Zürcher Kantonalbank (ZKB), Switzerland’s largest cantonal bank, has partnered with Crypto Finance AG to offer crypto asset brokerage services. By partnering with Crypto Finance AG, ZKB gains access to an experienced and regulated partner with deep industry expertise in the crypto space. This partnership marks a significant step towards the broader acceptance of cryptocurrencies in […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/swiss-bank-zkb-partners-with-crypto-finance-to-launch-crypto-asset-brokerage/
Month: September 2024
Robinhood Settles with California for $3.9 Million Over Crypto Withdrawal Violations
Robinhood’s crypto arm has agreed to pay $3.9 million after being accused of preventing customers from withdrawing digital assets from their accounts over a four-year period. On Wednesday, the California Department of Justice said it marked the first public action by the regulator against a crypto firm as it continues to exercise its authority under the banner of “protecting consumers.”…
AggLayer will connect all Web3, including L1s like Ether and Solana: Polygon Labs CEO
Polygon’s AggLayer will unite the entire blockchain space to provide “infinite scalability,” according to Polygon Labs’ CEO. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/polygon-agglayer-unify-web3-blockchain?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Sberbank to Join Russia’s Crypto Settlement Pilot This Fall, Executive Reveals
Sberbank, Russia’s largest financial institution, plans to join a cryptocurrency settlement pilot program this fall. The bank also aims to serve clients using digital rubles by 2025. Deputy Chairman Anatoly Popov supports regulatory efforts to legitimize cryptocurrencies for international payments and mining. He highlighted cryptocurrencies as effective payment methods, especially for small businesses, amid global […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/sberbank-to-join-russias-crypto-settlement-pilot-this-fall-executive-reveals/
WIF open interest jumps 16% as trader claims 'nobody is ready' for reversal
Dogwifhat open interest has spiked as its price has been trading below $1.90 since Aug. 25, while a trader points out a potential reversal pattern forming. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/dogwifhat-wif-open-interest-price-reversal-crypto-traders?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Circle VP Warns US Risks Falling Behind in Stablecoin Regulation Amid Political Stalemate
The U.S. risks lagging in stablecoin regulation at the federal level amid competing jurisdictions worldwide, even as the Republican and Democratic parties work to establish clearer rules for the sector. The concern was highlighted by Circle’s Vice President, Yam Ki Chan, in an interview with Decrypt during Korea Blockchain Week on Wednesday, where he discussed global regulatory shifts. “Major jurisdictions…
Bitcoin DeFi TVL will top Ethereum’s within 2 years: Core DAO contributor
Core DAO contributor Brendan Sedo says it’s a “no-brainer” that most of the $1 trillion dollars of capital in the Bitcoin ecosystem will make its way into sidechains and DeFi. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-defi-tvl-top-ethereum-within-2-years-core-dao-contributor?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
US Banking Regulator Calls for Stronger Oversight of Crypto Risks
Acting Comptroller Michael Hsu has emphasized the importance of proactive oversight in managing crypto risks. He cited the 2022 crypto market collapse, with a $2 trillion loss, where effective supervision kept banks stable. Hsu emphasized the need for vigilant supervision as digital assets and fintech increasingly integrate with traditional banking, presenting new challenges and risks. […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/us-banking-regulator-calls-for-stronger-oversight-of-crypto-risks/
Core Blockchain Launches LstBTC for Bitcoin Liquid Staking
The Core Foundation on Thursday unveiled LstBTC, an ERC-20 liquid staking token pegged 1:1 with Bitcoin (BTC), aiming to solve a longstanding dilemma for Bitcoin holders: the choice between earning staking rewards and maintaining liquidity. This allows BTC holders to earn daily rewards in CORE tokens while keeping their Bitcoin liquid for use in decentralized finance (DeFi) applications at the…
Amid Criticism, Central Bank of Argentina Confirms Moving Gold Abroad
In a recent press release, the Central Bank of Argentina acknowledged sending part of its gold holdings abroad, stating that it had “recalibrated” the nation’s gold between its accounts. The institution faced criticism from some lawmakers who are concerned that this gold located abroad might be subject to confiscation due to an embargo order benefiting […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/amid-criticism-central-bank-of-argentina-confirms-moving-gold-abroad/