New research has found that the U.S. leads the world in the volume of tweets referencing bitcoin and Facebook’s planned cryptocurrency.
Scammer Taunts Couple Who Lost Thousands in Bitcoin Fraud
An Australian couple lost over AU$20,000 in a bitcoin scam, and were even taunted by the perpetrator over their losses.
Brazilian Bank Plans to Use Tezos Blockchain for STOs Worth $1 Billion
BTG Pactual, Brazil’s fifth largest bank, plans to utilize the Tezos blockchain for security token offerings potentially worth $1 billion.
Fujitsu Develops Blockchain ID Tech That Scores Trustworthiness in Transactions
Fujitsu Laboratories has unveiled digital identity tech that scores users’ reliability to increase the security of online transactions.
‘Moderation Bot’ Blacklists Telegram Users to Tackle Crypto Scams
Blockchain advisory firm AmaZix is launching a “moderation bot” to help stamp out cryptocurrency scams on popular messaging app Telegram.
UK Finance Watchdog Takes Step Toward Ban on Crypto Derivatives, ETNs
The U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority is now consulting on a ban of cryptocurrency-based derivatives and ETNs in a bid to protect investors.
Now Japanese Regulators Are Getting Anxious About Facebook’s Cryptocurrency
Japan’s central bank has joined the regulators worldwide expressing concerns over the potential risks posed by Facebook’s Libra cryptocurrency.
Sanctions-Hit Cuba Eyes Cryptocurrency as Solution to Financial Woes
Cuba has announced it is considering the use of cryptocurrency in order to bolster its finances amid U.S.-led sanctions.
eToro Is Adding the First ERC-20 Crypto Tokens to Its Wallet – 120 of Them
The eToro cryptocurrency wallet is rolling out support for 120 ERC-20 standard tokens, starting Tuesday with MKR, BAT and OMG.
Planned Blockchain Solution for FATF ‘Travel Rule’ Compliance Keeps User Data Private
CipherTrace is teaming with Shyft on a blockchain solution to help crypto firms meet tough new standards from the Financial Action Task Force.
Huobi to Target Decentralized Finance With New Public Blockchain
Huobi Group is building a “regulator-friendly” public blockchain specifically designed for use cases within decentralized finance.
Deutsche Börse’s Xetra Exchange Lists First Blockchain Firm
The Deutsche Börse-operated trading venue has just listed a Forbes top-10 blockchain company to watch.
BIS Chief: Central Banks May Issue Digital Currencies ‘Sooner Than We Think’
The chief of the Bank for International Settlements has acknowledged that central banks will likely soon need to issue their own digital currencies.
Billionaire Investor Henry Kravis Makes First Crypto Investment
Billionaire businessman Henry Kravis has reportedly made an investment in a crypto fund started by an ex-employee.
Goldman Sachs CEO Hints Bank Might Launch ‘JPM Coin’-Like Crypto
Goldman Sachs may ultimately take part in the crypto disruption of finance with its own stablecoin, according to CEO David Solomon.
Binance Talking to Facebook About Libra Listing, Becoming Node: Reports
Crypto exchange Binance is reportedly talking to Facebook about getting involved in the social media giant’s upcoming Libra project.
Irish Crypto Exchange Bitsane May Have Disappeared With Users’ Funds
Irish cryptocurrency exchange Bitsane may have done a runner with users’ funds, according to a report.
Kakao’s Klaytn Blockchain Has Gone Live With Support From Major Firms
The Klaytn blockchain from the fold of messaging app giant Kakao has launched on its mainnet, with a governing body including big enterprises like LG.
Singapore’s Central Bank Wants More Information on Facebook’s Libra Crypto
The Monetary Authority of Singapore reportedly has concerns over Facebook’s recently unveiled cryptocurrency project, Libra.
Another Indian Crypto Exchange Shuts Down Blaming Banking Ban
Regulatory uncertainty ushered in by India’s central bank appears to have brought about the demise of the cryptocurrency exchange Koinex.