All aboard the crypto train? February 22, 2022 | City Talk Are you a wealth manager who believes bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are a passing fad or worse? You’re not alone. But you also may want to reconsider. The wealthiest clients certainly don’t agree and they are voting with their wallets. In fact, 72% of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) have invested in crypto, according to the 2021 [...]
Russian finance ministry splits from Central Bank over crypto February 21, 2022 Russia is preparing to regulate the use of digital assets with a new crypto bill, despite Central Bank calls for an outright ban.
Crypto exchange FTX plots launch of gaming unit February 21, 2022 Crypto exchange FTX is launching a new division to bring digital currencies, blockchain technology and NFTs to the world of gaming.
Crypto Exchanges compete in Super Bowl Debut as JPMorgan Enters Metaverse February 21, 2022 The price of Bitcoin dropped this week amid fears a Russian invasion in Ukraine could spark large-scale military conflict.
Opensea investigates phishing attack as hundreds of NFTs reported stolen February 20, 2022 Opensea, the world's largest NFT marketplace, has entered choppy waters after a phishing attack reeled in dozens of users.
Crypto company Circle doubles valuation to $9bn as it eyes SPAC deal February 18, 2022 Crypto company Circle has doubled its valuation to $9bn after inking a new deal with Concord Acquisition Corp.
Bitcoin’s playing it cool while the world overheats February 18, 2022 It looks like Bitcoin is keeping its head, while all around are losing theirs, says Jason Deane in his weekly report.
Ukraine legalises crypto as tensions with Russia escalate February 18, 2022 Ukraine's parliament has voted to legalise digital assets amid escalating tensions with neighbouring Russia.
Crypto Crime: UK ‘crypto jacking’ attacks jump 564 per cent in one year February 17, 2022 A new type of cyber crime is on the rise in the UK which sees attackers take over victims' devices in order to steal and mine crypto.
Crypto lending products flourish in UK amid pushback from US regulators February 17, 2022 This week crypto platform Blockfi was ordered to pay $100m in a settlement with US regulators, the SEC's first enforcement against crypto lending accounts.