Bitcoin Evolution scam finds royal targets in Harry and Meghan
A fake website touted by digital currency scammers is designed to fool unsuspecting investors into parting with their cash.
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TAAL files patent for blockchain device extending data center usefulness
The process would see blockchain computing devices used in artificial intelligence research beneficial to medicine, finance, and other scientific applications.
Beware of BTC scams preying on Coronavirus fears: UK authorities
A number of local authorities in the U.K. have urged their residents to beware of scammers that ask for BTC in order to avail list of active local infections.
Bank of England chief warns of CBDC ‘challenges’ on fiat money
Outgoing Gov. Mark Carney addressed the so-called risks posed by central bank digital currencies.
BitMex strangely quiet after FCA warning
With the FCA’s warning against BitMEX still standing, a history of scandal and regulatory problems is coming back to bite the exchange.
Crypto-friendly Revolut secures $500M in latest funding round
The digital banking platform, which allows its users to easily purchase crypto, is now valued at $5.5B, making it the U.K.’s most valuable fintech startup.
UK financial watchdog wants crypto and blockchain expert
FCA is looking for an “Intelligence Associate” to work within its Enforcement & Market Oversight division, on a 12-month full-time basis.
The UK’s FCA updates registration fees for crypto companies
The new guidelines will see some companies paying much more than initially expected.
Bitfinex ordered to freeze crypto linked to ransomware attack
A court in the U.K. ordered Bitfinex to seize the tokens following an extortion scam which saw the victim paying $950,000 in BTC.
Bank of England wants to explore use cases for digital currency
The U.K. central bank has teamed up with five other central banks to research CBDC use cases.
Craig Wright vs Roger Ver: CSW granted permission to appeal
The English Court of Appeal has granted Dr. Craig Wright's permission to appeal the High Court’s jurisdictional ruling, which struck out his claim.
Coinfloor UK-licensed crypto exchange drops Ethereum
Effective January 3, 2020, FCA-licensed exchange Coinfloor will no longer offer access to Ethereum trading.