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.
Bank of India’s deputy governor is acting like King Canute February 17, 2022 Standing on the sidelines on the issue of cryptocurrencies is an unsettling approach for a senior central banker to take, says Nigel Green.
Bitcoin flat again as investors wary of next Russia move February 17, 2022 Bitcoin is down slightly this morning, falling 0.5 per cent to $43,761 while Ethereum has also dropped back somewhat, dipping 1.45 per cent.
First crypto-to-pound debit card launched in the UK February 17, 2022 The UK’s first crypto-to-pound credit card has been launched today alongside Mastercard. The new card – a collaboration between CoinJar and EML Payments – allows users to make purchases by converting cryptocurrencies into cash. ”With EML’s technological expertise and Mastercard’s universal acceptance, CoinJar Card gives CoinJar’s customers true day-to-day crypto functionality, whether through smartphones, wearables, [...]
Exclusive: UK investors turn to cash savings as financial confidence dips February 17, 2022 Brits are taking a cautious approach to investing in 2022 with the vast majority opting to keep money in cash savings.
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.