Bithumb assures crypto ‘assets are safe’ amid $13M EOS hack
South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb is assuring investors that their funds are safe after a hack that reportedly led to the loss of 3 million EOS worth $13 million.
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Hong Kong regulator reminds investors to be wary of security tokens
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission has warned about the risks involved with security token offerings investment, noting that those issuing STOs have to be licensed or registered in Hong Kong.
Börse Stuttgart teams up with Axel Springer for crypto trading venue
Germany’s second-largest stock exchange, Börse Stuttgart, is launching a cryptocurrency trading venue that will cater to both retail and institutional investors.
7 linked to crypto ransom racket busted in Pakistan
A gang was busted in Pakistan that was demanding Bitcoin Core (BTC) for ransom, according to reports.
Blockchain-based diamond exchange CEDEX opens for business
A new diamond exchange by the name of CEDEX has just opened, for those wishing to invest in the diamond sector. In fact, $50 million worth of diamonds have already been listed.
Ukrainian man accused of cryptojacking his own websites
Cybercrime is apparently alive and well in Ukraine, as an individual has been utilizing his own websites as a means to rake in illegal cryptocurrency revenue.
Binance partners with IdentityMind for KYC compliance
The exchange has previously partnered with Chainalysis, but the partnership with IdentityMind makes it so that Binance can work harder to meet regulations all around the world.
Bank of America’s tech chief not so sure about blockchain
Cathy Bessant, the tech and operations chief for Bank of America, stated in an interview with CNBC that she is “open-minded” about blockchain, but admitted to being “bearish” when it comes to her own private sentiment.
For the economy: Tim Draper urges Argentina to legalize cryptocurrency
In a meeting with Argentinean President Mauricio Macri, the venture capitalist reportedly said he would double his investments in Argentina if the peso gained value at a higher rate than Bitcoin.
Yahoo-backed crypto exchange launching soon in Japan
The exchange has a high-profile backer in YJFX, a subsidiary of Yahoo Japan, and was formerly known as BitARG before it rebranded to Taotao.
Odyssey blockchain hackathon seeks prototypes to address ‘societal challenges’
The Netherlands is continuing its Odyssey tradition for the third year, where all sorts of talented individuals will gather to tackle societal challenges by offering solutions through emerging technologies.
Twitch ditches BTC, BCHABC crypto payment options
A Reddit user pointed out that both BTC and BCHABC were no longer an option when it comes to paying for Twitch subscriptions.