Bitcoin smashes through $50k, but Cardano steals limelight as it looks to break $3 August 23, 2021 The price of Bitcoin has shot above $50,000 for the first time in three months, as the crypto markets continue to recover after their recent malaise.
Three quarters of UK professional investors to increase crypto exposure August 23, 2021 A survey has found that the UK is one of the most attractive markets for hedge fund managers focussed on crypto and digital asset funds. The research, commissioned by Europe’s largest digital asset management fund, Nickel Digital, found that 74 per cent of UK institutional investors and wealth managers plan to increase their exposure to [...]
PayPal launches cryptocurrency services for UK customers August 23, 2021 Online payments giant PayPal has announced its UK customers will be able to buy, sell and hold cryptocurrencies using its platform. In an update being rolled out this week customers will be able to acquire a selection of four crypto currencies – Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin and Bitcoin Cash – using their Paypal accounts. Users will [...]
Three quarters of UK professional investors to increase crypto exposure : CityAM August 23, 2021 A survey has found that the UK is one of the most attractive markets for hedge fund managers focussed on crypto and digital asset funds. The research, commissioned by Europe’s largest digital asset management fund, Nickel Digital, found that 74 per cent of UK institutional investors and wealth managers plan to increase their exposure to [...]
Argo Blockchain prepares for Nasdaq listing August 20, 2021 Argo blockchain, the only London listed crypto mining company, is planning to sell shares on the US-based Nasdaq exchange. In a filing made to the US Securities and Exchange Commission, the company today confirmed its intention to list American Depositary Shares (ADS) on the Nasdaq exchange. According to the filing, Jeffries and Barclays will be [...]
I’ve spotted curious similarities between Bitcoin and the Taliban… August 20, 2021 Looking back over his youthful experiences, Monty draws some eyebrow-raising comparisons between Bitcoin and the Taliban.
Gibraltar to host first international post-pandemic crypto event August 20, 2021 More than 300 international crypto enthusiasts and investors will gather in Gibraltar for some safe, crypto, ‘Fun in the Sun’ in October.
Brock Pierce shares views on privacy and DeFi with crypto leaders August 20, 2021 Philanthropic cryptocurrency evangelist Brock Pierce offers up his thoughts on privacy and DeFi with other crypto leaders.
Can Bitcoin fix the financial problems of the last 50 years? August 20, 2021 As the world of fiat currency turns 50 years old, Jason Deane asks if Bitcoin can fix its problems.
Binance to restrict access to services until users complete identity checks August 20, 2021 Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange by trade volume, has today introduced new security checks as it seeks to placate regulators. Binance is upping its Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements for new and existing customers and has announced that everyone must complete ‘Intermediate Verification’ in order to access services. Existing users will have their permissions [...]