The U.S. investment watchdog, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has repeatedly turned down Exchange-Traded Funds (ETF) seeking its approval. However, while the U.S. regulators are dragging their feet, their Swiss counterpart seems to be setting the pace. The global cryptocurrency community will welcome the first-ever ETF on a traditional stock exchange. A crypto startup, Amun … Continue reading “Cryptocurrency ETF Approval: The First One Goes Live this Week”
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Austria First Western Nation Issuing Ethereum Blockchain Bonds
Author David CrowderPosted on Categories Bitcoin, Blockchain, Business, Cryptocurrency, EthereumLeave a comment on Austria First Western Nation Issuing Ethereum Blockchain BondsAustria is a beautiful, forward-thinking, and wealthy nation landlocked along the Danube River in the heart of central Europe. In fact, it has risen to prominence most recently for a choice the country made. That choice, the Austrian government will use the public blockchain of Ethereum to issue $1.35 billion (around €1.15 billion) in government … Continue reading “Austria First Western Nation Issuing Ethereum Blockchain Bonds”
Swiss Corporation, SEBA to set up $103 Million Crypto Bank
Author Ian CooperPosted on Categories Business, CryptocurrencyLeave a comment on Swiss Corporation, SEBA to set up $103 Million Crypto BankA start up in Switzerland, SEBA Crypto AG has set aside 100 million Swiss francs ($103 million) to put up a bank . This bank will offer crypto-currency related services. This is according to a Reuters report that went on to say that SEBA aims to become a bridge between traditional banking and the cryptocurrency … Continue reading “Swiss Corporation, SEBA to set up $103 Million Crypto Bank”
Largest Blockchain Conference in Europe Coming to Bulgaria
Author David CrowderPosted on Categories Bitcoin, Blockchain, Business, CryptocurrencyLeave a comment on Largest Blockchain Conference in Europe Coming to BulgariaEastern and Central Europe are places where Bitcoin, cryptocurrencies, and blockchain are really beginning to take off. In fact, among the crypto-verse rising national stars are Estonia, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Austria. Within, the CEE Block Sofia is the largest of the digital universe conferences happening in the region. It comes to Sofia, Bulgaria this fall. … Continue reading “Largest Blockchain Conference in Europe Coming to Bulgaria”
Treat BTC the Way Switzerland Does: Zimbabwe’s Finance Minister
Author Ian CooperPosted on Categories Banking, Bitcoin, Blockchain, Business, Crypto Technology, Cryptocurrency, Law, News, Regulations, UncategorizedLeave a comment on Treat BTC the Way Switzerland Does: Zimbabwe’s Finance MinisterThe finance minister of Zimbabwe has said that the nation should embrace Bitcoin (BTC). This should be done at a state level as is the case in Switzerland. This was according to a report by the local media outlets on September 17. Mthuli Ncube referred to the Swiss Central Bank’s “investment and understanding” in BTC. … Continue reading “Treat BTC the Way Switzerland Does: Zimbabwe’s Finance Minister”
More than 200 Digital Tokens to List on Bittrex-Backed Cryptofacil Exchange
Author David CrowderPosted on Categories Bitcoin, Business, Crypto Exchanges, Cryptocurrency, GeneralLeave a comment on More than 200 Digital Tokens to List on Bittrex-Backed Cryptofacil ExchangeBitrex has been making headlines around the world lately for its progressive moves. The firm has just made another one by partnering with digital assets trading platform Cryptofacil. Together they will co-launch a new cryptocurrency trading platform that boasts more than 200 different digital tokens. In fact, the partnership delivers a unique solution for Latin … Continue reading “More than 200 Digital Tokens to List on Bittrex-Backed Cryptofacil Exchange”
Global Crypto Regulation Possible With Greater Cooperation
Author bittpressPosted on Categories Business, Cryptocurrency, ICO, RegulationsLeave a comment on Global Crypto Regulation Possible With Greater CooperationThere is a greater need for international cooperation between regulators. In fact, it holds the key to have effective regulation in the ICO and crypto industries. These were the thoughts of an official representing the FSS (Financial Supervisory Service) of South Korea. International Cooperation Key for Efficient Regulation The governor of the FSS, Yoon Suk-heun emphasized the … Continue reading “Global Crypto Regulation Possible With Greater Cooperation”
India Sends Officials to Different Countries to Study Crypto and ICOs
Author Jeff McGavinPosted on Categories Bitcoin, Blockchain, BusinessLeave a comment on India Sends Officials to Different Countries to Study Crypto and ICOsIndia is making efforts to understand the crypto and ICO market. The Securities and Exchange Board of India has made to countries like the United States, Switzerland, and Japan for its officials to study digital currencies and Initial Coin Offerings. SEBI which is the Indian financial regulator has stated that it has already undertaken many … Continue reading “India Sends Officials to Different Countries to Study Crypto and ICOs”
