Charlie Munger, the esteemed vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway and long-time business partner of Warren Buffett, passed away at the age of 99. Munger was known for his distinctive investment philosophy, which focused on value investing and seeking out undervalued companies with long-term growth potential. His approach helped Berkshire Hathaway become a global powerhouse with […]
The Philippines Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a warning against cryptocurrency exchange Binance, claiming that the platform has been operating in the country without the necessary authorization or license. According to the SEC, Binance is not permitted to sell or offer securities in the Philippines. Prior to offering securities to the public, exchanges […]
A stakeholder in the blockchain and fintech ecosystem has urged the Nigerian government to implement regulations that will facilitate the widespread integration of blockchain technology in the country. The National Blockchain Policy, which was signed by former President Muhammadu Buhari, offers significant potential for economic growth, job creation, and financial inclusion. The President of the […]
The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) Innovation Hub has released its final report on Project Tourbillon, an initiative focused on developing a “private CBDC” (central bank digital currency). The report explores the concepts of privacy, security, and scalability through the use of two prototypes called eCash 1.0 and eCash 2.0. These prototypes, based on the […]
As the number of hacks and exploits in the crypto industry continues to rise, cybersecurity professionals are highlighting the need for improved crypto security measures. In 2023 alone, nearly $1 billion has been lost to crypto hacks, scams, and exploits. Recent incidents, such as the Poloniex exploit and the HECO Chain bridge hack, have resulted […]
Charlie Munger, the long-time right-hand man of Warren Buffett and vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, has passed away at the age of 99. Munger, who played a crucial role in turning Berkshire Hathaway into a successful investment firm, had a net worth of $2.6 billion. He was known for his sensible stock-picking and investing approach. […]
Embattled Thai cryptocurrency exchange, Zipmex, has proposed a restructuring offer to its creditors. The exchange, which owes its customers $97 million, is offering 3.35 cents per dollar of initial claims, with the potential for further payouts in a recovery scenario. However, major creditors are reportedly opposed to the proposed scheme and are demanding an independent […]
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has come under scrutiny in the Philippines for operating without the necessary approval or license from the local securities regulator. The Philippines Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a warning stating that Binance is not authorized to sell or offer securities in the country. According to the SEC, Binance must apply for […]
Pro-soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo is facing a proposed class-action lawsuit from plaintiffs who claim they suffered losses due to his promotion of the crypto exchange Binance. The lawsuit alleges that Ronaldo actively participated in the sale of unregistered securities in coordination with Binance. Ronaldo had entered into a partnership with Binance in mid-2022 to promote […]
The hacker responsible for the $46 million crypto theft against KyberSwap has issued a warning to the company’s executives and tokenholders. In an on-chain message, the hacker stated that they plan to release a statement regarding a potential treaty with KyberSwap, but only if hostilities cease. The hacker expressed frustration with the executive team’s unfriendliness […]
