Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies

ECB

ECB assesses digital euro’s implications on banking stability

The European Central Bank (ECB) is carefully assessing the potential consequences of a digital euro on the region's banking framework.
CBDC

RBA’s CBDC research shows long road ahead for digital currency

The RBA has released a comprehensive report that shines a light on the complexities of launching a CBDC in Australia.

Mastercard launches CBDC partner programme

Mastercard has launched a new partnership program designed to explore the benefits and limitations of central bank digital currencies.
Wall

Wall Street Memes coin secures $25m amidst crypto market turbulence

The Wall Street Memes coin, inspired by the meme stocks movement, is making waves in the crypto domain and has secured $25m.
Dinari

Dinari secures $7.5m for its decentralised stock trading innovation

Dinari, a firm dedicated to offering real-world asset-backed tokens, has recently publicised its successful $7.5m seed investment.

Coinbase secures regulatory nod for futures trading

Coinbase Financial Markets, Inc. has achieved a significant milestone by receiving regulatory clearance from the National Futures Association (NFA), a CFTC-designated self-regulatory body. This approval allows them to function as a Futures Commission Merchant (FCM) and extend their crypto futures offering to eligible US customers via their platforms.

Sumsub enhances Wirex’s virtual asset transfer and compliance with new partnership

Digital payment pioneer, Wirex, has forged a partnership with Sumsub, a leading global full-cycle verification platform. This collaboration aims to fortify Wirex's stance in the domain of virtual asset compliance and transaction monitoring.

Coinbase lands approval to list crypto futures across USA

Coinbase has secured approval to offer cryptocurrency futures trading to US retail customers following a 2-year application process.
ZetaChain

ZetaChain clinches $27m funding for its chain-agnostic platform

Layer-1 blockchain network, ZetaChain, has recently garnered a remarkable $27m in its latest equity round.
BitGo consolidates position with $100m Series C funding, valuation soars to $1.75bn

BitGo consolidates position with $100m Series C funding, valuation soars to $1.75bn

BitGo, the "leading regulated custodian in over 50 countries" and responsible for processing "20% of all on-chain Bitcoin transactions by value", has announced today a considerable achievement. The company successfully raised $100m in their Series C financing round.

News Stories

The $bn water risk problem insurers can no longer ignore

The billion dollar water risk problem insurers can no longer ignore

Water damage remains one of the most underestimated risks facing modern buildings, creating significant challenges for insurers, property owners and facilities managers as hidden...
FinTech

Investors turn up the heat with $1.9bn raised in FinTech this week

Across the 19 deals reported on by FinTech Global this week, there was a grand total of $1.95bn raised by FinTech firms, reflecting a...
Why banks can't afford years-long payments overhauls

Why banks can’t afford years-long payments overhauls

Payments modernisation has become the defining boardroom debate in banking, and according to Tieto, the banks that move in months rather than years will...
Why the annual review may become a premium service

Why the annual review may become a premium service

The annual review is itself under review, and according to WealthTech provider Ortec Finance, the commercial consequences could be profound. The Financial Conduct Authority's consultation...
Why affidavits of unchanged status matter for W-8 compliance

Why affidavits of unchanged status matter for W-8 compliance

Firms handling cross-border payments face mounting pressure to keep payee documentation accurate, and according to compliance specialist Comply Exchange, affidavits of unchanged status are...

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