OPNX, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by Kyle Davies and Su Zhu, has obtained a virtual asset service provider (VASP) license from Lithuania. This license allows OPNX to offer spot crypto exchange services throughout the European Union. The exchange has emphasized its commitment to high standards of compliance and security, implementing a robust Know Your Customer […]
The Swiss labor market is grappling with stagnant wages and a scarcity of skilled workers. Despite concerns from Swiss companies about a lack of workforce, wages have remained stagnant for an extended period. This goes against the principles of supply and demand, which suggest that limited resources should command higher prices. However, a recent UBS […]
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has proposed new guidelines for stablecoin issuers in the European Union (EU). The aim of these guidelines is to ensure that stablecoins can be quickly redeemed, even in turbulent market conditions, to prevent bank runs and contagion during a crisis. Under the proposed rules, stablecoin issuers must offer fully redeemable […]
Gemini’s U.K. branch has announced that it will restrict cryptocurrency transfers exclusively to Travel Rule Universal Solution Technology (TRUST)-registered Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) starting November 17. This decision is in response to the Travel Rule regulations, which require VASPs to share sender and receiver information for crypto transactions. Gemini has partnered with TRUST to […]
Fiat payment rails and neobanking services are playing a crucial role in driving the mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies. Industry experts at the European Blockchain Convention in Barcelona emphasized the growing importance of third-party payment rails and banking platforms in the cryptocurrency space. OpenPayd, for example, processes a significant volume of monthly transactions and provides banking […]
The German financial expert, Michael Rasch, suggests that the generational contract, which is under pressure due to demographics and increasing performance promises, could be relieved in the medium term through generation capital based on the stock market. Rasch dismisses the widespread fear of the uncertainties of the stock market in Germany, pointing to the long-term […]
A series of documents have been released in the United Kingdom regarding the regulation of stablecoins. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Bank of England (BOE) have both published discussion papers on the topic. In addition, the BOE’s Prudential Regulatory Authority (PRA) has issued a letter to CEOs of deposit-taking institutions, and the BOE […]
In the third phase of life, many people face challenges in various aspects, including finances. Retirement brings about a significant shift in social connections and daily routines, which can be difficult to navigate. Additionally, financial concerns become more pressing as individuals must consider how to effectively manage their savings and investments. Questions arise, such as […]
The National Bank of Georgia (NBG) has partnered with Ripple to launch a pilot program for a central bank digital currency (CBDC) called the Digital Lari. Ripple’s CBDC platform, built on a private version of the XRP ledger, will enable the NBG to mint, manage, and redeem CBDCs in a flexible and scalable manner. The […]
DZ Bank AG, one of Germany’s largest banks, has launched its own digital assets custody platform using blockchain technology. The platform will cater to institutional clients, offering them crypto securities such as the crypto bond from Siemens. DZ Bank believes that distributed ledger technology (DLT) will play a significant role in the capital market business […]
