Category: Virtual Currency

  • Wazirx CEO on 2020 Outlook, RBI Ban, Crypto Regulation for India

    The Indian crypto community has had an eventful year, with a bill on the horizon, the RBI ban’s supreme court hearing, and the community’s efforts toward positive crypto regulation. News.Bitcoin.com interviewed Nischal Shetty, CEO of local crypto exchange Wazirx, about what the Indian crypto industry could expect in the year 2020 and a wide range…

  • Indian Government’s Institute Offers Blockchain Training in Multiple Cities

    The National Power Training Institute, under India’s Ministry of Power, is offering blockchain training in multiple cities throughout the country. Participants will learn about blockchain technology, its use cases, smart contracts, Ethereum, cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, and even mining. Also read: Regulatory Roundup – New US Crypto Bill, France’s 1st Approved ICO, Muslim Crypto National Training Institute’s…

  • Shenzhen Stock Exchange Launches Index of Top 50 Blockchain Public Companies

    Shenzhen Stock Exchange Launches Index of Top 50 Blockchain Public Companies

    The Shenzhen Stock Exchange has launched a blockchain index comprising 50 of the largest publicly listed companies with blockchain ventures by market capitalization. Blockchain-related stocks in China have been gaining value since President Xi Jinping openly advocated for the technology. Also read: Regulatory Roundup – New US Crypto Bill, France’s 1st Approved ICO, Muslim Crypto…

  • Japan Hosting World Conference to Discuss Decentralized Financial Governance

    Japan Hosting World Conference to Discuss Decentralized Financial Governance

    Following the consensus reached at the G20 leaders’ summit on the importance of discussing better governance for the decentralized financial ecosystem, Japan’s top financial regulator is hosting a global blockchain conference to discuss the subject. The regulator is welcoming stakeholders from around the world to participate, including other regulators, open-source software developers, university researchers, and…

  • Banking Platform Cashaa Sees Indian Trading Volume Soar, Adding 5 More Cryptocurrencies

    Banking Platform Cashaa Sees Indian Trading Volume Soar, Adding 5 More Cryptocurrencies

    Banking services platform Cashaa has seen significant growth in crypto trading volume in India since it began offering INR deposits and withdrawals. The platform has cut its fees by more than 50% and is getting ready to add five more cryptocurrencies for users in India, Cashaa has shared with news.Bitcoin.com. Also read: Regulatory Roundup –…

  • Boerse Stuttgart and SBI Partner to Expand Crypto Services in Europe and Asia

    Boerse Stuttgart and SBI Partner to Expand Crypto Services in Europe and Asia

    Germany’s second-largest stock exchange and a major financial services group in Japan have partnered to expand their crypto operations in Europe and Asia. Boerse Stuttgart recently launched its crypto trading platform while SBI has been expanding its crypto business operations for several years. Also read: Regulatory Roundup: Crypto ‘Inevitable’ in India, China Rankings, NY Streamlines…

  • Judge Rules Snowden Must Give Book Proceeds to US Government

    Judge Rules Snowden Must Give Book Proceeds to US Government

    A U.S. district judge has ruled that former intelligence contractor Edward Snowden must turn over the proceeds of his new book to the U.S. government. According to the ruling, Snowden failed to obtain clearance for the materials and information used in his book. The same judge previously ruled against Kim Dotcom and Megaupload. Also read:…

  • Iran, Turkey, Malaysia Discuss Creating Unified Muslim Cryptocurrency

    Iran, Turkey, Malaysia Discuss Creating Unified Muslim Cryptocurrency

    At a summit attended by leaders of Muslim countries, including Malaysia, Turkey, Iran, Qatar, and Indonesia, the Iranian president proposed creating a Muslim cryptocurrency to cut reliance on the U.S. dollar. The Malaysian prime minister supports the idea of a unified cryptocurrency for Muslim countries. Also read: Regulatory Roundup: Crypto ‘Inevitable’ in India, China Rankings,…

  • Chinese Regulators Question 8 Crypto Companies in Shenzhen

    Chinese Regulators Question 8 Crypto Companies in Shenzhen

    Authorities in Shenzhen have started pressuring crypto businesses operating in China’s tech capital. Eight companies, two suspected operators of trading platforms, and six entities allegedly associated with coin offerings, have been placed under inquiry, Chinese media revealed, with authorities reportedly questioning their representatives at a meeting hosted by Shenzhen Financial Regulatory Bureau. Also read: Crypto…

  • Erisx Launches Regulated Bitcoin Futures Market

    Erisx Launches Regulated Bitcoin Futures Market

    Crypto trading platform Erisx has launched a bitcoin futures market regulated by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Its physically settled bitcoin futures contracts trade alongside its spot market which supports four cryptocurrencies. Erisx has obtained a license from the U.S. Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and is currently approved to operate in 44…