Crypto Kidnappings Trigger New Wave of Security Measures
A string of kidnappings involving cryptocurrency executives has prompted some unique new security measures. As CNBC reported Saturday…
The race to embrace stablecoins heats up on Wall Street
The race to embrace stablecoins is heating up, with major issuer Circle (CRCL) soaring in its first days…
Crypto Rulemaking Has FinTech Rushing in, TradFi Waiting to See
Highlights Companies across payments and banking are moving forward with stablecoin initiatives, balancing innovation with regulatory risk in…
Banks ‘Very Interested’ in Stablecoin Use
Payments firm Stripe has reportedly held initial talks with banks about using stablecoins. As Bloomberg News reported Friday…
Exodus, Worldpay Team on Crypto Purchases With Cards
Exodus said Thursday (May 29) that Worldpay supplies the card payment capabilities used in its new solution that…
EU central bank sees crypto adoption growth. Raises stability concerns – Ledger Insights
For years central banks have been discussing whether cryptocurrencies represent a financial stability risk. The usual conclusion is…
South African High Court rules cryptocurrency not subject to capital controls – Ledger Insights
Last week the South African High Court ruled that cryptocurrencies are not subject to the country’s exchange controls.…
Big Banks Eye Crypto, But Can Smaller Lenders Win Retail Wallet?
Highlights Banks are shifting into crypto as U.S. regulators and lawmakers signal that new rules are imminent. JPMorgan,…
Crypto Advisory Council Coming to New York City
NEW YORK — The city of New York is launching a digital assets advisory council to bring fintech…
How Revisions to GENIUS Act Could Impact US Stablecoin Market
Highlights U.S. lawmakers are debating the GENIUS Act, which aims to create a regulatory framework for dollar-backed stablecoins,…
New Hampshire lawmakers to vote on deregulating cryptocurrency mining
If enacted, House Bill 639 would forbid state agencies and local officials from regulating cryptocurrency mining. (Photo by…
Why Central Banks Are Piloting Policy Tools for Blockchain
Highlights The Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s Project Pine demonstrated that central banks can effectively implement monetary…