Ripple, the blockchain payments company known for its cryptocurrency XRP, has posted a job opening for a shareholder communications senior manager. This has sparked speculation that Ripple may be preparing to go public and list its shares on a stock exchange. The job description suggests that the role will involve direct communication with shareholders and […]
Federal Reserve Board governor Michelle Bowman expressed her views on financial innovation during a speech at Harvard Law School. She discussed topics such as central bank digital currency (CBDC), stablecoin, and the use of technology to improve existing systems. Bowman emphasized the importance of the U.S. intermediated banking model in protecting consumer financial activities from […]
Police body cam footage has revealed the moment a hacker unknowingly incriminated himself by opening a laptop containing thousands of Bitcoin in front of federal investigators. James Zhong was charged by the US government for stealing over 50,000 BTC from the Silk Road marketplace in 2012. In 2019, Zhong called the police to report a […]
Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman expressed skepticism about the benefits of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) during a roundtable discussion in Washington, D.C. She questioned whether a U.S. CBDC could solve financial problems more effectively or efficiently than existing solutions. Governor Bowman highlighted the importance of responsible innovation in money and payments, emphasizing the need […]
Binance.US, the US-based unit of cryptocurrency exchange Binance, has suspended dollar withdrawals from its platform amid an ongoing legal battle with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Customers can no longer directly withdraw US dollars and must convert their funds to stablecoins or other digital assets. This move effectively transitions Binance.US into a crypto-only […]
Ripple Labs, the blockchain-based payment protocol company, has sparked speculation about a potential Initial Public Offering (IPO) with a recent job posting for a “Shareholder Communications Senior Manager.” This development has led many to infer that Ripple is preparing for an IPO, although the company has not issued an official statement regarding this matter. The […]
In the ongoing debate surrounding the issuance of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in the United States, Federal Reserve Board member, Bowman, has expressed skepticism. While various arguments have been put forth in favor of a CBDC, such as addressing payment system frictions, promoting financial inclusion, and providing access to safe central bank money, […]
Terraform Labs, the company behind the Terra blockchain ecosystem, has filed a lawsuit against Citadel Securities, accusing the market-making giant of manipulating Terra’s UST stablecoin. The lawsuit alleges that Citadel Securities deliberately caused the UST stablecoin to deviate from its $1 peg, resulting in significant losses for Terra. Contrary to popular belief, Terraform Labs argues […]
After conducting thorough investigations, it has been revealed that a significant amount of funds is missing from FTX customer assets. In response to this, FTX Trading Ltd and its associated debtors have proposed a settlement that would result in the majority of lost crypto and financial assets being refunded to customers.The proposed settlement, which is […]
Cryptocurrency custody specialist BitGo has acquired HeightZero, a software platform that helps wealth managers incorporate cryptocurrencies into their clients’ portfolios. The financial details of the acquisition have not been disclosed, but it highlights the growing institutional interest in the crypto market. BitGo’s CEO, Mike Belshe, has urged wealth managers and regulated investment advisors (RIAs) to […]
