Bitcoin

Crypto juggernaut FTX set to snap up Bitvo

FTX, a big player in the crypto industry, has entered a deal to purchase Canadian cryptocurrency firm Bitvo for an undisclosed fee.

Circle set to unveil Euro-backed stablecoin in US market

Circle Internet Financial, the issuer of the USD Coin dollar-pegged stablecoin, is set to introduce a new stablecoin backed by the single European currency.

Bangladesh to conduct study for launch of CBDC

The government of Bangladesh has revealed it will conduct a feasibility study to introduce a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in the country.

Could 2022 be the year of the CBDC?

With the rise of cryptocurrencies showing no signs of slowing down, the growth of central bank digital currencies (CBDC) appears to be another trend on the ascendancy. Will 2022 prove to be a red-letter year for CBDC adoption?

How will the OECD’s new crypto asset reporting law change the industry?

The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) is currently undertaking a public consultation ahead of the introduction of its new Crypto Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) legislation. When enacted, how will this legislation change the nature of crypto asset reporting?

G7 rally behind swift and comprehensive regulation for crypto

Finance ministers and central bank governors from the G7 have called on the cryptocurrency industry to receive swift and comprehensive regulation.

South Korea to introduce digital currency regulatory framework by 2024

South Korea government has revealed it is planning to enforce all-inclusive regulations for the digital currency industry in 2024.

Crypto banking firm BVNK snares $40m

BVNK, a banking and payments platform targeting firms that are seeking crypto integration, has raised $40m in a Series A funding round.
SEBA Bank, HashKey team up to drive digital assets in Hong Kong & Switzerland

SEBA Bank, HashKey team up to drive digital assets in Hong Kong & Switzerland

HashKey Digital Asset Group and SEBA Bank have signed a partnership as they look to help accelerate adoption of digital assets in Hong Kong and Switzerland.

SEC to expand crypto, cyber enforcement unit with new appointments

The Securities and Exchange Commission has allocated 20 new positions to the unit focused on protecting investors in crypto markets and from cyber-related threats.

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CIBC backs Sayari with $40m to boost global commercial risk intelligence operations

CIBC backs Sayari with $40m to boost global commercial risk intelligence operations

Sayari, a counterparty and supply chain risk intelligence platform, has been granted an undrawn $40m revolving credit facility by CIBC Innovation Banking.
Key Carbon secures funding from Marex to bolster clean energy initiatives in Africa

Key Carbon secures funding from Marex to bolster clean energy initiatives in Africa

Key Carbon, a permanent capital vehicle dedicated to building a diverse portfolio of high-integrity carbon credit streams and royalties, has announced a strategic partnership with Marex Group.
The rising value of SDG-linked carbon credits in market pricing

The rising value of SDG-linked carbon credits in market pricing

New findings from BeZero Carbon, a leading global carbon ratings agency, underscore a burgeoning trend in the carbon market: credits linked to the United...
Wealth managers struggle to meet clients’ technology expectations

Wealth managers struggle to meet clients’ technology expectations

Investors are increasingly likely to move away from wealth managers who fail to implement modern technological solutions.
Klarna’s buy now pay later lands on Adyen’s payment terminals globally

Klarna’s buy now pay later lands on Adyen’s payment terminals globally

Klarna, the AI-powered global payments network and shopping assistant, has partnered with Adyen to launch flexible payment methods on physical payment terminals across Europe,...

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