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GameStop Investing Craze ‘Proof of Concept’ for Bitcoin Success, Says Scaramucci

A campaign by members of a Reddit investor forum have caused GameStop stock to spike to record levels in the last week.

Markets  ·  27 January 2021
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Secure Messaging App Signal Reportedly Toying With Crypto Payments

Staff at the firm are said to be worried the addition would bring bad actors and unwanted regulatory attention.

Business  ·  26 January 2021
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Stellar Development Foundation Invests $5M in Crypto Payments Firm Wyre

A Wyre integration will introduce a variety of APIs that can be used by financial apps on the Stellar network.

Business  ·  26 January 2021
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US Man Installs Crypto Mining Rig in Hybrid BMW Sportscar

While it can be powered by the hybrid car's battery, the boot needs to stay open to avoid overheating.

News  ·  26 January 2021
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South Korean Tax Agency Carries Out Irregular Audit on Crypto Exchange Operator

The team of investigators requested past data and transaction details from Korea Digital Exchange.

Policy & regulation  ·  26 January 2021
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Philippines Issues Crypto Industry Guidelines to Guard Against Money Laundering

New guidelines bring the nation's digital asset industry in line with Financial Action Task Force standards.

Policy & regulation  ·  26 January 2021
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Gemini Exchange Adds Local Currency, DeFi Tokens in Singapore Expansion

The exchange has increased the trading options for Singapore users, including several DeFi tokens.

Markets  ·  26 January 2021
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Grayscale Donating up to $2M to Crypto Advocacy Group Coin Center

A web page has been set up for the donation matching campaign that runs through February.

Business  ·  25 January 2021
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Bank of Singapore Says Crypto Could Replace Gold as Store of Value

Cryptocurrencies need to overcome a number of hurdles first, though, according to a research note.

Markets  ·  25 January 2021
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Two Arrested for Orchestrating Escape of Wirecard Exec Accused of Fraud

The collapsed financial firm had previously supplied cards to several cryptocurrency companies.

Policy & regulation  ·  25 January 2021
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Shariah-Compliant Crypto Exchange Wins License From Bahrain Central Bank

Launching soon, CoinMENA said it will offer spot trading in five major cryptocurrencies.

Policy & regulation  ·  25 January 2021
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Former UK Cybersecurity Chief Says Laws Are Needed to Stop Ransomware Payouts

“People are paying bitcoin to criminals and claiming back cash” via insurance claims, Ciaran Martin said.

Policy & regulation  ·  25 January 2021
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Chainlink’s LINK Cryptocurrency Hits New Record Price High

The cryptocurrency is now up 105% since Jan. 1, 2021.

Markets  ·  24 January 2021
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Beijing, Shanghai to Join Wider Testing of Digital Yuan in 2021

The wider effort to promote the digital currency precedes a launch in the "near future," per a state media report.

Policy & regulation  ·  24 January 2021
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Singapore Exchange, Temasek Launch Digital Asset Business for Capital Markets

The new venture seeks to partner with fixed income issuance platforms for their post-trade infrastructure.

News  ·  22 January 2021