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UK Committee Rejects Crypto Fan Tokens in Sports as Valid Engagement Metric
The UK's Culture, Media, and Sports Committee has raised concerns about the promotion of crypto assets and fan tokens in professional sports, citing potential financial harm to supporters. The post UK Committee Rejects Crypto Fan Tokens in Sports as Valid Engagement Metric appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-10-11 06:07
UK Citizens Fear CBDC’s Risk of Surveillance and Financial Instability
UK citizens say they don't want a central bank digital currency because it could expose their spending habits. The post UK Citizens Fear CBDC’s Risk of Surveillance and Financial Instability appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-7-15 19:15
UK Government Launches Sandbox to Test Tokenization as CBDC Looms
The UK Treasury proposes a new sandbox to test tokenised asset transfers after the government passed the Financial Services and Markets Bill. The post UK Government Launches Sandbox to Test Tokenization as CBDC Looms appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-7-11 18:15
Bank of England Completes Key Retail CBDC Study, Moves One Step Closer to Digital Pound
The Bank of England and the Bank of International Settlements have published the findings of their latest investigation into retail CBDCs. The post Bank of England Completes Key Retail CBDC Study, Moves One Step Closer to Digital Pound appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-6-17 15:30
Is the UK Ready to Lead AI and Web3 Innovation?
Is Britain ready to be the next AI hub after VC firm a16z establishes a London branch in the lead up to Rishi Sunak's AI summit later this year? The post Is the UK Ready to Lead AI and Web3 Innovation? appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-6-13 17:45
UK Minister Argues to Regulate AI Like Nuclear Amid Fears of Humanity’s Extinction
The UK Labour Party wants a nuclear-like licensing regime to regulate AI amid exponential developments in large language models like ChatGPT. The post UK Minister Argues to Regulate AI Like Nuclear Amid Fears of Humanity’s Extinction appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-6-6 17:45
UK Celebrates Coronation of King Charles III With NFTs and AI Games
One British artist is commemorating the occasion this weekend with a coronation NFT released on Nifty Gateway. The post UK Celebrates Coronation of King Charles III With NFTs and AI Games appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-5-7 19:07
Successful Bank of England CBDC Pilot Could Speed up UK Crypto Regulation
Successful U.K. CBDC pilot paves the way for legislation in roughly a year, according to a Treasury official. The post Successful Bank of England CBDC Pilot Could Speed up UK Crypto Regulation appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-4-20 19:15
First Use for Digital Pound Likely to be Wholesale, Says Top UK Official
The U.K.'s Deputy Financial Stability governor Sir Jon Cunliffe said that a wholesale digital pound is a matter of "when" rather than "if." The post First Use for Digital Pound Likely to be Wholesale, Says Top UK Official appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-4-18 19:18
Privacy Concerns Should Not Limit Growth of CBDCs, Says Cardano Foundation CEO
According to the CEO of the Cardano Foundation, privacy isn't the big problem with CBDCs, and we all need to be a little more ambitious. The post Privacy Concerns Should Not Limit Growth of CBDCs, Says Cardano Foundation CEO appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-3-18 00:00
Digital Pound Could Help Protect Consumers if Banks Fail
The Bank of England (BOE) representative believes that the digital pound could rescue citizens during a bank run. He compares CBDC to the first-generation iPhone. The post Digital Pound Could Help Protect Consumers if Banks Fail appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-3-1 20:30
The Fall of the EU’s ‘Queen of Cryptocurrency’ Comes at a Crucial Time
2023 looks like it will be a bumper year for EU debates on crypto legislation. The demise of one of its biggest advocates doesn't help. The post The Fall of the EU’s ‘Queen of Cryptocurrency’ Comes at a Crucial Time appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2023-1-17 00:00
Runner-up of Most Crypto-Friendly Country May Come as a Surprise to Some
Singapore has unsurprisingly topped recent rankings for the most business-friendly country for cryptocurrencies, with the UK notably coming in second. The post Runner-up of Most Crypto-Friendly Country May Come as a Surprise to Some appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2022-11-29 16:15
Crypto Enthusiasts Look to Profit From Queen’s Death
A slew of royally-themed NFTs, memecoins, and Web 3 paraphernalia flooded NFT marketplaces and exchanges following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. The post Crypto Enthusiasts Look to Profit From Queen’s Death appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2022-9-12 13:39
New UK Government Signals Move to Swiftly Embrace Crypto
The new U.K. government has moved promptly to make its position on cryptocurrencies known, and has signaled its intent to make the country a “hospitable place” for the industry. The post New UK Government Signals Move to Swiftly Embrace Crypto appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2022-9-10 14:15
Liz Truss Wins UK Election, Positive Result for Crypto Adoption?
Liz Truss wins the U.K.'s Conservative party leadership race leaving the crypto industry wondering if it is a part of the new prime minister's plans moving forward. The post Liz Truss Wins UK Election, Positive Result for Crypto Adoption? appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2022-9-6 18:45
UK Treasury Abandons Plans to Introduce KYC on Unhosted Wallets
The United Kingdom Treasury has backtracked on plans to require all senders of crypto funds to collect information that identifies the recipients of those funds. The post UK Treasury Abandons Plans to Introduce KYC on Unhosted Wallets appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2022-6-21 11:00
UK Treasury Creates New Proposal to Limit Effects of Stablecoin Collapses
Following the fallout of the crash of the algorithmic stablecoin Terra this month, the U.K. Treasury tables a new insolvency regime designed to protect consumers' assets. The post UK Treasury Creates New Proposal to Limit Effects of Stablecoin Collapses appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2022-6-1 21:00
FCA Chairman Warns Against Rushed Regulation Following Plans to Make U.K. ‘Crypto Hub’
Charles Randell, chairman of U. K. watchdog the Financial Conduct Authority, has urged lawmakers to be cautious following an announcement last month to make the U. K. a “crypto hub. ” The post FCA Chairman Warns Against Rushed Regulation Following Plans to Make U. дальше »
2022-5-21 17:30
U.K. Treasury to Push Forward With Stablecoin Regulation
Her Majesty’s Treasury (Exchequer) will push forward with a plan to regulate stablecoins based on financial regulation outlined in the Queen’s speech on May 10, 2022. The post U.K. Treasury to Push Forward With Stablecoin Regulation appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2022-5-15 16:22
U.K. Journalist Implicated in Crypto Ad Scam
Supposed cryptocurrency ads from money-saving guru Martin Lewis have been increasing on Facebook, promising Britons extraordinary returns on their investments. The post U.K. Journalist Implicated in Crypto Ad Scam appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2022-5-10 20:00
UK Crypto Firms Are Attracting Cybercrime Experts With Huge Pay Increases
UK crypto firms are beginning to poach experienced cybercrime police in an effort to ensure their regulatory compliance measures, according to a report from Bloomberg. The post UK Crypto Firms Are Attracting Cybercrime Experts With Huge Pay Increases appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2022-5-2 14:25
Chainalysis Report Shows Europe is World’s Largest Crypto Market
With more than $1 trillion in transactions, Europe has become the largest digital currency economy in the world. The post Chainalysis Report Shows Europe is World’s Largest Crypto Market appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2021-9-29 22:40
PayPal Customers in U.K. Can Now Buy & Sell Crypto
PayPal announced that eligible customers in the United Kingdom are now able to buy and sell several different digital currencies. The post PayPal Customers in U.K. Can Now Buy & Sell Crypto appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2021-9-17 22:16
UK Signs Deal to Offer Crypto Vouchers at Post Office
United Kingdom’s Post Office has signed a deal with a relatively unknown exchange called Swarm Markets. The post UK Signs Deal to Offer Crypto Vouchers at Post Office appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2021-9-11 17:45
BoE Governor Believes CBDCs Will Usher in ‘New Era’ of Banking
Speaking at the launch of the Bank for International Settlements’ London location, Andrew Bailey expressed his optimism concerning CBDCs. The post BoE Governor Believes CBDCs Will Usher in ‘New Era’ of Banking appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2021-6-12 12:17
UK Regulator Extends Registration Deadline as Companies Fail AML Test
The FCA said it was extending the deadline because many businesses were not meeting the required anti-money laundering standards. The post UK Regulator Extends Registration Deadline as Companies Fail AML Test appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2021-6-4 16:52
Standard Chartered Launches Crypto Trading for Institutional Clients
The U.K.-based exchange, which will provide access to crypto markets for institutional traders, is set to launch in Q4 2021. The post Standard Chartered Launches Crypto Trading for Institutional Clients appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2021-6-2 18:30
British Banks Crack Down on Crypto Transfers Amid Financial Crime Fears
Leading banks such as Barclays have all blocked their customers from transferring funds to cryptocurrency exchanges. Online challengers like Monzo and Starling have joined them The post British Banks Crack Down on Crypto Transfers Amid Financial Crime Fears appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2021-5-30 14:37
UK Finance Lobbyist Wants More Consumer Protection for Crypto
TheCityUK is pushing for greater protection regarding crypto assets, because they reportedly expose retail consumers to highly volatile markets. The post UK Finance Lobbyist Wants More Consumer Protection for Crypto appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2021-5-26 22:05
Bank of England Is Looking for CBDC Development and Issuance Expert
The Bank of England has published a job advertisement for a senior expert on CBDCs to lead the bank’s thinking on the feasibility, design, and implementation of a CBDC. The post Bank of England Is Looking for CBDC Development and Issuance Expert appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2021-5-1 20:00
UK Releases Rules to Help Dissolve Disputes Arising From Emerging Tech
The UK Jurisdiction Taskforce published a new document entitled "Digital Dispute Resolution Rules. " The intention is efficient settling of disputes which arise within the realm of crypto assets. дальше »
2021-4-23 15:44
UK to Launch Exploratory Taskforce for CBDC
Sunak announced about the CBDC at the Innovate Finance Global Summit. He said: “We’re launching a new task force between the Treasury and the Bank of England to coordinate exploratory work on a potential central bank digital currency. дальше »
2021-4-19 16:17
Former LSE Chief Says Crypto Could Help London Thrive Post-Brexit
Co-authored with Shore Capital Head of Research Clive Black and Senior Political Advisor Matthew Elliot, the Bloomberg report emphasized the importance of crypto in a rapidly shifting economy. It called for the resources of all “relevant U. дальше »
2021-2-25 19:52
StormGain Adds Dogecoin (DOGE), Crypto Meme in Full Swing
The trading platform decided to make DOGE perpetual futures Tether (USDT)-settled. This is probably because this type of contract doesn’t require an active hedge to protect margin exposure. дальше »
2021-2-17 18:47
Ruffer Investment Co. Justifies $15M Bitcoin Buy in Year-End Review
The UK money manager bought $15 million worth of BTC in November last year. Ruffer is just one of a growing number of traditional financial institutions starting to allocate capital to bitcoin. The company says it’s expecting further institutionalization and financialization of the cryptocurrency in the future. дальше »
2021-1-19 21:28
Bitcoin Worth $140 Billion Lost Says UK Council
Keys lost, coins lost The UK’s National Cyber Security Council broached the topic of unreachable BTC in its weekly threat report. The report attributes the loss to password or key deletion caused by mistaken hard drive disposal or reformatting. дальше »
2021-1-17 22:01
As FCA Warns UK Crypto Investors, HSBC Halts Transfers
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a statement warning cryptocurrency investors that “they should be prepared to lose all their money. ” The news hit right after HSBC, a British multinational investment bank, announced that local cryptocurrency traders and investors would no longer be allowed to transfer funds between their accounts and cryptocurrency exchanges. дальше »
2021-1-11 20:46
Liverpool FC Players Hit the Blockchain With Sorare Fantasy Football
The famed Liverpool club becomes the latest club and the first of 2020 to join the digital world with the fantasy football game Sorare. Liverpool Joins Sorare Sorare is a fantasy football game where users collect cards featuring professional players. дальше »
2021-1-6 22:58
UK Crypto Exchange EXMO Pauses Withdrawals After Suspected Hack
The suspected hack appears to have affected the exchange’s hot wallets. EXMO says crypto assets in its cold wallets remain safe. Suspected Hack Forces EXMO to Pause Withdrawals EXMO claims to have noticed large withdrawals from its hot wallets at around 02:27 UTC on Monday. дальше »
2020-12-21 18:51
UK FCA Announces ‘Temporary Registration Regime’ for Cryptocurrency Firms Until July 2021
UK regulators have granted an extension to crypto firms that have already applied for operating licenses until July 2021 while the agency works to clear the registration backlog. Meanwhile, crypto businesses that failed to meet the Dec. дальше »
2020-12-16 14:10
British Asset Management Firm Announces $15M Bitcoin Purchase
With currency debasement on the agenda across many countries and the precious metals market tanking, several high-profile organizations are now holding Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset. Ruffer Reduces Gold Exposure With a $675 Million Bitcoin Bet Ruffer announced the news via a letter to investors published on Dec. дальше »
2020-12-16 22:50
Revolut Adds ZRX, XTZ, OMG, and EOS to its Supported Crypto
Although users can gain exposure to crypto assets through Revolut, their utility remains limited. The digital currencies bought through the application are still locked to the platform. Revolut Users Demand Exposure to More Cryptocurrencies European Revolut users can now buy four new digital currencies through the financial services application. дальше »
2020-12-12 17:30
Northern Trust Launches Crypto Custody Platform ‘Zodia Custody’
It’s been a huge year for institutions getting involved in the blockchain space, with companies such as MicroStrategy, Square, and PayPal all investing in cryptocurrency or offering crypto-based products on their platforms. дальше »
2020-12-10 21:45
Mode Adds Bitcoin to Reserves, Joining Microstrategy and Square
A UK-based fintech firm has just announced a large purchase of bitcoin using its cash reserves. Mode Global Holdings, an already bitcoin-friendly financial company, has become the first UK publicly traded firm to allocate part of its reserves to the cryptocurrency. дальше »
2020-10-21 16:04
Goldman Sachs Continues Recruiting Digital Asset Development Talent
Investment banking firm Goldman Sachs is looking to add staff to its digital assets team, with openings posted for three new international hires. These openings come at a time when the company is also reportedly planning to move forward with a “modest number of layoffs” — around 400 positions per a Reuters report. дальше »
2020-10-1 15:23
Gemini Achieves Regulatory Approval for UK Launch
The Gemini cryptocurrency exchange announced that it has launched in the UK, providing citizens who reside there with tools that allow for the buying, selling, and storing of cryptocurrency assets. дальше »
2020-9-24 12:12
Binance Launches Bitcoin Ads in London Ahead of U.K. Launch
Cryptocurrency exchange giant Binance has launched a new Bitcoin-themed ad campaign aimed at commuters in London. On Aug 28 Binance’s British arm announced that new ads would be placed at seventeen bus stops throughout the city. дальше »
2020-9-1 14:10
Robinhood: A Deep Dive Into the Platform that Changed Everything
Robinhood is simply a modern phenomenon. That much, everyone across the entire financial sector can agree with. On just about everything else to do with Robinhood, however, there is plenty of disagreement. дальше »
2020-6-15 09:05
Cryptographic Tech May Overhaul ID Verification in UK Conveyancing Industry
The UK’s conveyancing industry could benefit from the adoption of cryptographic and biometric technology in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. HM Land Registry claims current methods for verifying identities are outdated and do not make it easy to maintain social distancing. дальше »