It’s all oh so very Meta February 16, 2022 Dr Jane Thomason embarks on a mission to make sense of the mysterious world of the metaverse.
Umbria activates Avalanche cross-chain bridge ahead of schedule February 16, 2022 Umbria has launched the full public use of its highly-anticipated Avalanche bridge a month ahead of schedule.
Criminals hold $25 billion worth of illicit cryptocurrency, Chainalysis report finds February 16, 2022 The latest Chanalysis report has revealed that criminal crypto whales hold over $25 billion in cryptocurrency from a multitude of illicit sources.
Financial Stability Board sounds alarm over crypto assets February 16, 2022 The Financial Stability Board has raised the alarm about the threat posed by crypto currencies to the global economy.
FCA concerned as Binance regains access to UK payments network February 16, 2022 The Financial Conduct Authority expressed concerned about a deal reportedly giving Binance access to a large UK payments network.
Bitcoin continues good run as stock markets pick up February 16, 2022 The crypto markets look stable again this morning, with Bitcoin continuing to hold above $44k and Ethereum above $3,100.
Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway dumps Visa and Mastercard stock and buys $1bn in Bitcoin fintech Nubank February 16, 2022 Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett’s investment vehicle, has reportedly ditched more than $3bn in stock in payment processor giants Visa and Mastercard. According to a securities filing in the U.S., dated 14 February, the investment giant has sold $1.8bn in Visa shares and $1.3bn in Mastercard stock. At the same time, the company increased its participation [...]
Canada emergency bill targets crowdfunding and crypto February 16, 2022 The Canadian government has taken aim at the fundraising efforts of protesters opposing Covid-19 restrictions with new crypto rules.
Oracle Red Bull Racing sign record breaking sponsorship deal with Bybit February 16, 2022 Formula 1 team Oracle Red Bull Racing have agreed a world record sponsorship deal with cryptocurrency exchange Bybit. The three-year contract is believed to be worth $150m (£111m), making it the biggest crypto commercial partnership in sport in terms of yearly value. “I’m delighted to welcome Bybit to the Team,” said team principal and chief [...]
Bitstamp founder loses bitter court battle with new owners February 16, 2022 A bitter dispute between the founder of crypto exchange Bitstamp and the company's new owners has reached its end.