How blockchain can open up energy markets: EU DLT expert explains

How blockchain can open up energy markets: EU DLT expert explains

Aside from the buzzing neologism of Web3, there is a bit less catchy but hardly less important concept of Industry 4.0, which includes the new and revolutionary drivers of the next generation’s industrial landscape. And, especially when it comes to the energy sector, blockchain lies at the heart of these…

Bybit enters into settlement agreement with Ontario Securities Commission

Bybit enters into settlement agreement with Ontario Securities Commission

Bybit announced that it reached a settlement agreement with the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) on Thursday, a day after the OSC released a Statement of Allegations against the crypto asset trading platform. The agreement includes several measures to be taken by Bybit as it engages in registration talks with the…

NFT, DeFi and crypto hacks abound — Here’s how to double up on wallet security

NFT, DeFi and crypto hacks abound — Here’s how to double up on wallet security

The explosiveness and high dollar value of nonfungible tokens (NFTs) seem to either distract investors from upping their operational security to avoid exploits, or hackers are simply following the money and using very complex strategies to exploit collectors’ wallets. At least, this was the case for me way back when…

TAG Heuer has an NFT smartwatch: Nifty Newsletter, June 15–21

TAG Heuer has an NFT smartwatch: Nifty Newsletter, June 15–21

This week’s newsletter highlights Yahoo’s plans to get involved in nonfungible tokens (NFTs) and metaverse-based projects. Also, watch manufacturer TAG Heuer is dipping its toes into NFTs, and digital collectible platforms in China have increased in number despite warnings from the government. On a positive note, a CryptoPunk that was donated…

Friday’s .25B Bitcoin options expiry might prove that .6K wasn’t BTC’s bottom

Friday’s $2.25B Bitcoin options expiry might prove that $17.6K wasn’t BTC’s bottom

Bitcoin (BTC) has been trying to break out of a descending trend for the past week and the first attempt on June 16 failed to break the $22,600 resistance. The second attempt to $21,400 on June 21 was followed by a 8% price correction. After two failed breakouts, the price…

Lummis-Gillibrand crypto bill comprehensive but still creates division

Lummis-Gillibrand crypto bill comprehensive but still creates division

It was first reported before Christmas that Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis planned to introduce a comprehensive crypto regulation bill. The Republican Lummis was already known for her pro-crypto stance and announced right away that she was looking for a Democratic co-sponsor. New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, who had not previously…

Celsius’ crisis exposes problems of low liquidity in bear markets

Celsius’ crisis exposes problems of low liquidity in bear markets

After one week of pausing user withdrawals, swaps and transfers, the firm said it was maintaining an open dialogue with regulators and officials and plans to continue working with them regarding this pause. Celsius has yet to comment on when the company is going to stabilize its operations. Celsius has…