Category: Digital Currency

November 23, 2023 BY Elizabeth Anderson

Another blockchain cyber attack: HTX and Heco Bridge in trouble

Despite initially appearing as separate, coincidental attacks, both incidents were allegedly performed by the same party due to the similarity in exploitative techniques and the connection between both targets. In response to the security breach, HTX exchange has taken precautionary measures by temporarily suspending withdrawals from its platform. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Don’t miss out the latest news,…

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May 18, 2023 BY Steffy Bogdanova

The FedNow digital USD to be released in July 2023

Conspiracy theories A digital currency could allow countries to bypass traditional payment systems and engage direct trade with the US and by doing so, reduce the role of intermediaries like banks. Some have suggested that a digital currency could allow the US to default on its debt without actually defaulting. This could be possible if…

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Israel gradually preparing for CBDC launch
May 12, 2021 BY Steffy Bogdanova

Israel gradually preparing for CBDC launch

Speaking of the plan of action, The Bank of Israel added: A digital shekel could generate various benefits for the Israeli economy, but issuing it also involves risks. The Bank of Israel began to assess the possibility of a digital currency way back in 2017. Today, the central bank can be seen to be curating…

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Gate.io
February 05, 2021 BY Steffy Bogdanova

Digital asset exchange Gate.io lists SNOW

Marie Tatibouet, CMO at Gate.io commented: We have an extremely rich altcoin repository (especially DeFi) and over 300 tokens (>400 pairs) available for trading overall. We are also aware of the vulnerabilities that come with a new listing. Hence, we maintain high standards - every single project gets closely vetted by the team and the…

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BitPay launches new mass payout service BitPay Send
November 13, 2020 BY Steffy Bogdanova

BitPay launches new mass payout service BitPay Send

AdGate Media is one of the first companies to use BitPay Send. The company can now efficiently and cost effectively pay its affiliates all over the world. AdGate Media connects digital advertisers with users of popular apps and websites that reward users for engagement. AdGate’s President, Dan Sapozhnikov, shared: We have lots of affiliates who…

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June 01, 2020 BY Steffy Bogdanova

Swissquote defends cryptocurrency against Goldman Sachs

Swissquote agrees with Goldman Sachs that crypto has been used in Ponzi schemes, money laundering and other dark market functions but fiat currencies can also be used for illicit activities. Chris Thomas commented: Banks and enterprises like Swissquote Bank operate to strict AML regulatory levels in both fiat and crypto worlds to prevent such illicit…

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