2018-8-9 16:53 |
UK financial regulators focus attention on second fraud operation this week involving a crypto company claiming to be an authorized firm
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New York-based blockchain startup, Libra, has raised $15 million from its recently concluded Series B funding round. The firm aims to provide full spectrum audit, tax, and fund administration services to cryptocurrency companies.
2018-8-9 11:03 | |
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Designerkottayam / Pixabay The Bitcoin price dropped sharply on Wednesday after the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) postponed its verdict on the proposed Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF).
2018-8-9 06:29 | |
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Independent DJ Justin Blau (known on stage as 3LAU) didn’t exactly stumble into the cryptocurrency industry — to say so would misrepresent how much thought he’s put into his blockchain-based event network, Our Music Festival (OMF).
2018-8-8 19:23 | |
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The U.K. Financial Conduct Authority has warned investors about ‘clone firms’ which impersonate ones authorized and registered by the regulator
2018-8-8 03:51 | |
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Maerki Baumann — a private bank based in Zurich, Switzerland — has announced it will manage its clients’ cryptocurrency assets. This makes it the second Swiss bank to make such an announcement following Hypothekarbank Lenzburg (Hypi), which stated in June that it would open business accounts for cryptocurrency companies.
2018-8-7 23:23 | |
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In the most recent financial report by SBI Holdings, the firm had mentioned how it would continue to expand its reach globally by creating synergies/partnerships/joint ventures through the establishment of a new ecosystem based on digital assets that will further achieve the following: Expand investments into domestic and overseas digital asset based ventures Pursuit of […] The post XRP-Centric SBI Holdings Partners with China’s OneConnect that serves 468 Banks and More appeared first on Ethereum World News.
2018-8-7 19:18 | |
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Financial technology firm Paxos has formed a partnership with INTL FCStone Inc’s precious metals division. The department will now be using Paxos Confirmation Service — a tool built specifically for the precious metals arena — to instantly automate daily trade confirmations and reduce human error.
2018-8-9 18:15 | |
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Tsinghua University’s Research Institute Partners with China’s Institutional Financial Firm to Develop a Blockchain Research Center Tsinghua University’s (THU) Research Institute of Information Technology (RIIT) is now working with a subsidiary of China’s institutional firm to build a blockchain research center.
2018-8-4 23:27 | |
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The crypto industry has received another boost with the entry of financial services giant Northern Trust in a quiet but significant move. The firm, which manages over $10.
2018-8-3 23:41 | |
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On July 10, 2018, news broke that cryptocurrency wallet and decentralized exchange Bancor was hit with a hack. A wallet the Bancor team used to update the protocol’s smart contracts was infiltrated, and the $23.
2018-8-3 19:24 | |
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Fintech businesses struggling to stay inbounds of government rules may soon receive a dose of much-needed guidance via the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).
2018-8-3 18:23 | |
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Financial Services giant, Northern Trust has recently opened their gates to cryptocurrency hedge funds while also working on adopting blockchain technology into their private equity division. According to Forbes, the 129-year-old firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, that mostly caters to Big-time investors and high-net-worth individuals is now offering their services to raise funds by assessing […]
2018-8-2 21:53 | |
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U.S.-based custody bank Northern Trust is helping traditional “mainstream” hedge funds expand into cryptocurrencies, Forbes reported Tuesday. Northern Trust’s president, Pete Cherecwich, told the news organization that the financial services firm is working with three hedge funds – whose names he declined to provide – to add cryptocurrency investments to their portfolios. To that end, Northern Trust
2018-8-1 19:55 | |
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On July 31, 2018, Japanese financial services company SBI Group indicated that it plans to create a trading platform for cryptocurrency credit default swaps (CDS), also known as derivatives. The platform’s purpose is to hedge the inherent risk of investing in cryptocurrencies, and to this end, SBI has made a significant investment in an American digital marketplace developer, Clear Markets.
2018-8-1 17:00 | |
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The decision to launch and offer bitcoin to its customers has yielded quite a lot of profits for Swiss online banking firm Swissquote, in the first half of 2018. The surge in the price of cryptocurrencies positively impacted the company, as its profit soared to a record 44% increase.
2018-7-31 21:43 | |
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Financial blockchain firm Everex has announced a new partnership with Myanmar’s Shwe Urban & Rural Development Bank, a mid-tier challenger bank, to provide blockchain-powered digital remittance services between Myanmar and Thailand.
2018-8-1 15:13 | |
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A Letter of Intent has been signed between Billon and FIS to implement blockchain tech into the global financial market
2018-7-31 15:12 | |
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The respected firm of Grant Thornton has conducted an independent audit of Lykke’s financial statements and income for the year 2016.
2018-7-31 13:18 | |
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Tokyo-based financial services conglomerate, Monex Group, Inc – the acquisitor of the hacked Coincheck cryptocurrency exchange – is primed to launch its Bitcoin trading service in the United States through one of its subsidiaries, TradeStation, according to a financial briefing published by the firm on July 27, 2018.
2018-7-30 08:00 | |
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Billed as the first bitcoin investment fund, Pantera Capital’s fund is five years old this month. The investment firm is reporting significant returns and predictions come true. Dan Morehead, Pantera Capital CEO, predicted Bitcoin’s success in 2013: I was discussing bitcoin with an investor yesterday and he replied somewhat dismissively ‘It’s just like buying gold.
2018-7-29 23:00 | |
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Possible-to come gov regulations are very welcomed by the blockchain start-up Ripple and its XRP token. This with the idea of a fresh set up for the financial solution provider. Accordingly with its vision to grasp world-wide adoption and presence, the team is getting ready to create working grounds with the officials and regulators.
2018-7-29 13:02 | |
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Binance Lab, the investment section of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has made an undisclosed investment in Libra Credit, a decentralised cryptocurrency asset financial service firm.
2018-7-28 15:59 | |
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Galaxy Digital — a full-service digital assets merchant bank launched by ex-Goldman Sachs macro trader Michael Novogratz — took a financial beating in the first fiscal quarter of 2018. Rekt… The New York-based cryptocurrency-focused merchant bank disclosed its financial report for the first time this week, and the results weren’t great.
2018-7-27 21:00 | |
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The Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) has today announced enforcement proceedings against crypto mining firm Envion. The regulators believe that the German-Swiss start-up has been operating in breach of national banking laws.
2018-7-27 23:00 | |
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The cryptocurrency market hasn’t had the most successful start to 2018, with prices declining by over 60%, and speculative investors leaving the market en-masse. According to a press release relayed by Business Insider, the market’s misfortune has also impacted the operation of Mike Novogratz’s cryptocurrency-centric firm.
2018-7-27 22:54 | |
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Former Hedge Fund Manager Switches to Crypto As cryptocurrency continues to become more mainstream, it has begun to turn the heads of even the most significant of financial giants in the traditional real.
2018-7-26 20:42 | |
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“We have nothing to hide,” says Tory Reiss, VP of corporate development at TrustToken. Like the market’s most popular stablecoin, Tether, TrustToken's TrueUSD is fiat-collateralized.
2018-7-26 18:55 | |
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For many, the complex nature of crypto investing is an unsolvable enigma. Despite the potential for great returns, many are hesitant to jump in and navigate the complexities and uncertainties inherent in this space.
2018-7-25 17:09 | |
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"Big Four" financial firm PriceWaterHouse Coopers Switzerland will audit the Tezos Foundation, the latter announced Monday.
2018-7-25 22:20 | |
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Pearl Pay Fintech startup has announced the launch of its groundbreaking remittance system that would make it easier for Filipinos all over the globe to carry out remittances, seamlessly. Pearl Pay has been helping Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises to facilitate transactions with its innovative financial services.
2018-7-23 15:26 | |
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On July 20th, the CNBC Fast Money panel discussed Bitcoin’s massive rally this week with Brian Kelly, the Founder and CEO of the financial firm BKCM LLC. Kelly also conveyed his thoughts on Stellar overtaking Litecoin on the cryptocurrency rankings recently.
2018-7-21 22:27 | |
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MLG Blockchain and GB Capital Markets LLC, the parent of GB Capital Markets Inc. (GBCM) have announced that both companies have agreed to form a joint venture. MLG is a global consulting development and financial solutions firm, while GB Capital Markets LLC, the parent of GB Capital Markets Inc. (GBCM), a FINRA-registered broker-dealer. The two […]
2018-7-21 19:19 | |
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JP Morgan Chase, a major investment bank and financial services provider, is turning to blockchain technology once again. A patent describing their new blockchain application was made public today. This time, the firm has plans to handle IPOs in much same the way that ICOs currently operate. IPOs, or initial public offerings, are events in […]
2018-7-21 04:25 | |
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JP Morgan Chase, a major investment bank and financial services provider, is turning to blockchain technology once again. A patent describing their new blockchain application was made public today.
2018-7-20 05:45 | |
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Open-source value exchange protocol Stellar has received certification for both its platform and associated cryptocurrency, Lumens (XLM), from the Shariyah Review Bureau — an Islamic advisory firm based in Bahrain.
2018-7-19 07:00 | |
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On Tuesday, it was announced that Mastercard had just secured a patent that will allow for the financial services firm to link crypto assets and fiat bank accounts. Mastercard Wins Crypto-Related Patent CNBC recently reported that Mastercard now has a patent that will protect its proprietary method of building a bridge between “blockchain-based assets and […] The post Mastercard Secures Patent To Close The Gap Between Credit Card Payments And Crypto appeared first on Ethereum World News.
2018-7-19 02:36 | |
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Oracle firm rolls out its blockchain service, that allows businesses to automate their processes over an immutable electronic ledger, enabling easier tracking of goods in a supply chain, or satisfying the financial transactions of the customer.
2018-7-19 02:19 | |
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Stronghold, a cryptocurrency trading platform housed by Stellar, is launching a stablecoin on its parent network’s blockchain in collaboration with IBM. Stronghold USD will be backed with “one-to-one U.
2018-7-18 22:00 | |
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Japanese digital services firm GMO Internet has just launched a new web bank that it says will soon use blockchain to facilitate payments. The new entity – dubbed GMO Aozora Net Bank – aims to provide new financial services through the integration of fintech and IT, and will leverage advanced security certificates, blockchain, artificial intelligence and internet
2018-7-17 20:16 | |
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Financial services mobile app Robinhood has added support a peer-to-peer digital currency called Dogecoin (DOGE) on its Robinhood Crypto Platform. As it was announced yesterday, the California-based fintech firm Robinhood would be listing Dogecoin (DO)GE) on its quickly growing feeless crypto mobile app.
2018-7-17 18:40 | |
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BitPay has become the eighth firm to receive a BitLicense by the State of New York! After a thorough review of BitPays activity, the New York Department of Financial Services granted a BitLicense to the company.
2018-7-17 18:30 | |
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US-based financial services firm Stronghold announced the launch of a stable coin called Stronghold USD. The company is working with IBM to explore use cases.
2018-7-17 16:15 | |
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After comprehensive review of the activity of cryptocurrency payment processor BitPay, the New York Department of Financial Services granted BitLicense to the company. The post BitPay Becomes the Eighth Firm to Receive a “BitLicense” from the New York State appeared first on CoinSpeaker.
2018-7-17 11:28 | |
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World's Biggest BlackRock Looking At Bitcoin From previous comments several months ago that were unusual from legacy investment at the time, the world’s largest asset manager has spoken again. A July 16, 2018 Financial News London report notes that the company is considering bitcoin trading in new ways. The New York asset management company is […]
2018-7-16 19:18 | |
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Leshi Internet, a video streaming service with a history of financial issues, is being questioned by a stock exchange over its move into crypto.
2018-7-13 17:00 | |
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The Swiss Financial Technology group receives a European Investment Firm Licence and will expand its regulated services into the European Markets.
2018-7-31 15:00 | |
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New York realtors looking to avoid hiccups in their commission payouts can now turn to blockchain-based smart contracts. The first real estate commission split was brokered earlier this summer in Manhattan’s ritzy SoHo neighborhood by New York-based Bapple Realty.
2018-7-13 15:39 | |
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With an estimated $100 billion value in sunken artifacts in the waters surrounding the Bahamas, deep-sea treasure hunters could soon satiate their thirst for a big bounty through blockchain technology.
2018-7-12 23:26 | |
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The financial market in Taiwan has just received a significant boost by the introduction of digital currency by Green world Fintech Services. The currency will rate equally with the Taiwanese dollar, and its creation is aimed at making online transactions easier, transparent and faster.
2018-7-10 13:09 | |
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The US House of Representatives passed the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (FIT21) by a resounding 279 to 136 vote. The bill, seen as a major win for the crypto industry, aims to establish a long-awaited regulatory framework for digital assets in the US.
In a detailed analysis shared with his 788,000 followers on X (formerly Twitter), renowned analyst Pentoshi has forecasted a more restrained outlook for the current crypto bull run, suggesting that it may not mirror the explosive growth seen in previous cycles.
In his latest essay, Arthur Hayes, the former CEO of crypto exchange BitMEX, introduced a bold investment philosophy he calls the “Left Curve. ” This strategy diverges sharply from traditional investment approaches typically adopted during bull markets in the crypto world.
Wally Adeyemo cited a recent settlement with crypto exchange Binance and sanctions against crypto mixer Sinbad in calling for an expansion of the U.S. Treasury’s authority.
Genesis claims Gemini made preferential transfers of about $689 million from Genesis and wants the court to “correct this unfairness.”
The former presidential candidate spoke at NABS about opportunities the United States may be missing to blockchain and AI for the public good.
The third-party crypto bot Wallet is debuting its global rollout on Telegram Messenger in several countries in Latin America and Africa.