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Britcoin: UK Looking To Create Its Own Digital Currency
One thing that has become very prominent on the global stage is the creation of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) by various world powers. China, Canada, the Bahamas, the British Virgin Islands, and France are all at various stages of development and deployment of their own CBDCs. дальше »
2021-4-20 17:08
UK government establishes central bank digital currency task force
The United Kingdom is the latest country to begin exploring the possibility of creating a central bank digital currency.
дальше »2021-4-19 12:37
The perils of suing crypto exchanges after ransomware attacks
As seen in the case of AA v. Bitfinex, targeting a crypto exchange over stolen funds is a high-risk, low-reward proposition.
дальше »2021-4-19 14:12
British Authorities Take Down Dark Web Ecstasy Gang, Seize $5.8M in Drugs
The string of dark web gangs being cracked down by law enforcement is still alive across the world. Recently, the British authorities dismantled an unnamed dark web band known for selling ecstasy and gathering millions of dollars worth of crypto. дальше »
2021-4-6 07:30
We still have a lot of work to do on diversity, equity and inclusion
The gender disbalance in the crypto space is still huge, though it is in our hands to make it more inclusive for everyone.
дальше »2021-3-9 19:26
As Crypto Booms, More Brits Plan To Get On Board The Train
It’s the “bull run,” and more people are coming to know cryptocurrencies daily. These people include institutional investors, small businesses, and everyday retail investors. According to a recent survey by Piplsay, 23% of 6,070 Brits randomly picked expressed willingness to purchase cryptocurrencies. дальше »
2021-2-22 23:43
Exmo crypto exchange suffers second attack in two months
The total volume on the crypto exchange has fallen 4.9% in the last 24 hours.
дальше »2021-2-16 00:29
Former UK Cyber Intelligence Official Pushes for Law Change to Stop Bitcoin Ransomware Payments
A former U. K. cybersecurity chief has raised concerns that ransomware incidents are close to “getting out of control. ” Ciaran Martin has also called for laws to prevent people from paying bitcoin to cybercriminals. дальше »
2021-1-27 16:07
Survey finds 31% of Brits are crypto curious, but lacking information
Over a third of those who have already bought crypto are themselves new or novice investors.
дальше »2021-1-27 13:54
UK health service to use blockchain to monitor COVID-19 vaccine storage
The U.K.'s National Health Service will implement an IoT solution built on the public distributed ledger network Hedera Hashgraph in order to monitor the storage of its COVID-19 vaccine supplies. дальше »
2021-1-19 12:00
IT Engineer Offers Nearly $72 Million to Excavate Lost Bitcoin Fortune
James Howells, an IT Engineer, is offering a percentage of his Bitcoin stash to the Newport City council to dig up a hard drive containing over 7,000 bitcoins that he accidentally discarded. Howells Seeks to Recover 7,500 BTC According to the South Wales Argus, James Howells was renewing his appeal to the city council toRead More дальше »
2021-1-15 02:00
Bitcoin is ‘non-sensical’ asset that still makes sense, says UK investment manager
His firm added exposure to Bitcoin before the winter surge.
дальше »2021-1-14 11:05
UK Government Asks Crypto Industry to Provide Insights on Its Regulatory Approach
Her Majesty’s Treasury in the U. K. issued a document that details a series of proposals addressing the crypto community. With the consultation, the Treasury is initiating a “regulatory approach to cryptoassets and stablecoins” for 2021 following the Brexit turmoil. дальше »
2021-1-12 09:45
Hedera Hashgraph to be used for crowdsourced airstrike warning app in Syria
An app that has been used for years to help civilians to access better real-time information about airstrikes has switched from using Ethereum to Hedera Hashgraph. дальше »
2020-11-18 16:59
U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority Strikes Ban On The Sale Of Crypto Derivatives
The cryptocurrency communities in several countries might be excited to adhere to new policies that are preceding numerous bans that have recently been overruled, but the U.K.’s cryptocurrency community may be taking a step back, following a stern ban that has just been launched against the sale of crypto derivates to retail consumers. The Financial […] дальше »
2020-10-7 20:20
Coinfloor Is Riding A Bullish Bitcoin Wave With Baby Boomers
The legacy U.K. bitcoin exchange Coinfloor is working to onboard Baby Boomers to BTC, an increasingly attractive investing choice for the generation. The post Coinfloor Is Riding A Bullish Bitcoin Wave With Baby Boomers appeared first on Bitcoin Magazine. дальше »
2020-7-29 21:24
Is The UK Government’s Bid to Control Crypto Ads a Dent on Cryptocurrency Adoption?
Cryptocurrency adoption has come a long way from being labeled a “thing” associated with fraud and scam to a household name in the world of finance. While the current cryptocurrency adoption rate can be attributed to many reasons, crypto advertisements cannot be overlooked. дальше »
2020-7-26 18:04
Opera Expands Crypto Wallet Top-Ups to the UK
Opera users in the United Kingdom can now purchase cryptocurrency directly via bank accounts or digital banking app Revolut.
дальше »2020-7-24 11:19
English Football Club Hit With Multi-Million Dollar Ransomware Attack
Cybersecurity authorities in the UK warned that ransomware could threaten the sports sector.
дальше »2020-7-24 19:39
UK Government Plans to Stamp Out Crafty Crypto Promotions to Protect Investors
One of the biggest ills and threats facing the crypto industry has been the incessant presence of bad actors that seek to profit fraudulently. When such happens, the unsuspecting investors have always been the losers. дальше »
2020-7-21 23:21
Adam Back Denies Having a Beer With Satoshi Nakamoto
An early Bitcoin adopter contends that Adam Back had a beer with Satoshi Nakamoto in London, while Back categorically denies it.
дальше »2020-7-21 23:00
The Encrypted Messaging Dilemma: Balancing Censorship and Freedom
Experts are of the opinion that governments need to work hand-in-hand with encryption-centric service providers to combat illegal activities on their platforms. дальше »
2020-7-12 10:00
Crypto Facilities Gets FCA Nod to Set up Crypto Futures Venue
Crypto Facilities, a subsidiary of Kraken cryptocurrency exchange, has obtained a Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF) license from the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). An MTF is a European regulatory term for a self-regulated financial trading venue. дальше »
2020-7-8 06:15
UK Financial Watchdog Reminds Crypto Businesses to Register Ahead of Deadline
The U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority is urging all crypto businesses operating in the country to submit their applications by June 30 to make it for the 2021 deadline. дальше »
2020-6-22 14:39
It Is Time for Databases to Get Fully Decentralized
To become truly decentralized, blockchain projects should remove dependency on the centralized cloud providers used as their data storage. дальше »
2020-6-15 23:00
Social Distancing Banners in Games Should Concern You…Eventually
Social distancing is important, so it makes sense to put that message into video games. Even if the end result raises some slight concerns. The post Social Distancing Banners in Games Should Concern You…Eventually appeared first on CCN.com дальше »
2020-4-7 20:53
Boris Johnson’s Coronavirus Illness Spotlights Controversial Standby
Boris Johnson's medical treatments suggest a severe case of coronavirus. His elected replacement Dominic Raab may have to step up soon. The post Boris Johnson’s Coronavirus Illness Spotlights Controversial Standby appeared first on CCN.com дальше »
2020-4-7 13:53
Boris Johnson’s Coronavirus Diagnosis Is Only the Beginning
Boris Johnson becomes the first high-profile world leader to test positive for coronavirus, suggesting more shocking diagnoses are coming. The post Boris Johnson’s Coronavirus Diagnosis Is Only the Beginning appeared first on CCN.com дальше »
2020-3-28 16:08
Prince Charles Has Coronavirus, And I Couldn’t Care Less
Prince Charles has tested positive for coronavirus, but the U.K. public is angry that tests aren't widely available for everyone else. The post Prince Charles Has Coronavirus, And I Couldn’t Care Less appeared first on CCN.com дальше »
2020-3-25 15:14
Selfish Brits Made the U.K. Coronavirus Lockdown Inevitable
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has finally made the lockdown against coronavirus official after selfish Brits ignored advice. The post Selfish Brits Made the U.K. Coronavirus Lockdown Inevitable appeared first on CCN.com дальше »
2020-3-24 03:39
DeFi Skepticism, Decentralization, Tax Define London Blockchain Week
Experts at London Blockchain Week say security is DeFi’s greatest challenge: “We used to have nerds attacking the system, now we have nerds with money”
дальше »2020-3-13 15:31
Coronavirus Leave Seats Empty At London Blockchain Week
London Blockchain Week organizers are urging any attendees who feel sick not to come as coronavirus takes hold
дальше »2020-3-10 00:00
A Million EPayments Accounts Frozen Due to Regulation Control
UK regulator FCA suspends ePayments operations due to anti-money-laundering controls
дальше »2020-2-12 02:31
Long-Gone Oasis Aren’t Getting Back Together for Love – Or $130 Million
Stop crying your heart out. Oasis are never getting back together. Despite a $130 million incentive, Noel Gallagher rejected a rivival. The post Long-Gone Oasis Aren’t Getting Back Together for Love – Or $130 Million appeared first on CCN.com дальше »
2020-2-5 16:13
Cryptocurrency Taxes in the UK: What You Need to Know
U.K. tax returns are due on January 31 and HMRC is scrutinizing bitcoin and cryptocurrency transactions. Are your crypto tax returns up-to-date? The post Cryptocurrency Taxes in the UK: What You Need to Know appeared first on Bitcoin Magazine. дальше »
2020-1-30 20:31
5 Reasons Why Britain Could Plunge Us Into a Global Recession
Britain risks falling into recession and dragging the global economy with it. A raft of weak data puts the UK economy on thin ice. The post 5 Reasons Why Britain Could Plunge Us Into a Global Recession appeared first on CCN.com дальше »
2020-1-14 15:00
Bitcoin Scam Ads Featuring Martin Lewis Now Spotted on Instagram
Bitcoin scam ads featuring the likeness of Martin Lewis have been spotted on Instagram, months after the financial expert settled related proceedings against Facebook
дальше »2020-1-7 16:42
Alleged Hacker Extradited to Face US Charges Over Corporate Extortion Racket
British authorities have extradited an alleged hacking collective member to the United States where he will face charges
дальше »2019-12-20 15:05
Coinfloor’s CEO Explains Decision to Delist All Crypto but Bitcoin to Cointelegraph
Coinfloor will delist all cryptocurrencies but Bitcoin, according to the CEO because it is the only cryptocurrency that is proven to date
дальше »2019-12-18 23:36
Boris, Brexit, and Bitcoin: How the UK’s General Election Might Impact Crypto
In yesterday’s UK General Election, the British people voted for the Conservative Party to take office for another term. The pound responded with a sudden rise in value reminiscent of a Bitcoin move. дальше »
2019-12-14 01:00
eToro Cryptocurrency Debit Cards Coming in Q2 2020
UK-based social trading platform eToro is poised to launch cryptocurrency-enabled debit cards in Q2 2020, reports Business Insider, December 9, 2019. Bringing Crypto to the Masses In a bid to make the use of cryptocurrencies a mainstream phenomenon, UK-based cryptocurrency trading firm eToro is seriously considering launching digital currency-enabled debit cards in Q2 2020. дальше »
2019-12-10 13:51
EToro to Issue Debit Cards Starting Q2 2020
Trading platform eToro is reportedly planning to launch a debit card in Q2 2020
дальше »2019-12-11 23:51
Page 48 of the Tory Manifesto Will Lead the UK Into Tyranny
Page 48 of the conservative manifesto reveals a scary insight into life under a Tory government. Here's how screwed Britain is under Boris. The post Page 48 of the Tory Manifesto Will Lead the UK Into Tyranny appeared first on CCN.com дальше »
2019-12-6 19:54
Gemini Hires Former Starling Bank Exec for Push Into Europe
Major U.S. crypto exchange Gemini hires a former Starling Bank exec to lead its push into Europe
дальше »2019-12-5 17:07
HSBC to Digitize Private Placement Records to Track $20B in 2020
HSBC to digitize private placements records worth $20 billion using a new blockchain-based custody platform by March 2020
дальше »2019-11-28 20:55
Bloomberg Panel: Bitcoin More Attractive During Times of Global Uncertainty
Bloomberg panelists agree that BTC becomes more attractive during times of irresponsible monetary policies from central banks and governments globally
дальше »2019-11-21 01:57
Binance Falls From Top 10 in CryptoCompare’s New Crypto Exchange Rankings
CryptoCompare’s second Exchange Benchmark removes Binance from the top 10 list due to security concerns
дальше »2019-11-21 06:20
Nasdaq-Backed DX.Exchange to Shut Down; Seeks Acquisition or Merger
U. K. -based cryptocurrency exchange DX. Exchange on November 3, 2019, announced that it has decided to temporarily close its operations. The exchange’s decision to shut shop comes at a time when it is pursuing a merger or outright sale of the company due to financial crunch. дальше »
2019-11-5 00:00
UK Bitcoin Miner Eyes 240% Capacity Boost With New $10M Hardware Order
U.K.-based Bitcoin mining firm Argo Blockchain has doubled its order of new cryptocurrency miners to secure a 240% hash power increase
дальше »2019-10-30 12:26
UK Govt: Cryptocurrency Derivatives Ban is FCA Business
The UK government says the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is firmly within its right to regulate the crypto space, amid reports of a potential ban on cryptocurrency derivatives. Per a report from Finance Feeds, the government highlighted the FCA’s independence, placing it outside the ambit of the executive. дальше »