Tag: eth
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Bank of Singapore Says Cryptocurrencies “Could Replace Gold as a Store of Value” but Unlikely to Displace Fiat Currencies
A new research note released by the Bank of Singapore (BOS) suggests that cryptocurrencies are more likely to replace gold as a store of value. However, the note says it is unlikely that such digital currencies can replace fiat currencies even as their appeal grows. Inefficient Unit of Exchange According to the research note, it…
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Bahrain central bank licenses Sharia-compliant crypto exchange
Bahrain-based crypto exchange CoinMENA acquired a major license ahead of its launch in several countries including the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
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Blockchain-based COVID-19 passports to begin trials in Q1
Blockchain-based digital passports containing a traveler’s COVID-19 testing and vaccination status will begin pilots in the next month.
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Diginex’s EQUOS exchange eyes liquidity boost with GSR partnership
Diginex’s CEO says the partnership promotes his vision of creating a safe, reputable and conflict-free trading environment for crypto assets.
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Virginia tech firm offers staff option to get paid in Bitcoin, Ether
The company will allow employees to defer a portion of their salary and receive it as part of a savings plan, denominated in either Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash or Ether.
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Former UK Cybersecurity Chief Says Laws Needed to Stop Ransomware Payouts
“People are paying bitcoin to criminals and claiming back cash” via insurance claims, Ciaran Martin said.
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‘Spectacular bust’ for stocks: 5 things to watch in Bitcoin this week
Equities markets may have just weeks before a major reset, one analyst warns amid claims that institutional Bitcoin interest is faltering.
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Ethereum (ETH) rockets to new all-time high despite apathy in Bitcoin price
Ethereum just rocketed to a new all-time high despite the apathy in the Bitcoin price, which fell toward $30,000 on Sunday morning. The price of ETH is up 15 percent in the past 24 hours, making it one of the top-performing crypto assets in the top 100 by market capitalization, according to CryptoSlate market data.…
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Crypto Exchange Giant Coinbase to Sell Shares Privately Ahead of Public Offering
According to a recent report, the San Francisco-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is purportedly planning to sell stock on Nasdaq’s private market ahead of the initial public offering (IPO). Coinbase reportedly notified shareholders that they will receive information pertaining to the private sale this week. Reports Indicate That Coinbase May Sell Shares via the Nasdaq Private…
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Should I Buy Bitcoin? — Switzerland’s Largest Bank UBS Provides Guidance on BTC Investing
Switzerland’s largest bank, UBS, has published guidance for clients about investing in bitcoin. The bank answers some important questions, such as whether one should buy bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies and whether bitcoin can be used to diversify portfolios. ‘Should I buy’ Bitcoin? UBS Answers UBS published a detailed report about bitcoin last week. It answers…