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Bitkub deal likely to hurt small cryptocurrency operators
Business, Published on 04/11/2021
» SCBx Group's acquisition of Bitkub looks likely to cause pain for small cryptocurrency operators as it may significantly boost the exchange's market share, which currently stands at 90%, thanks to the bank's large capital reserves and customer base.
New York's mayor-elect promotes city-themed cryptocurrency
AFP, Published on 09/11/2021
» NEW YORK - New York Mayor-elect Eric Adams on Monday promoted a new cryptocurrency in the colors of his city to be launched Wednesday, following up on his promised commitment to digital currencies.
EU parliament approves world's most sweeping cryptocurrency rules
AFP, Published on 21/04/2023
» STRASBOURG, France: The European Parliament approved the world's first comprehensive rules to regulate the "Wild West" world of cryptocurrencies on Thursday, hoping to protect investors against abuse and manipulation.
Chinese police nab suspects after $87 mn cryptocurrency theft
AFP, Published on 20/08/2018
» BEIJING - Chinese police have arrested three suspects alleged to have stolen assets worth 600 million yuan ($87 million) through hacking, state media reported Sunday, as cyber criminals target holders of bitcoin and other virtual currencies.
Cryptocurrency firm shatters record for Hong Kong office rent
Published on 22/08/2018
» BitMEX, a trading platform for bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, has rented the entire 45th floor of the Cheung Kong Center for HK$225 (940 baht) per square foot per month, making it the most expensive office in Hong Kong.
Bitcoin falls off cliff again as cryptocurrency slump deepens
Published on 06/09/2018
» Cryptocurrencies dropped sharply for the second time in less than 24 hours, sinking towards a nine-month low amid concern that broader adoption of digital assets will take longer than some anticipated.
Facebook firm in its quest to launch Libra cryptocurrency
AFP, Published on 25/07/2019
» SAN FRANCISCO - Facebook chief executive Mark Zuckerberg on Wednesday reaffirmed his commitment to the social network's quest to launch Libra cryptocurrency despite pushback from governments and critics.
US regulators block Telegram from raising funds through cryptocurrency
AFP, Published on 12/10/2019
» NEW YORK: US securities regulators won an emergency court order Friday to block the messaging application Telegram Group from raising funds by selling unregistered cryptocurrency to investors.
With 'Libra,' Facebook takes on the world of cryptocurrency
AFP, Published on 18/06/2019
» SAN FRANCISCO - Facebook unveiled plans Tuesday for a new global cryptocurrency called Libra, pledging to bring a stable virtual money that lives on smartphones and brings the "unbanked" billions into the financial system.
US sanctions cryptocurrency exchange over ties to ransomware attacks
AFP, Published on 21/09/2021
» WASHINGTON - The United States imposed sanctions Tuesday on cryptocurrency exchange SUEX for its ties to ransomware attackers, as Washington seeks to crack down on digital crime.