Spot Bitcoin ETF Talks in the US Reach Advanced Stages, Approval Expected Soon

Conversations surrounding the launch of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States have reached an advanced stage, according to unnamed sources cited by Reuters. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reportedly begun asking detailed and technical questions to potential spot Bitcoin ETF issuers, indicating that the regulator may soon approve their […]

Spot Bitcoin ETF Talks in the US Reach Advanced Stages, Approval Expected Soon

Conversations surrounding the launch of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States have reached an advanced stage, according to unnamed sources cited by Reuters. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reportedly begun asking detailed and technical questions to potential spot Bitcoin ETF issuers, indicating that the regulator may soon approve their […]

Russian Digital Settlement Exchange Exved Launches Cross-Border Crypto Payment Service with Tether’s USDT Stablecoin

LayerZero, a blockchain interoperability protocol, has announced plans to launch its native token in the first half of 2024. The protocol, known for its innovative technology, will reward users through an airdrop, generating renewed interest in its ecosystem projects. The registration for the token’s distribution is now open until December 15th, with the distribution amount […]

Russian Digital Settlement Exchange Exved Launches Cross-Border Crypto Payment Service with Tether’s USDT Stablecoin

LayerZero, a blockchain interoperability protocol, has announced plans to launch its native token in the first half of 2024. The protocol, known for its innovative technology, will reward users through an airdrop, generating renewed interest in its ecosystem projects. The registration for the token’s distribution is now open until December 15th, with the distribution amount […]

BBVA Switzerland Partners with Metaco’s Harmonize for Crypto Custody Operations

BBVA Switzerland, the Swiss branch of a major Spanish bank, has announced its partnership with Ripple-owned tech firm Metaco. The bank will be using Metaco’s Harmonize platform for its cryptocurrency custody operations with institutional investors. This move comes after BBVA has been providing custody services for Bitcoin and Ether since 2021.The migration to Harmonize will […]

BBVA Switzerland Partners with Metaco’s Harmonize for Crypto Custody Operations

BBVA Switzerland, the Swiss branch of a major Spanish bank, has announced its partnership with Ripple-owned tech firm Metaco. The bank will be using Metaco’s Harmonize platform for its cryptocurrency custody operations with institutional investors. This move comes after BBVA has been providing custody services for Bitcoin and Ether since 2021.The migration to Harmonize will […]

Kazakhstan Blocks Access to Nearly 1,000 Illegal Crypto Exchanges

In 2023, Kazakhstan’s Financial Monitoring Agency (FMA) took action against illegal cryptocurrency exchanges operating in the country. The FMA blocked access to nearly a thousand platforms that were serving citizens without proper registration. This move was in accordance with the Digital Assets Law, which prohibits the creation and trading of digital currencies without a national […]

Kazakhstan Blocks Access to Nearly 1,000 Illegal Crypto Exchanges

In 2023, Kazakhstan’s Financial Monitoring Agency (FMA) took action against illegal cryptocurrency exchanges operating in the country. The FMA blocked access to nearly a thousand platforms that were serving citizens without proper registration. This move was in accordance with the Digital Assets Law, which prohibits the creation and trading of digital currencies without a national […]

Taiwan’s Central Bank Explores Feasibility of Wholesale CBDC and Embraces Banking 4.0

Taiwan’s central bank has completed a feasibility study on wholesale central bank digital currency (CBDC) and is considering its introduction. Deputy Governor Mei-lie Chu stated that the central bank is seeking feedback from businesses and academics and will continue to work on platform design.In a speech at a banking event, Chu discussed “Banking 4.0,” which […]

Taiwan’s Central Bank Explores Feasibility of Wholesale CBDC and Embraces Banking 4.0

Taiwan’s central bank has completed a feasibility study on wholesale central bank digital currency (CBDC) and is considering its introduction. Deputy Governor Mei-lie Chu stated that the central bank is seeking feedback from businesses and academics and will continue to work on platform design.In a speech at a banking event, Chu discussed “Banking 4.0,” which […]