Hackers plunder $600m in cryptocurrency from online game
A major digital cash heist has led to cryptocurrency valued at over $600m being stolen from a digital ledger used by players of the Axie Infinity online game.
OECD publishes consultation on tax transparency framework for crypto assets
The OECD has released a consultation document concerning a new global tax transparency framework to provide the reporting and exchange of information of crypto assets.
Crypto firms to be required to register with FCA under new law
A range of cryptocurrency businesses could be forced to leave the UK market if they fail to register with the Financial Conduct Authority by Thursday this week.
ANZ unveils first ever Australian bank-issued stablecoin
The Australia and New Zealand Banking Group will launch the first bank-issued stablecoin payment from Australia through a public permissionless blockchain transaction.
David Beckham scores metaverse role with blockchain ambassadorship
Global football icon David Beckham has entered the metaverse after taking the role of a global brand ambassador for the DigitalBits blockchain.
Investment platform Change unveils crypto investor card
Change, an investment platform, has introduced a new investor card that enables users to make fast crypto payments for everything.
Naomi Osaka links with FTX to become global ambassador and shareholder
Naomi Osaka has become a global ambassador and shareholder of crypto firm FTX in a long-term partnership focused on bolstering access and opportunity to women in crypto.
Bank of England urges crypto firms to ensure sanctions enforcement
The Bank of England has called on crypto companies to make sure sanctions are enforced in light on the continuing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
CoinRoutes lands $16m Series B
CoinRoutes, a trading platform for digital assets, has secured $16m from a Series B financing raise led by Ayon Capital.
EU regulatory trio offers warning on crypto assets risk
The European Supervisory Authorities have sent out a warning to consumers that many crypto assets are ‘highly risky and speculative’.