A crypto exchange tied to Silk Road and alleged money laundering schemes now has its operator facing serious federal charges and prison time. Silk Road Connections Resurface as DOJ Targets Crypto Tycoon in $30M Scandal The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Monday that a federal grand jury in Indianapolis has indicted Maximiliano Pilipis, […] Source
US-based crypto exchange Coinbase is now the official cryptocurrency platform and blockchain partner of the NBA’s Golden State Warriors and its home court, the Chase Center. In a statement, the NBA says the deal will give Coinbase a prominent placement at Chase Center, making the firm’s brand visible during broadcast and in the arena. The partnership will offer fans season-long access to on-chain experiences and limited edition merchandise, and additional benefits will also be given to those who sign up for a Coinbase account. Fans who will watch the team’s…
The largest stock exchange in Hong Kong has announced that it will launch a new crypto index to meet the increasing demand for digital assets. In a new announcement, Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) says it will launch its own “Virtual Asset Index Series” on November 15. The index will aim to provide a reliable benchmark for the pricing of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) in the Asian time zone while solving the price differences between the different global exchanges. According to HKEX, the index will be based…
StoneX Group is expanding its services in India with International Bullion Exchange (IIBX) membership and the opening of new offices in the region. According to a report by the firm, StoneX has experienced significant growth since its entry into the Indian market in 2019, now employing over 550 staff in the country as part of a global workforce exceeding 4,300 employees. Expansion in India Commenting about the expansion plan, Greg Kallinikos, APAC CEO at StoneX, said: “India has consistently been at the forefront of technological innovation across various sectors, making…
HONG KONG, Oct. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — RD InnoTech Limited (RD InnoTech), a subsidiary of RD Technologies Group, is steadily advancing the issuance of its HKDR stablecoin. From the outset, RD InnoTech has focused on ensuring HKDR complies with rigorous regulatory standards while preparing for seamless market entry to support international payments and cross-border transactions. On July 18, 2024, RD InnoTech was admitted into the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) stablecoin issuer sandbox, establishing a crucial framework for future compliant operations. RD InnoTech plans to roll out its HKDR stablecoin on…
Cryptocurrency exchange Bitget has appointed Min Lin, former Binance regional vice president for Latin America, as its Chief Business Officer (CBO) as the platform seeks to accelerate its global expansion. Bitget Names Ex-Binance Executive Lin as Chief Business Officer Lin joined Bitget after leading Binance’s Latin American operations, where he played a key role in regulatory compliance and strategic growth. Prior to entering the crypto sector, he served as an executive director in Goldman Sachs’ Global Markets Division for over five years. “We are thrilled to welcome Min to our…
“By offering transparent and reliable real-time benchmarks, we seek to enable investors to make informed investment decisions, which will in turn support the development of the virtual asset ecosystem and reinforce Hong Kong’s role as an international financial center,” said HKEX CEO, Bonnie Y Chan. Source
US-based crypto exchange Kraken has unveiled its Ethereum (ETH) layer-2 blockchain that will be launched on testnet later this year. In a statement, Kraken says the layer-2 blockchain, called Ink, is designed to enable seamless access to decentralized finance (DeFi). The blockchain is built on Optimism’s Superchain, a network of interconnected layer-2 chains powered by the open-source OP stack. “As a natural evolution of our mission, Ink will serve as a seamless bridge to DeFi, empowering users to move onchain with confidence and ease.” Ink says it has all the…
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The World Bank reports that Nigeria lost over $8 billion due to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) refusal to float the naira between 2021 and 2023. This foreign exchange subsidy, along with the fuel subsidy, deprived the government of revenue. The World Bank acknowledges the suffering caused by the government’s policies but insists they […] Source