A report issued by Grant Thornton, a professional services network, has revealed that family offices are eyeing crypto and blockchain to increase their investments in these areas. More than half of the family offices consulted have already invested in digital assets, with 38% allocating less than 1% of their portfolio to these technologies. Grant Thornton…
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In a significant market shift, Bitcoin has soared to $43,500, marking an impressive 2.50% increase. This surge is largely attributed to the persuasive impact of spot Bitcoin ETF filings, which, even before official approvals, have intensified marketing campaigns within the crypto sector. The potential first-place approval of a Bitcoin ETF by the SEC in the…
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Disclaimer: The Industry Talk section features insights by crypto industry players and is not a part of the editorial content of Cryptonews.com. Brimming with potential, the cryptocurrency industry is a bona fide Eden of opportunity, although finding the right cryptos to watch in 2023 can be a confusing task. However, with a systematic approach, it…
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The European Union said Russian nationals from owning or controlling crypto service providers under the bloc’s twelfth package of restrictive measures against the country. According to the EU, diamonds entering its will now have to be traced from “the mine to the finger” and this is set to be done using the blockchain. New Package…
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In a decisive move following a significant security incident, Ledger, a well known crypto hardware wallet manufacturer and security firm, announced a response plan. Approximately $600,000 in assets were stolen from users due to an exploit involving blind signing on EVM decentralized applications (dapps). Ledger detailed on Dec. 20, 2023, that it has vowed to…
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Source: chase4concept/Adobe Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed off on a law that will see the digital ruble incorporated into the nation’s tax code. Per Telesputnik, the new law sees terms like “digital ruble” and “digital ruble wallet” added to the code. The law also allows bailiffs and other court-appointed individuals to “recover” CBDC funds…
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As the digital currency market pulsates with energy, Bitcoin price prediction takes the spotlight, riding on a remarkable 40% surge in trading volume. This burgeoning activity begs the question – is the investment community bracing for a seismic shift in Bitcoin’s trajectory? Amidst a bustling Wednesday, Bitcoin (BTC) solidified its ascent, confidently securing its stance…
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Jim Rickards, a famous economist and investment lawyer, has predicted a year of turmoil for global economies in 2024. According to Rickards, the U.S. Federal Reserve will be unable to pull off a soft landing scenario, prompting a global recession. Also, according to Rickards, a new banking crisis involving medium-sized regional banks will develop. Jim…
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Reflecting Singapore’s progressive stance on digital assets, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has awarded Hashkey Capital Singapore a full Capital Markets Services license, enabling the firm to enhance its fund management services and contribute significantly to the burgeoning blockchain community. Hashkey Capital Singapore Elevates Its Market Presence with New CMS License from MAS In…
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A recent report from the South China Morning Post (SCMP) explains the enabling role that Tether’s USDT has on the underground Chinese-linked economy of Cambodia. The stablecoin is allegedly used in different activities like sidestepping capital controls for Chinese nationals, who can use it as an exchange device to acquire tools to facilitate online scams.…
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