Cryptocurrency stories - Page 3
‘Digital money’ was ushered in with the 2008 invention and 2009 launch of Bitcoin. While still the most popular and nominally valuable of them all, there are thousands of cryptocurrencies available in the market today. Cryptocurrencies are created with encryption algorithms and are intended as a store of value or a means of exchange, and are generally (but not always) based on blockchain technology. Blockchain is a distributed ledger enforced by a network of independent computers.
Crypto ETF growth & memecoin boom in early 2025
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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The rise of Bitcoin ETFs marks a pivotal moment in the crypto market, with January's total capitalisation soaring to USD $3.76 trillion, says Binance Australia.
Bitfi introduces ApeShift for instant Bitcoin transactions
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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Bitfi has launched ApeShift, a platform enabling instant Bitcoin payments on the base layer, aiming to overcome high fees and slow confirmations.
United Kingdom loses record GBP £306m to crypto scams in 2023
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Cryptocurrency scams have surged in the UK, with victims losing GBP £306 million in 2023, prompting warnings for greater vigilance in the digital currency market.
Alert issued over North Korean LinkedIn job offer scam
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Bitdefender has warned LinkedIn job seekers of a North Korea-linked cybercriminal group employing fraudulent job offers to deliver malware and steal credentials.
Phishing campaign targets X accounts for crypto scams
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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Researchers at SentinelLabs have uncovered an active phishing campaign targeting high-profile X accounts to hijack credentials for cryptocurrency scams.
DYOR partners Ava Labs amid drastic Avalanche fee cuts
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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DYOR has partnered with Ava Labs to enhance the Avalanche blockchain experience, capitalising on a dramatic 96% cut in gas fees.
‘Crypto is a tax-free investment’ (*and other crypto tax myths!)
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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As crypto gains popularity, common myths about tax obligations arise, but experts stress that profits made from crypto transactions are taxable in New Zealand.
Keyless secures USD $2 million to enhance US expansion
Mon, 27th Jan 2025
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Keyless has secured an additional USD $2 million, raising total funding to USD $10 million, to enhance its biometric services and expand in North America.
Global mobile app spending hits $150 billion in 2024
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Consumer spending on mobile applications soared to $150 billion in 2024, marking a 13% rise from last year, driven largely by non-gaming apps.
WonderFi launches TRUMP coin with Coinsquare & Bitbuy
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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WonderFi Technologies has launched trading for the TRUMP coin via Coinsquare and Bitbuy ahead of Donald Trump's inaugural ceremony on January 17, 2025.
Cryptocurrency investments rise in anticipation of Trump era
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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Cryptocurrency investments are surging globally as investors anticipate Donald Trump's inauguration, coinciding with a bullish outlook on digital assets.
EU to enforce DORA resilience act from 17 January 2025
Thu, 16th Jan 2025
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Perforce unveils a DORA Fact Sheet as the European Union prepares to enforce the Digital Operations Resilience Act from 17 January 2025, impacting firms globally.
Bitcoin: What’s Trump got to do with it?
Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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Ripple's £5 million donation to Donald Trump's inaugural fund, alongside significant backing from crypto firms, highlights a strategic shift in US politics.
Bitcoin ranked 7th largest global asset in 2024 report
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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In its January Monthly Markets Insights, Binance Australia reported Bitcoin's rise to the 7th largest global asset, signalling strong growth in the crypto market.
Digital payment trends soar in Asia Pacific, 2024 report
Fri, 10th Jan 2025
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A Forrester report reveals rapid advancements in digital retail payments across Asia Pacific, spotlighting growth in digital wallets and BNPL services.
Binance teams up with Gasly for fan-designed F1 helmet
Thu, 9th Jan 2025
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Binance has teamed up with Formula One driver Pierre Gasly for an exciting helmet design contest, allowing fans to win exclusive prizes ahead of the Australian Grand Prix.
Ransomware is doubling down — What you need to know about the recent surge
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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Ransomware attacks have surged by 100% from Q2 to Q3/2024, with the Magniber variant leading the charge, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.
Kobble unveils platform to revolutionise finance in Australia
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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Kobble has unveiled a new Embedded Finance Platform designed to tackle inefficiencies in Australia's financial sector caused by failed IT projects.
Predictions for Australia's payments landscape by 2025
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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Ben Zyl forecasts Australia's payments landscape in 2025, highlighting surcharging changes and the rise of modern systems like PayTo and self-serve payments.
Maori-led fund seeks $100 million with Ethereum focus
Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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A Maori-led fintech initiative in New Zealand aims to raise over $100 million in investment with the launch of the Quay Cove Ethereum Growth Fund.