% of UAE organisations regard AI as a major enabler, study shows
Companies investing more heavily in data science platforms to build and maintain AI models
05/17/2023
Bitpanda to invest $10 million in AI
AI driven, fully personalised, and accessible 24/7 from the phones in their pockets.
05/17/2023
Cryptocurrency hedge fund ARK36 launches algorithmic machine learning trading software
A key element of the software is Advanced Algorithmic Trading, utilising sophisticated algorithms to analyse vast amounts of market data, identify patterns, trends, and opportunities in real-time, allowing swift execution and maximum profit.
05/17/2023
AI regulation tracker: UK and EU take divergent approaches to AI regulation
While the UK is proposing a light touch regulatory approach to foster innovation, the EU has focused on establishing clear rules with the hope of attracting increased investment through regulatory clarity.
05/17/2023
Hong Kong court rules cryptocurrency is a form of property for first time
Customers were required to open and register an account with Gatecoin and deposit cryptocurrency or fiat currency to be able to make transactions and withdrawals.
05/16/2023
AI is helping investment advisors better serve their clients
Still most people also think it will never completely replace human guidance
05/15/2023
Syz to launch crypto fund of hedge funds
The fund is a result of collaboration with CMCC Global and aims to deliver returns in both bear and bull markets.
05/15/2023
Business can benefit from changing UK approach to data protection exemptions
Under the REUL Bill, Article 23 and Articles 9 and 10 of the UK GDPR will no longer take precedence.