Blockchain Archives - Page 18 of 42

Singapore Gulf Bank headquarters with a stablecoin symbol, showcasing its strategic growth plans.

Singapore Gulf Bank Seeks $50M for Stablecoin Firm Acquisition

November 25, 2024 Dan K

Singapore Gulf Bank plans to raise $50M by selling a 10% equity stake, funding product growth and acquiring a stablecoin payments firm by 2025.

Polymarket platform screen displaying blocked access message in France

Polymarket Blocks French Users Amid Gambling Law Investigation

November 24, 2024 Dan K

Polymarket blocks French users after a $30M Trump election bet investigation by France’s gaming regulator, raising legal compliance concerns.

RBI headquarters with icons symbolizing cross-border payments and CBDC integration in Asia and the Middle East.

Reserve Bank of India Expands Cross-Border Payments Platform

November 24, 2024 Dan K

RBI aims to revolutionize cross-border payments with CBDC integration, expanding partnerships in Asia and the Middle East for instant settlements.

Blockchain

Crypto Cops Record $8.2B in Financial Remedies for Investors

November 24, 2024 Dan K

The SEC secured $8.2B for investors in 2024, with $4.5B from Terraform Labs, tackling major crypto cases despite a 26% drop in enforcement actions.

FDIC building with crypto icons representing new banking guidance

Franklin Templeton Joins Forces with Sui to Advance Blockchain Ecosystem

November 23, 2024 Dan K

Franklin Templeton partners with Sui to support ecosystem builders and pilot blockchain technologies, driving innovation on the decentralized network.

Charles Schwab CEO Rick Wurster discussing spot cryptocurrency trading plans

Charles Schwab Gears Up for Spot Crypto Trading Amid Regulatory Optimism

November 22, 2024 Dan K

Charles Schwab eyes spot crypto trading, awaiting regulatory clarity, says incoming CEO Rick Wurster. The firm aims to adapt to evolving markets.

Blockchain-based payment solutions by Mastercard and JPMorgan

Mastercard and JPMorgan Join Forces for Blockchain Payment Revolution

November 21, 2024 Dan K

Mastercard and JPMorgan integrate MTN with Kinexys for faster cross-border payments. Transparent, real-time blockchain settlements for mutual clients.

Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy announces a $2.6 billion note sale to fund Bitcoin purchases.

MicroStrategy Increases Note Sales to $2.6B to Fund Bitcoin Purchases

November 20, 2024 Dan K

MicroStrategy raises $2.6B in note sales to buy Bitcoin, signaling bullish sentiment as BTC nears $100K, surging 37% this month with strong ETF inflows.

Shaquille O’Neal speaking at a public event amid NFT settlement news.

NBA Legend Shaquille O’Neal Settles $11M Astrals NFT Lawsuit

November 19, 2024 Dan K

Shaquille O’Neal settles $11M Astrals NFT lawsuit after claims of financial losses from investors. NFT sales rebound with $181M in weekly trades.

Elon Musk addressing concerns about OpenAI's proposed cryptocurrency ICO in 2018.

Elon Musk ‘Shot Down’ OpenAI’s ICO Plan in 2018 Over Credibility Concerns

November 16, 2024 Dan K

Elon Musk rejected OpenAI’s 2018 ICO proposal, citing massive credibility risks. Court filings reveal his strong opposition to the cryptocurrency plan.