Tagged: cryptocurrency

April 10, 2026 @ 1:05 pm By Michael Wong  |  

AsiaTokenFund Group said it had formed a strategic partnership with 1MAX.com to launch a curated cryptocurrency trading platform, betting that a more selective approach to token listings could appeal to investors navigating a volatile digital asset market. The platform will target both retail newcomers and… Read More

April 8, 2026 @ 1:42 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent report claims that Blockstream‘s founder Adam Back might actually be Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin (BTC), which is now the world’s largest cryptocurrency in terms of market cap and overall adoption. According to a detailed NYT probe, British cryptographer Adam Back… Read More

April 8, 2026 @ 9:20 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A forward-looking regulatory proposal designed to give cryptocurrency projects breathing room at launch has now advanced to the highest levels of executive review. US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Paul Atkins confirmed that the initiative would let new digital asset ventures begin operations without… Read More

March 29, 2026 @ 2:35 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Canada is set to prohibit cryptocurrency contributions to federal political campaigns, mirroring a recent step taken by the United Kingdom to curb similar risks. The proposed legislation, known as Bill C-25 or the Strong and Free Elections Act, was tabled in Parliament on March 26… Read More

March 21, 2026 @ 5:55 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Rhino.fi, a crypto infrastructure provider, has launched a new feature aimed at standardising how businesses handle USD-pegged stablecoins, as fintech firms seek more predictable settlement across fragmented blockchain networks. The company said its “Stablecoin 1:1” product allows neobanks and fintech platforms to accept and settle… Read More

March 14, 2026 @ 4:44 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

PostFinance, a key subsidiary of Swiss Post, is reinforcing its market position through steady financial performance, structural enhancements, and expanded digital asset offerings amid evolving customer demands and economic pressures. In its annual results, Swiss Post Group delivered a resilient operating profit of 332 million… Read More

March 11, 2026 @ 4:59 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

KBC, a Belgian bank-insurance group, has selected Taurus as its custody partner for crypto assets. Under the partnership, KBC will leverage Taurus-PROTECT, Taurus’ banking-grade digital asset custody platform, to support its regulated crypto offering. The partnership supports KBC’s move into regulated crypto services and builds… Read More

March 2, 2026 @ 8:48 am By Michael Wong  |  

South Korean police have launched an investigation into the alleged theft of cryptocurrency worth about $4.8 million that had been seized by the National Tax Service (NTS), after sensitive wallet information was inadvertently disclosed, the Korea JoongAng Daily reported. The National Police Agency (NPA) said… Read More

March 1, 2026 @ 10:36 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

0x, a decentralized exchange (DEX) infrastructure provider, has launched its Cross-Chain API to private beta, a developer solution that helps applications execute token swaps across more than 15 blockchains through a single integration. The Cross-Chain API is designed to support programmatic trading and automated systems… Read More

February 23, 2026 @ 9:34 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In response to surging institutional interest in digital assets, CME Group, the world’s derivatives marketplace, announced it will introduce continuous around-the-clock trading for its regulated cryptocurrency futures and options products. The expanded schedule is scheduled to take effect on May 29, 2026, subject to regulatory… Read More

February 10, 2026 @ 10:07 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Ripple has rolled out new enhancements to its Ripple Custody platform. Announced on February 9, 2026, these updates focus on bolstering security, ensuring regulatory compliance, and introducing staking functionalities. By forging strategic alliances with cybersecurity firm Securosys and staking provider Figment, Ripple aims to streamline… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 10:20 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the unpredictable ecosystem of cryptocurrency-facilitated crime, significant updates highlight both the adaptability of underground markets and the intensifying efforts by authorities to dismantle them. Despite global enforcement pushes, TRM Labs noted that some platforms continue to thrive, while others face severe repercussions for their… Read More

January 20, 2026 @ 8:17 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

Rising consumer interest in digital wallets, debit and credit cards, BNPL and even cryptocurrency has small business owners accepting more forms of payment than ever before, which puts third-party merchant services providers at the center of their livelihoods. According to the J.D. Power 2026 U.S…. Read More

January 19, 2026 @ 5:24 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

CoinGecko noted that the cryptocurrency sector in 2025 was marked by significant volatility and a notable year-end contraction. Despite reaching unprecedented heights early in the fourth quarter, the Bitcoin and crypto sector faced headwinds that led to its first annual decline in three years. The… Read More

January 15, 2026 @ 11:13 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

  YouHodler market analyst Tony Severino recently shared several predictions for BTC, Ethereum, and where the crypto markets could head throughout 2026. Based on numbers and charts, do you have any thoughts on the changes in the crypto market’s structure over the past 12 months,… Read More

January 12, 2026 @ 8:37 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

According to the data collected by Slowmist, cybercriminals stole nearly $3 billion in crypto hacks and scams in 2025. Researchers recorded a total of 202 hack events, of which one was responsible for almost half of all losses. In February, a large-scale outflow of funds… Read More

January 11, 2026 @ 3:12 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the volatile world of web3 and blockchain-powered cryptocurrencies, a stark reality has emerged: more than half of all digital coins have met their demise. According to a recent report from CoinGecko, as of December 31, 2025, the majority or 53.2% of cryptocurrencies tracked on… Read More

January 10, 2026 @ 10:32 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a rather concerning case that highlights vulnerabilities within France’s public institutions, a 32-year-old ex-tax agent named Ghalia C. remains behind bars following her involvement in a scheme that allegedly facilitated attacks and data breaches. Employed previously at the Bobigny tax office in Seine-Saint-Denis, Ghalia… Read More

January 5, 2026 @ 10:12 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Turkmenistan has legalised cryptocurrency mining and the operation of crypto exchanges, a rare policy shift for one of the world’s most tightly controlled states as it looks to modernise parts of an economy dominated by natural gas exports, according to reports. President Serdar Berdymukhamedov signed… Read More

January 3, 2026 @ 1:34 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Governments are accelerating coordinated oversight of cryptocurrency markets as a new international reporting regime takes hold, signalling tighter tax enforcement and pushing digital assets closer to mainstream financial regulation, the Financial Times reported. According to the report, 48 jurisdictions have committed to begin their first… Read More