New Zealand central bank opens public consultation over CBDC proposals
Assistant Governor Christian Hawkesby said the trends in cash mentioned in the papers could pave the way for innovation in money and the country's economy.
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New Zealand to explore CBDC, integrating digital currencies and stablecoins
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand will be consulting the public on how a CBDC can work alongside cash, as well as issues arising from digital currencies like Bitcoin (BSV) and stablecoins.
Cryptopia ex-employee admits to stealing $170K from old BTC addresses
The employee, whose name was withheld by the court, worked for Cryptopia before Cryptopia digital currency exchange fell victim to hackers.
New Zealand regulator issues fresh warning vs digital currencies
The New Zealand Financial Markets Authority singled out BTC as a highly volatile, risky asset, warning individuals they may lose the full value of their investment in a market reversal.
Cryptopia: Claims process begins in embattled exchange’s liquidation
Creditors were now able to log claims via the Cryptopia claims portal, inviting those still owed money since the firm collapsed to register their interest.
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.
Ebang eyes financial service pivot with New Zealand firm buy
Ebang has announced an interest in acquiring a New Zealand financial company and to set up a digital asset financial services company.
New Zealand taxman wants info on digital currency owners
Firms are requested to turn over their customers’ personal details and the type and value of their digital currency holdings for tax purposes.
New Zealand Dasset exchange announces support for Bitcoin SV
The Auckland-based exchange said it was carrying BSV with immediate effect, offering up BSV/NZD and BSV/BTC trading pairs via its platform.
$90M fund with links to defunct BTC-e exchange seized in New Zealand
Alexander Vinnik is accused of laundering billions of dollars via BTC-e exchange since 2011.
Digital currency scams on the rise in New Zealand
Scammers have been keen to target the Pacific communities in New Zealand, according to the Financial Markets Authority.
Cryptopia users ‘entitled to their funds’: New Zealand court
In a precedent setting case for New Zealand law, the judge described digital currency as “property.”