Cryptocurrency

Russian Sought By US Over 'Ryuk' Ransomware Extradited From Netherlands

A Russian national sought by U.S. prosecutors for allegedly laundering cryptocurrency tied to a notorious ransomware gang has been extradited to the United States from the Netherlands.

18/08/2022 05:12 from: Radio Free Europe/ Radio Liberty

Cryptocurrency, Money laundering, Netherlands, Ransomware, Russia

Shiba INU Price to Explode Soon Could Settle Above These Levels in Coming Days!

Shiba INU, one of the most popular crypto assets is speculated to be at the foothill of a massive explosion. On the other hand, a decline in the trading volume flashes a bearish reversal, and some market experts believe, a recovery phase to begin very ...

18/08/2022 05:11 from: Coinpedia

Cryptocurrency, Shiba Inu

CBDCs only solution to 'smooth continuation' of the monetary system: ECB

The European Central Bank has issued a working paper that exhaustively reviewed previous research on CBDC, drawing several new conclusions and identifying research gaps.

18/08/2022 05:10 from: Cointelegraph

Central bank, Central Bank Digital Currency, Cryptocurrency, Monetary policy

Retail Spending's Anemic Response to Long-Sought Gas Price Decline is Ominous Sign

A 25% drop in gas prices should have spurred a bit more of a rebound in consumer spending, but that wasn't enough to boost consumer or sustained spending.

18/08/2022 03:12 from: pymnts.com

CoinFund LLC, Cryptocurrency, Finance, Funding, Venture capital

Web3 is in chaos and metaverses are in their own walled gardens, says Randi Zuckerberg

Web3 is "an ideal utopia," but "what's happening in reality, is chaos," said the sister of Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg.

18/08/2022 03:12 from: CNBC

Cryptocurrency, Meta, Metaverse

FOMO Pay secures US$13m in Series A funding

MOBILE payments platform FOMO Pay has snagged a US$13 million investment led by Jump Crypto, a division of Chicago trading firm Jump Trading Group. Read more at The Business Times.

18/08/2022 02:12 from: The Business Times

Cryptocurrency, Financial technology, FOMO Pay Pte. Ltd., Series A round, Singapore

Ukraine Bought Weapons, Drones With Crypto Donations

The wartorn nation also revealed it bought non-lethal equipment in a new report detailing its expenditures from crypto donations.

18/08/2022 01:12 from: Coindesk

Cryptocurrency, Ukraine

Praggnanandhaa shares lead with Carlsen

Young Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa continued his fine run in the FTX Crypto Cup, beating Anish Giri of the Netherlands 2.5-1.5 in the second round here today.

18/08/2022 01:12 from: The Tribune

Alireza Firouzja, Anish Giri, Chess, Cryptocurrency, Magnus Carlsen, Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa

India Supplies Nearly 60% Of Vaccines Used Worldwide: Nirmala Sitharaman

India crossed the target of 200 crores of COVID vaccinations in a time-bound manner. So far, 208.57 crore doses of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered under the nationwide inoculation drive.

17/08/2022 22:11 from: Outlook India

Cryptocurrency, Finance, Finance minister, India, Nirmala Sitharaman, Vaccination, Vaccine

Ready or Not, Here Comes Web3: How the Internet's Next Evolution Is Shaping Hollywood's Future

Why did seemingly everyone in entertainment, finance, media and law start talking about Web3 at cocktail parties and mixers?

17/08/2022 19:12 from: Variety

Cryptocurrency, Non-fungible token

The Crypto Launchpad Helps Crypto Projects in Selection of a Suitable Blockchain

DUBAI, UAE / ACCESSWIRE / August 17, 2022 / Blockchain technology has become the word of the century. A majority of entrepreneurs are leaning toward building Crypto and Blockchain-based projects. In Fact, there are now businesses like The Crypto ...

17/08/2022 19:11 from: AccessWire

Blockchain.com, Cryptocurrency

Fed's Bowman Sees Strong US Labor Market Bringing More Women Back to Work

(Reuters) - A strong U.S. labor market, the recovery of the service sector, and more fully open schools and childcare centers will likely bring more women back to the workforce, Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman said on Wednesday.

17/08/2022 18:14 from: U.S News & World Report Money

Central bank, Cryptocurrency, Federal Reserve Board of Governors, Labor, Labour economics, Michelle Bowman

Crypto Ads Starring Matt Damon, Tom Brady Vanish From Television

Matt Damon's pitch to invest in crypto has disappeared from US television sets. Same goes for glitzy commercials starring LeBron James and Tom Brady. The drop in national TV marketing by the industry in the US has coincided with the selloff in Bitcoin ...

17/08/2022 16:13 from: Bloomberg

Cryptocurrency, Matt Damon, Tom Brady

Crypto Token EOS Jumps 15% on Block.one Court Ruling, Upgrade

The EOS cryptocurrency surged about 15% on Wednesday amid developments seen as positive for the token's community.

17/08/2022 16:13 from: Bloomberg

Cryptocurrency, EOS.IO, Initial coin offering

Feds Issue Warning to Banks Taking Advantage of Crypto Opportunities

Regulators at the Federal Reserve have been increasingly monitoring the cryptocurrency markets this year. The Feds remain focused on not allowing cryptocurrency volatility to affect the broader financial markets. Banks have been entering the crypto sphere ...

17/08/2022 16:12 from: Watcher Guru

Central bank, Cryptocurrency, Federal Reserve System, Finance, Law

Untamed Isles is a cautionary tale of game development funded by crypto investors

Development on indie title Untamed Isles has been put on pause indefinitely after crypto investors pull out following crypto market crash.

17/08/2022 15:12 from: Eurogamer.net

Cryptocurrency, Massively multiplayer online role-playing game, Pokémon

Bitcoin price dives pre-FOMC amid warning $17.6K low was not the bottom

Bitcoin price heads to one-week lows as FOMC minutes combine with a risk asset rally losing momentum.

17/08/2022 13:12 from: Cointelegraph

Bitcoin, Bitstamp, Cryptocurrency, Federal Open Market Committee, Federal Reserve System, United States Dollar

Whistleblowers accuse FDIC of stifling crypto companies' access to banks

Federal regulators could be going too far in encouraging banks not to work with crypto companies, according to the top Republican on the Senate Banking Committee. Sen. Pat Toomey of Pennsylvania sent a letter Tuesday to Acting Chairman of the Federal ...

17/08/2022 13:12 from: MarketWatch

Cryptocurrency, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation

Genesis CEO Steps Down as Crypto Broker Slashes Its Workforce

Genesis Chief Executive Officer Michael Moro is stepping down as part of a leadership shuffle after the crypto brokerage was stung by exposure to bankrupt hedge fund Three Arrows Capital and a broad market downturn.

17/08/2022 11:13 from: Bloomberg

Broker, Chief Executive Officer, Cryptocurrency, Digital currency

Israel Arrests 3 in Crypto Scheme to Launder Millions Stolen From France

Police in Israel have detained three suspects who laundered millions of euros stolen from the French treasury through crypto transactions.

17/08/2022 11:12 from: Bitcoin News

Cryptocurrency, France, Israel

APENFT to Support Potential Ethereum Hard Fork and NFT Trading on the New Chain

The merge is expected to occur in late September, according to sources. The consensus mechanism upgrade has become the topic of heated debate within the crypto community. These discussions have paved the way for a hard fork of the ETHPoW blockchain as some ...

17/08/2022 11:12 from: Times Tabloid

Cryptocurrency, Ethereum, Fork, Non-fungible token

Next Cryptocurrency To Explode in 2022 – Why Should You Look Out For Decentraland, Solana, and Persystic Token

Find out the latest events around three top crypto tokens - Decentraland (MANA), Solana (SOL), and Persystic Token (PSYS).

17/08/2022 10:15 from: Coinpedia

Cryptocurrency, Ethereum, Non-fungible token

State of Crypto in 2030 Predicted by Merchant Machine in Cryptocurrency Global Adoption Findings

Merchant Machine conducted research investigating which countries and cities have the highest growth in cryptocurrency use, and more.

17/08/2022 07:13 from: The Fintech Times

2030, Cryptocurrency, Digital currency

BTC/USD Forecast: Bitcoin Pulls Back Again

The BTC/USD currency pair pulled back a bit on Tuesday as we continue to see Bitcoin pullback from the crucial $25000 level the $25000 level.

17/08/2022 06:14 from: DailyForex.com

Analysis, Bitcoin, Cryptocurrency, Ethereum, Market sentiment, United States Dollar

Australia: ASIC chair raises concerns about growing rate of risk-negligent 'crypto' investors

The Australian regulator surveyed 1053 retail investors, and up to 44% noted having investments in digital currencies, which spells the growing interest in digital currencies amongst the populace.

17/08/2022 06:14 from: CoinGeek

Australian Securities and Investments Commission, Cryptocurrency, Report

Get Free Bonus Tokens From Persystic Token If You Missed The Dip Of Solana And Cardano

The crypto market has always been on a roller coaster ride. Especially in the recent market crash backed by economic downturn and pandemic-led inflation worldwide, almost all cryptocurrencies had their new all-time lows.

17/08/2022 06:13 from: Mid-Day

Cryptocurrency, Ethereum, Media, Society

Nukplan (NKPL) Is Now Available for Trading on LBank Exchange

INTERNET CITY, DUBAI, Aug. 16, 2022 – LBank Exchange, a global digital asset trading platform, has listed Nukplan (NKPL) on August 16, 2022. For all users.

17/08/2022 05:12 from: newsbtc.com

Cryptocurrency, Exchange, Media

Citi Names IBM Exec Ryan Rugg, FinTech Veteran David Cunningham to TTS Digital Team

Citi has named Wall Street Ryan Rugg as its global head of digital assets for treasury and trade solutions and David Cunningham as director of strategic partner development.

17/08/2022 05:10 from: pymnts.com

Asset, Citigroup, Cryptocurrency, Digital asset, Financial services, IBM

Ethereum's Proposed Hardfork ETHW Is Freezing Liquidity Pools: Here's Why

The team behind a proposed fork of the Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) blockchain to retain its Proof-of-Work (PoW) mining consensus has advised users to withdraw their ETH from DeFi protocols and decentralized exchanges (DEXes).

17/08/2022 04:11 from: Benzinga

Cryptocurrency, Ethereum, Fork, Proof of stake, Proof of work

DOJ, IRS Target Tax-Evading Clients of Crypto Broker SFOX

The DOJ and IRS have received clearance to issue a “John Doe” summons to SFOX, seeking the transaction history of suspected tax cheats.

17/08/2022 04:11 from: Decrypt

Cryptocurrency, Internal Revenue Service

Celsius is conducting its own misconduct investigation as customers tell a bankruptcy court that the company's ...

A special committee for bankrupt crypto lender Celsius is investigating "allegations of misconduct," at the company, a lawyer for Celsius said Tuesday. Joshua Sussberg of Kirkland & Ellis, the lawyer representing Celsius, said in a bankruptcy hearing ...

17/08/2022 04:10 from: Business Insider

Celsius Network, Cryptocurrency

Crypto woes force Phat Loot to delay Kickstarter-backed game

Angry Kickstarter backers unhappy with the move, and co-founder retracts refund promise. Untamed Isles has been two years in development. Fiona ...

17/08/2022 03:12 from: The National Business Review

Cryptocurrency, Kickstarter, New Zealand

OCC calls for collaboration to safeguard against cybercrime

Evolving cybersecurity threats are putting critical operations at risk and highlighting the need for collaboration among public- and private-sector st...

17/08/2022 01:12 from: Banking Exchange

Cryptocurrency, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, United States Senator

Digital Currency Group files for its first in-house lobbying registration

The Digital Currency Group, one of the crypto industry's largest venture capital firms, wades into the realm of lobbying following its recently filed registration.

17/08/2022 01:12 from: Kitco NEWS

Bitcoin, Cryptocurrency, Digital Currency Group

Could a Lack of US Initiative Block Progress in the Crypto Space?

It's no secret that the deadlock in Washington is wreaking havoc on progress. However, the U.S.'s ability to regulate and innovate the future of the world's digital economy is paramount.

16/08/2022 22:11 from: Newsweek

Central bank, Central Bank Digital Currency, Cryptocurrency, Federal Reserve System, Finance, Regulation, Stablecoin

Banks and Asset Managers Chart Different Crypto Paths

While crypto optimism is on the rise amongst asset managers as of late, banks remain mixed about the digital asset class with some accelerating adoption while others are still on the sidelines. finews.com reviews the two industries' different crypto ...

16/08/2022 20:12 from: finews.com

Cryptocurrency, Finance

Praggnanandhaa beats Firouzja in FTX Crypto Cup chess

MIAMI, Aug 16: Teenage Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa on Tuesday opened his campaign in the FTX Crypto Cup, the American finale of Champions Chess Tour, with a 2.5-1.5 win over the world's top junior player Alireza Firouzja.

16/08/2022 20:12 from: Daily Excelsior

Alireza Firouzja, Chess, Cryptocurrency, India, Magnus Carlsen, Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa

PIP Payments Protocol Integrates Binance Ecosystem Coins BNB, BUSD

PIP, leading vendor of blockchain-based payments solutions, explodes into BNB Chain (BSC) ecosystem.

16/08/2022 19:11 from: U.Today

Binance, Cryptocurrency, Ecosystem

Infinity Skies Launched Demo With $5000 Giveaway

Infinity Skies has dropped a brand new demo for its castle-building community as it introduces a bunch of new and hot features to the game.

16/08/2022 17:12 from: eGamers.io

Cryptocurrency, Non-fungible token

The Paradox Metaverse to Bring NFT Staking with $PARA Coin in Latest P2E Game

London, UK, Aug. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Paradox Studios latest P2E Game based on blockchain, The Paradox Metaverse will facilitate NFT Staking...

16/08/2022 17:11 from: GlobeNewswire

Cryptocurrency, GlobeNewswire, Metaverse, Non-fungible token

Consumer watchdog group calls out Paris Hilton, Justin Bieber, and other celebs for shilling NFTs

Justin Bieber, Paris Hilton, and 17 other celebrities for promoting non-fungible tokens (NFTs) without revealing what they stand to gain from those promotions.

16/08/2022 16:12 from: Crypto News Flash

Cryptocurrency, Justin Bieber, Non-fungible token, Paris Hilton

SEC Charges Dragonchain for Selling Unregistered Securities

Dragonchain founder Joe Roets and three associated entities are being charged by the SEC for allegedly selling unregistered securities.

16/08/2022 16:12 from: Crypto Briefing

Cryptocurrency, Dragonchain, Initial coin offering, Security, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

Monero Outperforms After Successful Hardfork

Monero gained significant bullish momentum after the privacy blockchain underwent a major upgrade to boost security features.

16/08/2022 16:12 from: Crypto Briefing

Cryptocurrency, Dogecoin, Monero

Kraken CEO Expects Challenge to Tornado Cash Sanctions

Kraken CEO Jesse Powell says the US Treasury's sanctions on Tornado Cash is an overreaction. Speaking with Matt Miller and Kailey Leinz on "Bloomberg Crypto," he adds that he is still very bullish on Bitcoin. Powell also declines to comment on the ...

16/08/2022 15:13 from: Bloomberg

Cryptocurrency, Kraken

Nukplan (NKPL) Is Now Available for Trading on LBank Exchange

INTERNET CITY, DUBAI, Aug. 16, 2022 – LBank Exchange, a global digital asset trading platform, has listed Nukplan (NKPL) on August 16, 2022. For all users of.

16/08/2022 14:13 from: bitcoinist.com

Cryptocurrency, Exchange

Crypto-focused venture firm Dragonfly acquires hedge fund

Previously the venture firm had also increased its exposure to the digital asset sector via multiple private investment rounds. It had closed a $650 million funding round in April in a bid ot extend its crypto portfolio. The ...

16/08/2022 13:13 from: Forbes India

Cryptocurrency, Hedge fund, Investment fund, Sequoia, Venture capital

IBAT launches on PANCAKESWAP- Urvashi Rautela & Irfan Pathan to mark the launch event!

As a platform for fantasy video games, Battle Infinity has developed into a reliable player among 2022's crypto currencies.

16/08/2022 13:13 from: Mid-Day

Cryptocurrency, Exchange, Irfan Pathan, Urvashi Rautela

Icetea Labs, Polygon and Alpha Venture DAO Announce Inaugural Web3 Accelerator Program for SEA Region

Web3 leading incubator Icetea Labs has announced the creation of its inaugural Web3 Accelerator Program in conjunction with Polygon.

16/08/2022 12:17 from: MarTech Series

Cryptocurrency, Decentralized autonomous organization, Startup accelerator, Venture capital

Federal Reserve Releases New Guidelines for Crypto Banks

Up until now, American financial institutions that wanted to conduct both crypto transactions and traditional banking services have had to pick a lane. That may soon change. The Federal Reserve released formal guidelines this afternoon to oversee the ...

16/08/2022 09:14 from: Decrypt

Central bank, Cryptocurrency, Federal Reserve System, Finance, Financial technology

BBC Chair Linked to Russian Oligarch's Crypto Firm

The BBC's Chairman, Richard Sharp, reportedly invested in a company linked to a now-sanctioned Russian Oligarch; Sharp is not considered to have breached the UK's current sanctions nor to have committed any wrongdoing.

16/08/2022 08:15 from: Blockworks

BBC, Business oligarch, Cayman Islands, Cryptocurrency, Russia, Russian oligarchs, Vladimir Potanin