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OPNX Obtains Virtual Asset License for EU Operations, Expands Crypto Exchange Services
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…
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12 months agoChallenges Persist: Swiss Labor Market Faces Low Wages and Skill Shortages
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…
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12 months agoBinance Launches Self-Custody Web3 Wallet, Competes with TrustWallet
Binance, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has recently launched a new self-custody Web3 wallet. This wallet allows users to easily interact with the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. To create a wallet,…
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12 months agoNew Liquidity Guidelines Proposed for Stablecoin Issuers by European Banking Authority
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…
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12 months agoCFTC Reports Surge in Digital Asset Cases, Achieves Record Penalties and Restitution
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has released its enforcement outcomes for Fiscal Year 2023, revealing a significant increase in digital asset cases. The CFTC’s Division of Enforcement initiated 96 e…
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12 months agoCentral Banks Embrace Digital Age with Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs)
Central banks are being urged to embrace the digital age and take the lead in innovation, according to Agustín Carstens, General Manager of the Bank for International Settlements (BIS). Speaking at a conference in…
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12 months agoRipple Announces Rebrand of RippleNet and Expands Partnership with Onafriq for Enhanced Cross-Border Payments
Ripple, the fintech company, has made major announcements at the Ripple Swell Conference 2023. Firstly, they have rebranded their flagship product RippleNet as Ripple Payments, signaling a strategic shift towards…
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12 months agoHSBC Partners with Ripple-Owned Tech Firm Metaco for New Digital Asset Custody Service
HSBC has announced a partnership with tech firm Metaco to integrate its institutional platform, Harmonize, with HSBC’s new custody service for digital assets. The bank plans to launch this custody service in 2…
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12 months agoCircle Considers IPO as USDC Market Dominance Hits Two-Year Low
Circle, the issuer of the USD Coin (USDC) stablecoin, is reportedly considering an initial public offering (IPO) next year. The company has initiated discussions with advisors to facilitate the IPO process. While…
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12 months agoUAE Regulators Publish New Guidelines for Virtual Asset Service Providers
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) and other regulators in the country have released new guidelines for virtual asset service providers (VASPs) operating in the UAE. These guidelines include…
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12 months agoCircle Considers IPO in 2024, USDC Market Cap Drops 56%
Circle, the issuer of the USD Coin (USDC), is reportedly considering an initial public offering (IPO) in early 2024, according to Bloomberg. While the stablecoin issuer has been in talks with advisers about the…
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12 months agoCircle Internet Financial Considers IPO for Stablecoin USDC
Stablecoin issuer Circle Internet Financial is reportedly considering an initial public offering (IPO) in early 2024. The company, known for issuing the popular USDC stablecoin, has been in discussions with…
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12 months agoCFTC Reports Half of Enforcement Cases in Last Year Involved Digital Assets
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has released its enforcement results for the 2023 fiscal year, revealing that nearly half of its enforcement cases involved digital assets. Out of the 96…
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12 months agoRipple CEO Brad Garlinghouse Teases Major Announcements and Heated Discussions at DC Fintech Week
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has generated excitement among the XRP community by teasing significant announcements and discussions at the upcoming Ripple Swell event. Taking place on November 8th and 9th in Dubai,…
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12 months agoActing OCC Chief Optimistic About Tokenization, Cautions Against Crypto Risks
The acting chief of the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Michael Hsu, expressed optimism about the potential of tokenization while remaining cautious about cryptocurrencies due to their high…
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12 months agoGemini UK Implements Restrictions on Crypto Transfers to Comply with Travel Rule Regulations
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 N…
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12 months agoKazakhstan Blocks Coinbase and Other Online Brokers in Crackdown on Unregulated Crypto Activity
The Ministry of Culture and Information in Kazakhstan has blocked access to Coinbase, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, along with select online brokerage websites. This action is in accordance with…
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12 months agoBoosting Gender Equality in the Workplace: The Investment Implications
Diversification and gender equality in the workplace continue to be important issues, especially for publicly traded companies. This has led to investment implications as more market participants demand diversity,…
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12 months agoInvestment Firm Involved in Celsius Acquisition Reportedly Eyeing FTX for Potential Relaunch
Proof Group, a prominent Silicon Valley investment firm, has expressed interest in the potential relaunch of FTX, according to sources familiar with the matter. Proof Group, which is part of the Fahrenheit…
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12 months agoFiat Payment Rails and Neobanking Services Drive Mainstream Adoption of Cryptocurrency
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…
