HKEX, a major global exchange group, is launching a new index series for Bitcoin and Ethereum to provide a transparent and reliable benchmark for pricing these cryptocurrencies in the Asian time zone. The index series adheres to EU regulations and aims to foster a dynamic virtual asset ecosystem in Hong Kong. Transparent Benchmark Hong Kong […] Source
Former President Donald Trump’s crypto project, World Liberty Financial, is reportedly planning to issue its own stablecoin, according to Decrypt. The stablecoin is expected to be pegged to the U.S. dollar to maintain a steady value amid the cryptocurrency market’s volatility. Sources close to the project told Decrypt that World Liberty is still assessing how to safely structure the coin before its launch. This new venture follows World Liberty’s recent $14 million initial token sale and coincides with the appointment of Paxos co-founder Rich Teo, who will oversee the project’s…
FV Bank and Visa have partnered to introduce new debit and corporate expense cards, which were announced at Money 20/20 in Las Vegas. FV Bank’s new Visa cards let customers spend fiat and digital assets globally, marking a first in integrated banking and crypto solutions for individuals and businesses. According to the bank, these cards will allow FV Bank customers, both in the U.S. and internationally, to access and spend funds from their traditional USD and digital asset balances, offering global payment options at millions of locations. Fiat or crypto …
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…
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…
“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
The Bank of England cautions it could deploy a digital currency if commercial banks falter, signaling a potential upheaval in the future of money. Digital Payments Showdown: BOE Set to Roll Out CBDC if Banks Slip Behind Bank of England (BOE) Governor Andrew Bailey shared his outlook on the evolution of digital payments in a […] Source CryptoX Portal
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…
“Over the last 10 years, no one has managed to build a high-performance blockchain. I think the incentives in the space have really skewed people towards short term wins, pumping tokens [and] not actually solving real problems,” he said, adding that average transaction volumes on some chains are in the single digits. Source CryptoX Portal
Ava Protocol, the event-driven EigenLayer Active Validated Service (AVS), has seen notable growth since launching in July. The Web3 automation provider reported a significant increase in demand for its “super-transactions” solution ahead of its token launch. Web3 Automation Provider Sees 900% Demand Increase Ava protocol reported a 900% surge in demand for its blockchain automation solution. The EigenLayer AVS offers Web3 infrastructure to support cross-chain automation, enabling composable autonomous transactions and allowing developers to deploy dApps rapidly. The protocol records $3 billion in restaked assets since launching on EigenLayer’s mainnet four months…