DeFi project Harvest exploited for over $24 million
The DeFi protocol Harvest ($FARM) has been exploited for over $24 million dollars; this is the latest DeFi attack to take place this year.
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Russia requires officials to declare digital currency holdings from 2021
Russian government officials will now have to include their digital currency holdings when they report their annual income.
Kenyan central bank exploring CBDCs, digital currency regulation
The Central Bank of Kenya is in discussions with other central banks globally regarding the introduction of a central bank digital currency.
BSV Stories – Episode 3: A special report on Switzerland’s Crypto Valley
In this new episode of BSV Stories, CoinGeek’s Natalie Mason explores Zug, Switzerland—a small historic town that’s home to some of the world’s largest corporations.
Chinese consumers spend 8.8 million in digital yuan trial
Equivalent to around $1.3 million in spend, Shenzhen residents reportedly turn to the as-yet-unreleased digital currency for payments in a variety of everyday settings.
Brazil readies state-backed digital bank for IPO
Brazil’s federal government is reportedly in advanced stages of planning the initial offering of shares in the freshly created Caixa Econômica Federal.
Tether pulls support for Peter McCormack in Craig Wright libel case following discovery
Tether is pulling its support for Peter McCormack in Craig Wright’s libel suit, CoinGeek has learned.
Nigeria drafts blockchain and digital currency adoption roadmap
The roadmap breaks down how blockchain has changed the trust paradigm, its adoption in Nigeria so far, how the government intends on applying it and how it integrates with other emerging technologies.
New Zealand central bank chief says ‘no plans’ for CBDC
There are currently no imminent plans to launch a central bank digital currency in New Zealand, according to a Reserve Bank of New Zealand senior executive.
Philippines central bank says no imminent digital currency
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas said significantly more research was required before it would champion a digital peso.
It’s Satoshi Nakamoto’s birthday!
Today Satoshi Nakamoto, whose government name is Craig Steven Wright, turns 50 years old—half a century! Beyond the birthday, the birth and evolution of Bitcoin over the years is just as impressive.
The CoinGeek Pulse: Episode 17
FinCEN has penalized Larry Dean Harmon, operator of coin tumblers Helix and Coin Ninja, on charges of violating the Bank Secrecy Act and its implementing regulations.
IMF: CBDCs give more control, but don’t solve every problem
While the technology may deliver benefits for policymakers, there were many crises CBDCs could not fix, according to the International Monetary Fund.
Bank of Canada seeks new lead for CBDC initiative
The candidate’s duties will include monitoring developments on CBDCs, digital payments and financial technologies around the world, as well as researching the technology.
Emirex adds BSV/BTC trading pair
Emirex, the Dubai-based digital currency exchange, has added a BSV/BTC trading pair, this is the third BSV pair that Emirex has added to their exchange.
BitMEX moves deadline for user verification
BitMEX's executives are confident in the future of the exchange and its ability to comply with existing laws around digital currency exchanges.
SEC and Kik propose $5M settlement to end ICO feud
If approved by the court, the settlement will “permanently enjoin Kik from committing future violations of the Securities Act of 1933” and require Kik to pay a penalty of $5 million.
BSV Stories Zug coming to YouTube on October 26
In this latest episode of BSV Stories, CoinGeek’s Natalie Mason explores Switzerland’s Crypto Valley, the home of many digital currency and blockchain focused businesses.
Theory of Bitcoin covers the Bitcoin whitepaper, line by line
The in-depth educational series featuring conversations between Dr. Craig S. Wright and Ryan X. Charles is taking a sidestep from its regular programming.
BTC-e Alexander Vinnik money laundering trial begins in Paris
The present case is focusing on Alexander Vinnik’s alleged involvement in ransomware fraud to the tune of $159 million.