Circle, a stablecoin issuer, has formed a strategic partnership with BitoGroup and Taiwan FamilyMart, the second-largest convenience store chain in Taiwan. The collaboration aims to enhance the value of loyalty points and facilitate entry into the digital economy for the Taiwanese market. Through the Taiwan FamilyMart App and the BitoPro Exchange, customers can now convert […]
JPMorgan’s digital asset, JPM Coin, has seen a surge in adoption, with daily transactions reaching $1 billion. The bank’s Global Head of Payments, Takis Georgakopoulos, revealed plans to expand the use of JPM Coin to retail customers. Currently, the asset is limited to institutional clients who use it to transfer US dollars and Euros. Since […]
Gary Gensler, the chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has expressed his strong stance on cryptocurrencies, emphasizing that most digital assets should be classified as securities. This indicates that the SEC will be increasing its scrutiny and regulation of the crypto industry. Gensler’s remarks highlight the growing concerns surrounding the lack of […]
Earlier this week, the price of Bitcoin (BTC) surpassed $35,000, reaching a level not seen in 17 years. Experts believe that the rally was driven by the anticipation of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approving a Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) in the near future. However, BitMEX exchange Co-Founder Arthur Hayes has a different perspective. […]
Prominent attorney John Deaton has shared his views on the ongoing case between Ripple and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Deaton predicts a prolonged timeline before a final judgment is reached and believes that a settlement between the two parties is unlikely. He emphasizes that the penalty phase of the case will require […]
Mastercard has formed partnerships with MetaMask and Ledger, two self-custody crypto wallet providers, to enhance the utility of cryptocurrencies for users. This collaboration aims to simplify the process of spending cryptocurrency balances on a daily basis. By joining forces with these trusted partners, Mastercard is taking steps to establish a transparent and trustworthy ecosystem within […]
FTX, a bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange, is seeking information on millions of dollars it had previously given to the Center for AI Safety (CAIS), a nonprofit organization. FTX claims to have given $6.5 million to CAIS before its collapse and bankruptcy. The exchange wants a court to approve subpoenas to CAIS to inquire about the payments, […]
In an effort to protect consumers, the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a warning regarding common issues observed in promotions for crypto assets. The FCA has implemented a new marketing regime, asserting its authority over crypto promotions in the UK. The FCA has identified specific areas of concern since the new marketing rules […]
Sam Bankman-Fried’s trial is set to resume on October 27, with the prosecution bringing its final witnesses before resting its case. The prosecution initially expected the trial to conclude by October 30, but now believes it will take longer due to complications arising from Bankman-Fried’s testimony. The defense plans to re-examine the testimonies of Gary […]
Crypto-promoting firms in the United Kingdom have been found to be in breach of the country’s new crypto marketing rules on multiple occasions. According to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), these firms have violated the rules at least 221 times since they came into effect in early October. The FCA has identified three common issues […]
