Tech 13 October 2019

This week in tech: SEC settles with companies, Libra in more problems and Tether charged

The week has had everything, from raising millions of dollars in funding, to regulators cracking down on fraudulent projects to adoption by major brands. Oh, and Libra sunk into more problems which led to its backers backing out.

Business 9 October 2019

Nomura forms blockchain-focused partnership with LINE operator

Under the partnership, the two companies will develop blockchain-based products and services for the financial services industry.

Business 18 September 2019

Line crypto exchange Bitmax goes live in Japan

Japan’s messaging and internet company Line has launched Bitmax, its cryptocurrency exchange for the Japanese market.

Business 9 September 2019

LINE wins crypto exchange license from Japan’s FSA

Japan’s most popular messaging app hopes to flatten the relationship between users and service providers.

Business 21 June 2019

Line close to securing Japanese license for crypto exchange

The regulatory clearance would pave the way for Line to launch its BitMax crypto exchange platform.

Business 7 June 2019

Line Pay takes on Apple, Google, Samsung with new digital Visa card

Line Pay is getting ready for the future with more blockchain integration, this time with a Visa payment option.

Business 31 January 2019

‘Financial business alliance’ between LVC, Line, Nomura focuses on blockchain

LVC Corporation, Line and Nomura Holdings Inc. have executed a memorandum of understanding, which will see the firms forming a “financial business alliance” to focus on developing blockchain technology.

Business 2 February 2018

Messaging giant Line announces crypto exchange plans

Line currently sees over 168 million users monthly and is expected to leverage its customer numbers in launching its proposed cryptocurrency exchange.