Hamas’ efforts to raise funds via crypto had reportedly accelerated following the 11-day war between Israel and the organization in May of this year.
Israel to welcome 11th president with oath of office on NFT
The NFT is a digital representation of the oath of office signed by Israel’s sixth president, Chaim Herzog, who is the father of President-elect Isaac Herzog.
Expect even more oversight of crypto from regulators, says eToro
Yoni Assia believes that unprecedented retail investor interest will push regulators to be more proactive about crypto regulation.
Palestine monetary authority mulls digital currency as ‘political signal‘
Analysts note that the occupied territories’ macroeconomic and political conditions don’t allow for a digital currency to operate as a means of exchange but stress its potential value at a symbolic level.
Bank of Israel steps up CBDC efforts with reported tests on Ethereum
The Bank of Israel has experimented with using Ethereum and nonfungible tokens for a pilot as part of its ongoing digital shekel research, a local report claims.
Bank of Israel deputy governor confirms digital shekel pilot is underway
Despite the pilot, the central bank’s deputy governor said he was apprehensive about launching a full-scale CBDC in Israel, and referred to Bitcoin as a “pyramid scam.”
Israel’s central bank floats possible digital shekel with new action plan
The bank has been exploring the introduction of a CBDC since 2017.
Fireblocks crypto startup raises $133M in funding round with BNY Mellon
BNY Mellon, the oldest bank in the United States, continues to aggressively invest in the digital asset industry.
How Israeli VCs Are Doubling Down on DeFi Startups
The three co-founders of Collider Ventures agree Israel’s vibrant crypto industry waned, yet didn’t fizzle, throughout 2020.
Israeli Government Reportedly Investigating Unsuccessful Hack Targeting Crypto CEOs
Mossad and Shin Bet are reportedly investigating an early September hack that hit 20 cryptocurrency executives.
Israeli Draft Bill Would Nix Hefty Capital Gains Taxes on Bitcoin
The draft bill would define bitcoin and other cryptos as “currency” instead of an “asset” for tax purposes.
Digital Intelligence Firm Cellebrite Launches Crypto Tracing Tool Powered by CipherTrace
Israel-based digital forensics firm Cellebrite announced the launch of its cryptocurrency and blockchain tracing tool on Tuesday.
Israel’s Stock Exchange Launches Blockchain Platform for Securities Lending
The new blockchain platform can facilitate peer-to-peer trading and allow the securities lending market to reach its full potential, the exchange said.
Israeli Firm Develops Tech Allowing Crypto Users to Retrieve Funds Sent in Error
Israeli blockchain startup Kirobo says it solved the problem of funds being lost through errors in irreversible crypto transactions.
Israeli Firm Develops Tech Allowing Crypto Users to Retrieve Funds Sent in Error
Israeli blockchain startup Kirobo says it solved the problem of funds being lost through errors in irreversible crypto transactions.
Israeli Bitcoiners See Surveillance as Unavoidable During Coronavirus Crisis
Tracking mobile-phone data may save lives during the pandemic, but will it become a permanent feature of the surveillance state?
Israel’s Securities Regulator Asks Private Sector for DLT Proof-of-Concepts
Israel’s chief securities regulator Anat Guetta says DLT has “transformative potential” for the startup nation’s capital markets. Now she wants to see a proof-of-concept.
What the Holy Land Reveals About Bitcoin
Israel’s political backdrop gave attendees of Tel Aviv Blockchain Week an opportunity to ponder the duality of the bitcoin movement. LINK @La__Cuen reports
These iAngels Are Bringing New Heavyweights Into Bitcoin Investing
The three women behind Israeli investment platform iAngels are promoting crypto adoption by connecting with traditional investors.
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