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Palestinians Ponder Digital Currency as Move for Monetary Independence

The Palestine Monetary Authority is exploring the possibility of issuing its own digital currency. For Palestinians, the minting of a national coin would represent a step, at least a symbolic one, towards achieving monetary independence from the State of Israel. Digital Currency to Help Palestinians Cope With Israeli Restrictions Palestinians are currently conducting two studies […]

Marvel Entertainment to Launch NFTs — Fans Can Soon Hunt for Rare NFT Comic Books

Marvel Entertainment has announced the company is stepping into the realm of non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company and the popular comic book creator explains that Marvel fans will be able to buy “official Marvel NFT digital collectibles, digital comic books and more.” Marvel to Release NFT Digital Comics and […]

NFT Roundup: Beeple’s We.new Platform, DeLorean DMC-12 NFTs, Jerry Garcia’s Music Art

Over the last seven days, there have been close to 18,000 non-fungible token (NFT) primary sales worth over $12.7 million. This week also saw a great number of non-fungible token (NFT) announcements surrounding big names like DeLorean Motor Company, the renowned NFT artist Beeple, the Grateful Dead’s Jerry Garcia, USA Today and more, as the […]

SEC Delays Robinhood IPO Over Questions Concerning the Company’s Crypto Business: Report

Robinhood Markets Inc., the American financial services company headquartered in Menlo Park, California, has seen its initial public offering (IPO) delayed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). According to a report citing “people familiar with the matter” the SEC is questioning Robinhood’s cryptocurrency business. SEC Questions Robinhood’s Crypto Dealings, IPO Delayed Robinhood was […]

First Bitcoin ETF in Latam Debuts on Brazil Stock Exchange

The first Bitcoin ETF in Latin America made its debut yesterday on the Brazil Stock Exchange. Presented by QR Capital, a Brazilian blockchain investment firm, the ETF seeks to simplify Bitcoin exposure for institutions and companies. The ETF was approved by Brazilian regulators and is currently trading with the QBTC11 ticker. Bitcoin ETF Makes It […]

FATF’s Annual Crypto Review Highlights ‘Continued Use of Anonymity Tactics’ and ‘Lack of Effective’ Regulation

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has published the organization’s 12-month review and the research highlights that only 45% of the 128 reporting jurisdictions have complied with AML/CFT policy and FATF recommendations. The annual review stresses that the “lack [of] effective” regulation makes it “challenging for competent authorities to follow the transaction trail, buying more […]

Dogecoin Sheds 67% Since Price High — Meme Token’s 12 Month Market Stats Still Outshined BTC

The notorious meme crypto asset dogecoin has seen better days, as the digital currency tapped an all-time high (ATH) two months ago at $0.737 per unit. Today, dogecoin is down 67% since the ATH and over 30% during the last three months as interest in the dog meme coin is waning. Dogecoin Interest Dives, Meme-Token’s […]

10,000 Financial Institutions Can Now Let Customers Buy, Sell, Hold Bitcoin Through Their Bank Accounts

Banks and credit unions of all sizes can now facilitate the buying, selling, and holding of bitcoin within their banking platforms thanks to a collaboration between Finserv and New York Digital Investment Group (NYDIG). Finserv currently has about 10,000 financial institution clients. All Banks Can Now Let Customers Buy, Sell, Hold Bitcoin via Bank Accounts […]

Athena Bitcoin to Install 1,500 Bitcoin ATMs in El Salvador as BTC Becomes Legal Tender

Bitcoin ATM operator Athena Bitcoin has unveiled its plan to install 1,500 bitcoin ATMs in El Salvador. Initially, the company will install dozens of machines as a test. El Salvador President Nayib Bukele wants 1,500 bitcoin ATMs installed and Athena Bitcoin said, “we will go for that, but in phases.” Athena Bitcoin said Thursday that […]

Scotland Yard Seizes Record £114 Million in Cryptocurrency

British police have carried out U.K.’s largest crypto seizure to date. Detectives working on a money laundering case found a staggering £114 million worth of cryptocurrency in a suspect’s account. Scotland Yard vowed to continue the investigation. UK Makes One of World’s Largest Crypto Seizures Acting on intelligence about the transfer of criminal funds, specialist […]

Citigroup Launches Digital Assets Group to Provide Clients Access to Cryptocurrencies

Citigroup has reportedly set up a “digital assets group” to offer clients access to cryptocurrencies, which will operate within the bank’s wealth management division. Citigroup has established a “digital assets group” within its wealth management unit, according to a memo to staff seen by Bloomberg. Iain Armitage, global head of capital markets for Citi Private […]

Free Bitcoin: El Salvador Giving Away $30 in BTC to Everyone Using Government Wallet

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele has announced a bitcoin giveaway to promote the cryptocurrency’s use as legal tender in the economy and to give people an incentive to use the government’s official wallet application. $30 in Free Bitcoin The president of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, addressed many topics regarding his country’s new bitcoin law Thursday […]

SafeEarth Announces $200k+ in Charity Donations This Year

PRESS RELEASE. SafeEarth creates access to DeFi and at the same time, helps restore the world’s ecosystem and help humanity through collaborating with the most impactful projects. 25th June 2021, London, England Users of SafeEarth can enjoy the benefits offered by DeFi whilst preserving the delicate balance of the world. Today, the project announces it […]

Africrypt Ponzi Scheme Collapse: South Africa Regulator Says Its ‘Not in a Position to Take Any Regulatory Action’

Following Africrypt’s collapse, South African regulator, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), released a statement asserting its lack of jurisdiction over cryptocurrencies. Although the regulator says it is “continuing to investigate complaints” against the crypto investment company, it concedes it has only “found evidence of crypto-asset transactions.” A Large Number of Scams While the FSCA […]

Report: Nigerian NFT Artists Thrive Despite Bubble Fears and Ongoing Central Bank Anti-Crypto Restrictions

Nigerian artists are now increasing their net worth by leveraging the art world’s lucrative pivot to non-fungible tokens (NFT). According to reports, this move to NFTs is happening despite the Nigerian central bank’s renewed anti-crypto stance. NFT Bubble Concerns As a recent CNN report explains, growing interest in NFTs from Nigerian artists comes alongside warnings […]

Mica Law Draft Designates CNMV and Bank of Spain as Crypto Watchdogs

The latest Mica (Europe’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation) revision designates the CNMV and the Bank of Spain as the main cryptocurrency watchdogs in the country. The draft also stipulates that companies offering services in the EU will need to be based in a European country. The norm excludes NFTs, for now. Experts state the law […]

Bogota’s $2.8 Billion Program to Finance Blockchain Companies With up to $50 Million

The city of Bogota in Colombia just announced it will finance blockchain companies through a blockchain investment program. The program, called “Hub Blockchain Bogota,” will deliver financing to 100 companies developing blockchain-based solutions. This is part of a series of initiatives destined to modernize Bogota and turn the region into a smart city. Bogota Programs […]

New Visa Card Allows Bakkt Users to Spend Bitcoin in Stores and Online

Customers using the Bakkt app can now apply for a debit card which will enable them to pay with bitcoin at merchants that don’t currently take crypto. The virtual Visa card can be added to Apple Pay or Google Pay to purchase items at thousands of retailers supporting the mobile payment systems. Bakkt Card Can […]

Bitcoin of America Makes It Big: The Team Behind One of the Largest Bitcoin ATM Operators Worldwide

PRESS RELEASE. Bitcoin of America, a popular virtual currency exchange, is known for their 1200+ ATMs across 31 US states. Bitcoin of America is looking to bring attention to the success their team, working behind the scenes, has had on the company’s growth. Some of their top executives were interviewed on the future of the […]