Bank of Korea given right to investigate local crypto firms: Report
    24 Apr 2023
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    The South Korean central bank will be able to access crypto transaction data from exchanges operating in the country. The central bank of South Korea has been given the green light to ramp up its scrutiny of cryptocurrency service operators and issuers amid further discussions on virtual asset legislation in the country. On April 20,…

    Trust Wallet to reimburse users after $170,000 security incident
    23 Apr 2023
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    A vulnerability impacted wallet addresses created through the browser extension between Nov. 14 and 23, resulting in nearly $170,000 in losses. Crypto wallet Trust Wallet has disclosed a security vulnerability that resulted in nearly $170,000 in losses for some users. The vulnerability has been patched, according to the company. Trust Wallet found out about the issue through…

    Gemini to launch derivatives platform outside the United States
    23 Apr 2023
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    The platform’s first derivatives contract will be a BTC perpetual contract denominated in Gemini Dollar, followed by an ETH/GUSD perpetual contract. United States-based crypto exchange Gemini announced on April 21 the upcoming launch of a derivatives platform outside the United States. The move comes amid a tightening, uncertain regulatory environment for crypto firms in the country. Dubbed…

    How is artificial intelligence revolutionizing financial services?
    23 Apr 2023
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    What is the role of artificial intelligence in the financial services industry? AI is proving to be a powerful tool for financial institutions looking to improve their operations, manage risks, and optimize their portfolios more effectively. Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly vital role in the financial services industry. Predictive analytics, which can assist financial…

    Unlocking agriculture’s full potential with blockchain and innovative tech
    23 Apr 2023
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    Blockchain is reshaping the agricultural industry by increasing transparency, traceability and efficiency in supply chain management and compliance. Blockchain has been recognized for its potential to transform finance and other industries that rely on data, but what happens when innovation meets the world’s oldest industry — agriculture? It turns out that blockchain has a lot…

    VC funding into Web3 start-ups down 82% year-over-year: Crunchbase
    22 Apr 2023
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    Crunchbase noted that while it has been a bearish start for Web3 start-up funding in 2023, “venture funding is down in almost every sector.” According to data from Crunchbase, venture capital (VC) funding into Web3 start-ups tanked 82% year-over-year (YoY), declining from $9.1 billion in Q1 2022 to $1.7 billion in Q1 2023. Crunchbase News…