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Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous Bitcoin inventor and developer, published the white paper "Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System" in 2009. In it, Nakamoto presented an idea for a peer-to-peer, decentralized, internet-native payment infrastructure that would operate independently of traditional banking systems. Its value, negl...
21 December 2023 /payments /crypto Bitcoin payments
Janine Grainger CEO at Easy Crypto
As the holiday season approaches, so do the inevitable gatherings around the Christmas table to enjoy festive feasts and family discussion. For crypto enthusiasts, these gatherings can sometimes feel like a battleground of scepticism and misinformation, as family and friends pose questions that range from the curious to the downright absurd… From ...
12 December 2023 /crypto
Ghazi Ben Amor VP - Corporate Development at Zama
In 2024, the European Union will become the first major jurisdiction in the world to formally adopt a series of comprehensive laws and regulations governing the cryptocurrency sector. Named the Markets in Crypto Assets regulation, or MiCA for short, its arrival has been broadly greeted with enthusiasm. The new system establishes harmonised rules
11 December 2023 /crypto Cryptocurrency Insights
Ronen Cojocaru CEO and Co-Founder at 8081.io
The recent paradigm shift towards a more regulated and trustworthy environment by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lays an important foundation for retail users and institutions to wholeheartedly re-embrace the emerging era of digital assets and spark renewed interest in ETFs. To comprehend what is driving this it is crucial to rea...
05 December 2023 /regulation /crypto Cryptocurrency Insights
Carlo R.W. De Meijer Owner and Economist at MIFSA
Since I started writing blogs on blockchain it has become a tradition for me to dedicate my yearly last blog on describing the key trends we may expect for the next year. And I am sure, 2024 will be a great year for this technology from various aspects. As we step into the new year, we are at the point of some exciting developments that are set to...
27 November 2023 /crypto Blockchain Observations
Yuliya Barabash Managing Partner at SBSB Fintech Lawyers
The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced the transition to the preparatory phase of the digital euro project, marking a significant step in the evolution of the modern financial system. Consequently, the concept of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) is becoming increasingly demanded. It represents an electronic form of the national curren...
23 November 2023 /crypto /markets Banking Strategy, Digital and Transformation
Konstantin Rabin Head of Marketing at Kontomatik
In the ever-shifting landscape of technology and finance, businesses are always on the lookout for innovative ways to stay ahead of the competition. One avenue that's been gaining attention is the use of cutting-edge technology, and in this context, the Bitcoin Extractor has emerged as a potentially groundbreaking tool. Bitcoin, the trailblazing c...
14 November 2023 /crypto
Nikolay Denisenko Co-Founder & CTO at Brighty App
As the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) scrutinizes centralized exchanges (CEXs) and Web3-connected banks, the regulatory landscape in the U.S. is murkier than ever. Even given the Grayscale and Ripple’s recent wins over the SEC, the regulators’ stance on crypto-related products and services remains unclear. In contrast, Europe is pushing ...
30 October 2023 /regulation /crypto Cryptocurrency Insights
Blockchain technology has gained significant attention in recent years. This due to its decentralised nature and potential applications across various industries. But there are still a number of issues that are limiting its uptake by various industries esp. the financial sector. By far the most widely recognised problematic issue is that of intero...
30 October 2023 /crypto Blockchain Observations
John Bertrand MD at Tec 8 Limited
The Michael Lewis book, Going Infinite, The Rise And Fall of A New Tycoon and Erica Stanford’s earlier book Cyber Wars, reflect an accurate but disturbing picture of this unregulated market. At times, the market appears to be a huge Ponzi Scam: The Z/Yen Group believes over 60% of the cyber coins on offer are fake. In the UK, 80% of Bank Accoun...
30 October 2023 /crypto /crime Innovation in Financial Services
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