Blockchain

MAS refuses to rule out further regulatory restrictions on crypto

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has claimed it will not rule out adding further restrictions on retail crypto-traders as well as amending existing legislation.

Why the crypto asset meltdown may have far-reaching implications

The collapse of cryptocurrency appears to be underway. Over the past six months, the value of Bitcoin alone has fallen almost 50% - and could be set to fall even further. Will this lead to further-reaching implications?

EU lawmakers settle on MiCA regulation for crypto

The Council Presidency and European Parliament have come to an agreement on the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) proposal.

Digital asset management software Qredo hits $460m valuation

Qredo, a developer of digital asset management infrastructure, has closed its Series A on $80m, which puts its valuation at $460m.

North Korean hackers blamed for $100m heist

North Korean hacking group Lazarus is supposedly the prime suspect in a $100m hack of a cross-chain cryptocurrency bridge called Horizon Bridge.

Blockchain-enabled FinTech PolySign nabs $53m

PolySign, a developer of blockchain-enabled digital asset infrastructure, has closed its Series C funding round on $53m.

Soramitsu to undertake CBDC studies with Vietnam and the Philippines

Japanese blockchain firm Soramitsu will undertake feasibility studies for central bank digital currencies (CBDC) with both Vietnam and the Philippines.

System 9 rakes in $5.7m Series A

System 9, a digital asset market-making firm focused on alt-coins, has raised $5.7m from a Series A funding round.

Taiwan Central Bank issues warning about NFT risks

The Central Bank of Taiwan has issued a warning to its citizens about the risks associated with NFTs as a particular mode of investment.

Elon Musk faces $258bn lawsuit for allegedly defrauding Dogecoin investor

Elon Musk will face a $258bn lawsuit from an investor of the Dogecoin cryptocurrency for defrauding him through a crypto pyramid scheme.

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Another strong week for FinTechs with 26 deals recorded

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FutureMoney launches micro-investing app to help families secure financial future

FutureMoney launches micro-investing app to help families secure financial future

FutureMoney, a FinTech company founded by industry veterans, has launched a new micro-investing platform aimed at helping families build generational wealth.
Camwood and Pentaho team up to enhance data analytics capabilities

Camwood and Pentaho team up to enhance data analytics capabilities

Camwood, a leading IT consultancy specialising in digital evolution through the lens of applications, has partnered with Pentaho, a subsidiary of the Japanese multinational conglomerate Hitachi, to bring its data analytics platform to market via a new managed services offering.
Erste Bank Hungary introduces innovative flight delay insurance with Companjon

Erste Bank Hungary introduces innovative flight delay insurance with Companjon

Erste Bank Hungary has launched Flight Delay Insurance, a new service available to its customers in the George app.
Dwolla partners with Visa to enhance account verification in pay by bank

Dwolla partners with Visa to enhance account verification in pay by bank

Dwolla, a leading U.S.-based account-to-account (A2A) payment solution provider, has announced a strategic collaboration with Visa, a world leader in digital payments.

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