Global Microsoft Windows failure possibly linked to a CrowdStrike software update has disrupted critical services worldwide, hitting banks with widespread online banking outages and grounding flights. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/microsoft-windows-data-blackout-downs-major-financial-firms-airlines?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Month: July 2024
Hamster Kombat users targeted by phishing attacks and fake airdrops
Cryptocurrency scammers are trying to bank on the viral popularity of the Telegram-based clicker game, by staging fraudulent airdrops. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/hamster-kombat-phishing-scams-fake-airdrops?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
KPMG to help US crypto firms uphold reporting standards
KPMG formed a strategic alliance with Cryptio to help crypto firms in the United States adhere to GAAP compliance, enhancing accounting and reporting practices. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/kpmg-cryptio-us-crypto-reporting?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Winklevoss Twins Donate $1 Million to Elizabeth Warren Rival John Deaton
The Winklevoss twins, Tyler and Cameron, founders of Gemini and Winklevoss Capital, have donated $1 million to support the campaign of pro-crypto candidate John Deaton in the state of Massachusetts. Both stated that their goal with this donation is to help Deaton beat Sen. Elizabeth Warren, who has an anti-crypto stance. On X, Tyler explained […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/winklevoss-twins-donate-1-million-to-elizabeth-warren-rival-john-deaton/
Spot Ether ETFs ‘unlikely to be dramatic’ but would get steady capital — Binance CEO
Binance CEO Richard Teng highlighted that the spot Ether ETFs could provide a stable and substantial influx of capital over time. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/spot-ether-etfs-steady-capital-binance-ceo?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
HK bank supports nation's regulatory goals with reserve services
This development aligns with the city’s regulatory goals and represents a forward-thinking approach to integrating traditional banking with cutting-edge financial technologies. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/za-bank-stablecoin-reserve-services-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
K9 Finance Validator and Token LIVE on Shiba Inu Blockchain
K9 Finance DAO, a pioneering decentralized autonomous organization dedicated to advancing decentralized finance (DeFi) solutions, proudly announces the successful launch of its validator on the Shiba Inu Layer 2 (L2) mainnet. Concurrently, the DAO introduces its KNINE token on the Shibarium blockchain, leveraging the official ShibaSwap platform for liquidity and trading. Integrating K9 Finance DAO’s […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/k9-finance-validator-and-token-live-on-shiba-inu-blockchain/
Bitcoin 'crazy tight' Bollinger Bands point to $190K BTC price target
Bitcoin volatility cues have only been so skewed in bulls’ favor twice in its history, analysis of the weekly BTC price chart concludes. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-crazy-tight-bollinger-bands-190k-btc-price?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
$520B state-owned Italian bank trials digital bonds on Polygon
The trial was part of an initiative set up by the European Central Bank to identify how blockchains can facilitate central bank money settlement. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/italian-bank-27-million-dollar-digital-bond-transfer-polygon?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Bitrue Ventures launches Web3-focused $40M investment fund
Bitrue Ventures’ new fund aims to support Web3 startups with up to $200,000 in investment, offering extensive industry resources. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitrue-ventures-launches-40-million-web3-fund?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound