Genesis Global Trading says it has seen an “incredibly strong reception” from institutional clients Institutional cryptocurrency over-the-counter (OTC) broker Genesis Global Trading revealed its loans spin-off processed over half a billion dollars in its first six months in a new…
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Natwest Bank Launches R3 Corda Blockchain-Based Syndicated Lending Platform
U.K.-based bank Natwest will integrate a new blockchain platform underpinned by R3 Corda technology for use in the syndicated loans market. U.K.-based bank Natwest will integrate a new blockchain platform based on R3 Corda technology for use in the syndicated…
Blockchain E-Commerce Platform Allows Shoppers to Purchase Directly From Manufacturers
sponsored The company says manufacturers can enjoy faster distribution and access to markets, and consumers would enjoy low prices and access to a greater number of products. A new decentralized e-commerce platform aims to allow online shoppers and e-commerce stores…
US Marshals Put Up More Than 600 Confiscated Bitcoins at Auction
U.S. Marshals to conduct their third BTC auction this year, selling 660 Bitcoins seized in various federal criminal, civil, and administrative proceedings. A federal law enforcement agency within the U.S. Department of Justice has recently announced a bid auction for…
Only 39 Percent of Chileans Are Aware of Cryptocurrencies, Study Shows
Chile, whose banks have recently attempted to close crypto exchanges’ accounts, has a very low level of crypto awareness. The results of the first Financial Knowledge Index conducted in Chile reveal that only 39 percent of citizens have ever heard…
Blockchain Can Reshape Global e-Government Procurement, Say World Bank Experts
Blockchain technology can aid in defragmenting many countries’ procurement structures, a new report concludes. Experts with ties to the World Bank Group presented options for using blockchain in e-government procurement (e-GP) in a report released Wednesday, Oct. 17. The World…
Japanese Taxation Committee Seeks to Simplify Cryptocurrency Tax Reporting
Japan is debating at government level a shake-up of complex tax reporting procedures for cryptocurrency investors. A Japanese taxation policy committee held a debate with the aim of simplifying cryptocurrency tax Wednesday, Oct. 17, Japanese daily news outlet Sankei News…
Malta: Two-Thirds Fail Crypto Agent Exam Despite Authorities’ Attempts to Ease Process
Almost two-thirds of those who took Malta’s cryptocurrency agent certification have failed, despite examiners’ last-minute changes to ease the marking scheme. Almost two-thirds of those taking Malta’s cryptocurrency agent certification have failed, despite examiners’ last-minute changes to ease the marking…
130 Coffee Shops in Europe Started to Accept and Sell Crypto
sponsored Although it is possible to spend crypto in the real world, it isn’t always easy. A new platform wants to make using Bitcoin as simple as bank cards. Be honest: shopping with cryptocurrency isn’t always the easiest experience. Even…
Japanese Electric Power Company Partners With Bank, University on Blockchain Research
Kansai Electric Power Co. will explore how the technology could be used to redefine electricity sales to consumers. A four-way partnership between major Japanese companies will conduct research into the possible use of blockchain in distributed electricity supply, a press…