Abra is adding a new feature to its blockchain-based app that will allow global users to invest in fractions of stocks and ETFs.
Security Tokens vs. Tokenized Securities: It’s More Than Semantics
Security tokens and tokenized securities are not the same thing – it’s important that we recognize the difference, argues Noelle Acheson.
UK Firm Gets Regulatory Green Light to Offer Crypto Derivatives
London-based OTC firm B2C2 has just been authorized by the U.K.’s financial watchdog to offer cryptocurrency contracts for difference (CFDs).
Overstock’s tZERO to Trade Tokens During Wall Street Hours Only
With tZERO now live, CEO Saum Noursalehi shares the firm’s next steps in a new interview with CoinDesk.
Cryptos Would Only Have Value in ‘Dystopian’ Economy: JPMorgan
JPMorgan Chase has said that cryptocurrencies would only have value when confidence in traditional assets had been lost.
Galaxy Digital Raising $250 Million to Offer Loans to Crypto Firms: Report
Michael Novogratz’s crypto merchant bank Galaxy Digital is raising $250 million to build a credit fund, according to Business Insider.
Jamaica Stock Exchange Plans to List Security Tokens
The Jamaica Stock Exchange is planning to list security tokens as past of an extended live pilot.
Hong Kong Stock Exchange CEO Casts Doubt on Crypto Miner IPO Filings
The CEO of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange has seemingly questioned the IPO viability of crypto mining companies in new comments.
OKCoin Founder Buys Hong Kong-Listed Firm in $60 Million Deal
The founder of cryptocurrency exchange OKCoin has taken a step towards a reverse IPO with a $60 million acquisition in Hong Kong.
Nasdaq Leads $20 Million Funding Round for Blockchain Startup Symbiont
Enterprise blockchain startup Symbiont has closed a $20 million Series-B funding round led by Nasdaq Ventures.
What We Learned in 100 Crypto Talks With Institutional Investors
Endowments, family offices, pensions and other institutions are enthusiastic about crypto assets despite an overall pullback in valuations.
R3’s Former Chief Sales Officer Joins Blockchain Startup AlphaPoint
Scott Grayson, former chief sales officer at R3, has joined blockchain services provider AlphaPoint as SVP for institutional sales.
Coinbase Adds Cross-Border Wire Transfers for Whales in Europe and Asia
Coinbase has launched cross-border wire transfers and expanded custody services for institutional customers in Asia, the U.K. and Europe.
Thai Stock Exchange Plans to Launch a Token Trading Platform
The Stock Exchange of Thailand is looking to capitalize on investor interest in cryptos by offering a new digital assets exchange.
OKCoin Founder Star Xu Seeks to Acquire Public Firm for $60 Million
OKCoin founder Star Xu may be seeking a possible backdoor IPO by buying a majority stake in a Hong Kong-listed company.
Wyoming Blockchain Bill Proposes Issuance of Tokenized Stock Certificates
Lawmakers from the U.S. state of Wyoming have introduced legislation proposing the issuance of tokenized stock certificates using blockchain tech.
Barclays and Clearmatics Call on Coders to Help Blockchains Talk to Each Other
U.K. bank Barclays and startup Clearmatics will hold a hackathon next month to spur ideas for blockchain interoperability.
European Blockchain Startup Launches Trading in Tokenized Securities
Belarus-based blockchain startup Currency.com has launched a trading platform for tokenized securities.
Tokenized Securities: Curb Your Enthusiasm
Tokenized securities hold promise, but we shouldn’t overlook how hard it is to spin up new markets.
Central Bank Veteran’s Blockchain ‘E-Money’ Startup Raises $2 Million
ConsenSys has joined a $2 million funding round for a blockchain startup led by a former chairman of the Central Bank of Iceland.