Day: January 4, 2023

UK looks for a crypto crime fighter with a $50K salary

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The United Kingdom’s National Crime Agency (NCA) is taking measures to increase its focus on cryptocurrency crimes and combat criminals. NCA’s cyber-focused command, the National Cyber Crime Unit (NCCU), is launching a dedicated cryptocurrency unit to investigate U.K. cyber incidents involving the use of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC). Called “NCCU Crypto Cell,” the crypto-focused unit will initially contain five officers dedicated to “proactive cryptocurrency remit.” “This is a really exciting opportunity which involves working in a team at the forefront of protecting the U.K. from cyber crime,” NCA infrastructure investigations…

First Mover Americas: Bankman-Fried Pleads Not Guilty

CryptoX – Cryptocurrency Analysis and News Portal The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Jan. 4, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Original Source The post First Mover Americas: Bankman-Fried Pleads Not Guilty appeared first on CryptoX. CryptoX Portal

The Top 5 Crypto Projects That Could Pay Off Big This Christmas

Exploring the cryptocurrency market, especially around Christmas, requires being security-aware. Investors should search for projects that have undergone security testing, like the meme currency Big Eyes Coin (BIG) or Bitcoin, with user-verified safety recommendations, as doing otherwise could put them at risk. An economy that operates anonymously and with no supervision via the Internet breeds lots of rug-pulls, and other criminal activities, therefore it’s critical to understand how to spot warning signs in projects and initiatives to steer clear of a safe investment. In this article, we’ll examine the characteristics…

Nigerian Crypto Exchange Roqqu Gets European Union Virtual Currency License – Regulation Bitcoin News

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The Nigerian crypto exchange Roqqu recently announced that it obtained a virtual currency license that allows it to offer its services in 28 European countries. According to Israel Ololade, the head of product at Roqqu, the European Union license “aligns with the brand’s drive to become the number one blockchain and crypto company globally.” Crypto Adoption Lags Behind in Europe The Nigeria-based cryptocurrency exchange Roqqu was recently granted a European Union (EU) virtual currency license, enabling it to offer its services to users in 28 European countries, a statement released…

TikTok Parent ByteDance Cuts Several Hundred Jobs in China

TikTok-parent ByteDance said that these job cuts come as part of the company’s plans to streamline operations. As per the latest reports, ByteDance, the parent firm of the social media platform TikTok has cut hundreds of jobs across multiple departments by the end of 2022. TikTok has reportedly joined the list of companies that have been on a lay-off spree recently. Two sources familiar with the matter told SCMP that the layoffs come as TikTok plans to streamline its operations. ByteDance Cutting Jobs This move has also affected employees at…