Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Alpaca, a New York-based alternative investment firm, has launched a private equity real estate platform, Alpaca Real Estate (ARE), led by Daniel Carr and Peter Weiss. The platform, with significant backing from GCM Grosvenor, aims to leverage techno...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
DFINITY Foundation launches the ICP Asia Alliance and a $20 million fund on September 28, 2023, to accelerate Web3 and AI adoption in Asia. The alliance aspires to unite diverse stakeholders, foster innovation, and catalyze the growth of the Internet...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Circle launches 'Circle Research' to further technical innovation in crypto, blockchain, and Web3 through open-source research. The initiative's first contribution, Perimeter Protocol, sets a new standard for building on-chain credit markets. Circle...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Christen Ager-Hanssen resigns as nChain's Group CEO, alleging serious internal issues and a conspiracy to defraud shareholders. He accuses Dr. Craig Wright of deceiving courts about being Satoshi Nakamoto, leading to a significant reaction from the c...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
The five market makers involved with Worldcoin's liquidity provision are approaching the loan settlement date of October 22. The recent on-chain activities reflect different strategies among these entities, possibly in anticipation of the settlement....
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Blockchain analytics firm Spot On Chain reported a significant movement in a crypto wallet associated with the historic FTX hack on September 30, 2023. The wallet, labeled 0x3e957, transferred 2,500 ETH (approx. $4.2 million) amidst the anticipation...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Brazil has commenced the use of blockchain technology for issuing the National Identity Card (CIN) to enhance security and data integrity in the new identity issuance process. The initial phase begins in three states with a nationwide deadline set fo...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
The Sui Foundation has earmarked over $1.05 million for 17 new projects aimed at bolstering the development and adoption of Sui. This initiative encompasses a wide range of sectors within the Sui ecosystem, including DeFi, gaming, and on-chain soluti...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Ethereum's co-founder, Vitalik Buterin, reflects on Ethereum's protocol enhancement strategies in a recent blog post, weighing the merits of a minimalistic approach versus enshrining more features into the core protocol to address various user needs...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Bitwise Asset Management to launch two first-of-its-kind Ethereum Futures ETFs, AETH and BTOP, on October 2. The ETFs offer exposure to CME Ether futures in a regulated format. (Read More)
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
ProShares is set to launch the first-ever ETF focused on ether, along with two blended ETFs that offer exposure to both bitcoin and ether, on October 2, 2023. These new ETFs aim to provide a more accessible and regulated avenue for investors to gain...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
GFT and Thought Machine are collaborating to propel U.S. banks into the digital age, departing from legacy systems in favor of cloud-native solutions. Traditional banks are now focusing on introducing innovative financial experiences to gain a compet...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
SEC delays spot Bitcoin ETF decisions due to U.S. government shutdown concerns, adding uncertainty to the cryptocurrency market. Decision expected by mid-March (Read More)
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
VanEck announces the launch of VanEck Ethereum Strategy ETF (EFUT), targeting Ethereum futures contracts for capital appreciation. EFUT, listed on CBOE, complements VanEck's Bitcoin ETF (XBTF) with a tax-efficient structure. (Read More)
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Marathon Digital Holdings encountered a setback as it mined an invalid block on the Bitcoin network due to an internal bug amidst an operational optimization experiment. The company acknowledged the error and praised Bitcoin's self-corrective securit...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
The SEC has postponed its decision on the ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF till January 10, 2024, marking another delay in the approval process. Amid broader calls for swifter approvals, the SEC's meticulous review approach underscores the regulatory cautiou...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Neara, with a fresh $24M Series B funding, is set to bolster its AI-centric infrastructure modeling platform, aiming to mitigate climate risks faced by utilities and accelerate renewable energy integration. The investment led by Prosus Ventures will...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Coinbase CEO, Brian Armstrong, condemns Chase UK's restrictive stance on cryptocurrency transactions, urging UK crypto holders to close their Chase accounts. This move by Chase UK could potentially impede Coinbase's expansion plans in the UK and Euro...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
OpenAI has enabled web browsing for its ChatGPT model, initially available for Plus and Enterprise users. This feature aims to address the limitations of ChatGPT in providing up-to-date information. OpenAI has yet to clarify if this update will be ex...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Binance CEO, CZ, sheds light on Binance's association with CommEX through a tweet. Cryptocurrency transfers are ongoing, with potential ex-Binance team members joining CommEX. Amid regulatory challenges, Binance sells its Russian operations to CommEX...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Metis, an Ethereum Layer 2 network, has proposed migrating its data availability back to the Ethereum mainnet. The move aims to simplify the launch of a decentralized sequencer pool and enhance data availability. The proposal is open for community fe...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Paysafe Payment Solutions Limited has abruptly stopped processing EUR deposits for Binance users. The decision affects several Binance services, including spot trading and auto-invest plans. Users are advised to convert their EUR balances to USDT by...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
The decline in the use of physical cash raises important questions about the loss of personal freedom and privacy. As central banks explore the development of CBDCs, the design and implementation of these digital currencies will play a critical role...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Hong Kong authorities are intensifying efforts to apprehend the key operators behind JPEX, a cryptocurrency platform implicated in the city's largest alleged financial fraud. The police have arrested 15 individuals and seized assets worth HK$85 milli...
Cryptocoins News / Blockchain - 2 years ago
Marco Ruiz Ochoa, former CEO of IcomTech, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud for his role in a large-scale cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme. The company falsely promised high returns on cryptocurrency investments and used promotional tactic...