New Head of China’s Digital Currency Says It Beats Facebook Libra on Tech Features
The PBoC’s new digital currency chief has said its upcoming digital yuan has features not offered by Facebook Libra.
Author: Daniel Palmer
Messaging Giant LINE Wins Japan License for Crypto Exchange Business
LINE, provider of Japan’s most popular messaging app, has just been approved for a cryptocurrency business license in the country.
Trump’s Trade War May Be Driving Chinese Investors to Bitcoin
As the Chinese yuan falls in value due to the trade war with the U.S., there are signs that locals are increasingly moving funds into bitcoin.
Thai Gang Member Arrested Over Alleged $16 Million Crypto Fraud
A Thai man has been arrested for alleged involvement in a crypto crime ring that fleeced investors for 500 million baht.
NSA Reportedly Developing Quantum-Resistant ‘Crypto’
The National Security Agency’s new Cybersecurity Directorate may be working to develop its own, uncrackable “crypto.” But which crypto?
Cryptocurrency Has ‘Long-Term Potential,’ Says Apple Exec
Apple is “watching cryptocurrency,” according to an executive at Apple Pay.
Craig Wright Aims to Challenge Court Decision That Cost Half His Bitcoins
The entrepreneur has cited Hurricane Dorian as the reason he needs more time to challenge a recent court order.
VanEck, SolidX to Offer Bitcoin ETF-Like Product to Institutions
VanEck and SolidX aim to launch a limited bitcoin ETF for institutions in the U.S. later this week, but retail investors will be locked out.
Binance Acquires Crypto Exchange JEX to Boost Derivatives Offerings
Binance has announced the acquisition of crypto exchange JEX in a bid to boost its crypto derivatives offerings for pro traders.
HSBC Targets China Trade With Yuan-Demoninated Blockchain Letter of Credit
HSBC has carried out the first blockchain-based letter of credit transaction denominated in Chinese yuan.
Norwegian Bank Invests in Crypto Exchange Founded by Airline Magnate
Savings bank Sparebanken Øst has just taken a stake in NBX, a crypto exchange set up by Norwegian Air founder Bjørn Kjos.
Custody Provider Legacy Trust Launches Crypto Pension Plan
Cryptocurrency custody provider Legacy Trust is launching one of the first digital assets-based pension plans.
Wallet Giant Blockchain Raising $50 Million Crypto Fund: Report
Crypto wallet and data provider Blockchain is raising a VC fund to invest in industry startups and cryptocurrencies, according to a report.