Tag: cryptocurrencies
All news related to cryptocurrencies, the digital assets that are revolutionizing the finance sector.
Hackers Steal $750M in Crypto in Q3 2024
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe third quarter of 2024 saw a decline in the number of reported crypto hacks, but an increase in the amount of stolen assets.
Hashdex Files Amended Application for its Crypto Index ETF
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAn asset manager Hashdex has filed an updated S-1 with the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) for its proposed crypto index exchange-traded funds (ETF) on Tuesday, as requested by the regulator.
US State of Ohio Could Accept Crypto for Tax Payments
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAn Ohio state senator, Niraj Antani, has proposed a bill that would mandate the acceptance of cryptocurrency by the state for the payment of taxes and fees.
Taiwan Regulator Allows Foreign Crypto ETFs
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe FSC in Taiwan has recently implemented new regulations governing the participation of professional investors in foreign crypto ETFs and other virtual assets.
Hackers Steal $32M from a Crypto Whale
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA blockchain security service called ScamSniffer has reported that a cryptocurrency whale lost approximately $32 million worth of tokens after engaging in a malicious transaction.
Hacker Steals $2M from Crypto Project Bedrock
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBedrock, a multi-asset liquid staking protocol, has confirmed that it has been a victim of a “security exploit” involving uniBTC, resulting in hackers stealing about $2 million in funds.
Dubai Tightens Crypto Marketing Regulations
Reading Time: < 1 minuteDubai’s crypto regulation just got stricter with the introduction of new Marketing Regulations for Virtual Assets and Related Activities 2024 by the Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA).
BITmarkets Releases End-Year Update Highlighting Key Crypto Game-Changers for 2024
Reading Time: < 1 minuteVilnius, Lithuania, 26th September 2024, Chainwire
PayPal Allows US Business Accounts to Buy, Sell and Hold Cryptocurrencies
Reading Time: < 1 minutePayPal has recently made a major announcement allowing businesses in the US to directly buy, hold, sell, and transfer cryptocurrencies, all from their business accounts.
BNY to Offer Custody Services for Crypto ETFs
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBNY Mellon (BNY) is making progress in offering custody services for its clients’ Bitcoin and Ether ETFs.
Kamala Harris Promises to Support Crypto Industry
Reading Time: < 1 minuteKamala Harris declared on Sunday that her administration would prioritize the development of digital assets and artificial intelligence (AI) if she wins the presidency.
Market Update September 20
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe past week in the cryptocurrency market has been eventful, to say the least.
Terraform Labs Receives Approval to Shut Down Operations
Reading Time: < 1 minuteTerraform Labs was granted court approval to dissolve its operations in bankruptcy yesterday.
CFTC: Prediction Markets Are Vulnerable to Manipulation
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe CFTC is making another attempt to halt Kalshi from offering prediction markets on the upcoming November elections after losing its first case against the company.
US Lawmakers Urge Crypto ATM Operators to Protect Senior Users
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA group of Democratic Senators has sent a request to 10 of the largest crypto ATM operators in the United States to address fraud and protect senior citizens.
Market Update September 13
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIt has been another eventful week in the world of crypto, with significant price movements and market volatility dominating the headlines.
eToro Settles Charges with SEC
Reading Time: < 1 minuteeToro yesterday agreed to settle charges from the US Securities and Exchange Commission for operating without proper registration as a broker and clearing agency.
Donald Trump to Launch its Crypto Initiative World Liberty Financial
Reading Time: < 1 minuteOn Thursday afternoon, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump revealed the official launch date of his much-anticipated crypto project, World Liberty Financial.
Crypto Activity This Year Surpasses’ 2021 Record: Report
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCryptocurrency users worldwide have been increasingly active in 2024, leading to a major milestone being surpassed that was first reached during the 2021 market surge.
tZero Approved by SEC and FINRA to Operate as a Digital Asset SPBD
Reading Time: < 1 minutetZero Digital Asset Securities has been approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) to serve as a specialized broker-dealer for digital asset securities in the United States.
SEC Receives $7.4 Billion from Fines on Crypto Industry
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA recent study by digital assets analytics firm Social Capital Markets revealed that since 2013, the crypto industry has been fined a total of $7.4 billion.
Block’s Market Cap Exceeds Coinbase’s
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBlock, Inc., the parent company of various subsidiaries such as Square, has surpassed Coinbase in market capitalization for the first time since March.
Market Update September 6
Reading Time: < 1 minuteOver the past week, the crypto market has experienced some significant price movements, with the two largest cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin and Ethereum, both seeing a decline.
Skyscanner Teams Up with Travala to Allow Bookings Through Crypto
Reading Time: < 1 minuteTravala platform, which operates on blockchain technology, has announced a partnership with Skyscanner, a leading global travel marketplace.
Market Update September 5
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe cryptocurrency market has been on a relatively stable trajectory over the past day, with most major coins experiencing minimal fluctuations in their price.