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Bitfarms, Riot settle dispute with board changes

DIGIT — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 15:56:20 +0000

Bitfarms’ board will see Andrés Finkielsztain step down, while Amy Freedman and a sixth member will join the board.

Sam Altman returns as OpenAI CEO as Microsoft gets board seat

DIGIT — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 03:26:28 +0000

Sam Altman addressed his employees in a company memo on Nov. 29, marking his official return to the top leadership position at OpenAI.

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Crypto Bank Custodia Denied Membership in US Federal Reserve System

DIGIT — Sun, 29 Jan 2023 11:30:45 +0000

The U.S. Federal Reserve Board has rejected the attempt of Custodia Bank to become member of the Federal Reserve System. According to the decision announced Friday, the application submitted by the digital asset bank is inconsistent with legal requirements. Federal Reserve Board Says Business Model Proposed by Custodia Bank Presents Risks Crypto bank Custodia has […]

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Turkey Investigates Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried for Fraud, Seizes Assets

DIGIT — Thu, 24 Nov 2022 23:30:57 +0000

The Turkish government has launched an investigation on the former chief executive of failed cryptocurrency exchange FTX, Sam Bankman-Fried. According to local media, the authorities in Ankara have also seized assets belonging to the founder of the troubled coin trading platform. Turkey’s Financial Intelligence Unit Initiates Another FTX-Related Probe Financial regulators in Turkey have started […]

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New Council at Ukraine’s Securities Watchdog to Draft Crypto Taxation Regulations

DIGIT — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 06:50:15 +0000

A special council under Ukraine’s securities regulator will be tasked to develop rules for crypto taxation in the country. The new body will be also responsible for coordinating the regulation of various crypto activities and adjustments to the applicable legislation. Advisory Board to Take On Matters Related to Cryptocurrency Taxation in Ukraine The National Securities […]

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L2 is crucial to Ethereum decentralization, censorship resistance, says researcher

DIGIT — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 16:00:00 +0000

Swedish researcher Eric Wall highlighted StarkNet’s influence on Ethereum’s scalability as he joins the board of the newly formed StarkNet Foundation.

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Binance Creates Global Advisory Board to Tackle Regulatory Challenges

DIGIT — Fri, 23 Sep 2022 09:30:29 +0000

An international group of experts with extensive background in public and corporate governance will advise global cryptocurrency exchange Binance on regulation. The move is an indication of Binance’s focus on compliance and collaboration with regulators, according to its management. Crypto Exchange Binance Secures Qualified Advice on Regulatory Matters Binance, the world’s leading digital asset exchange […]

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Seaside Resort in Slovenia Promotes Itself With NFTs

DIGIT — Sun, 15 May 2022 06:30:53 +0000

The tourism organization in Portorož, a summer resort on the Adriatic coast of Slovenia, has decided to promote the destination using non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The project represents the digital component of this year’s campaign to attract visitors to the region. Tourists in Portorož to Collect NFTs and Win Prizes Shortly after the Slovenian Tourist Board […]

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Thailand to Develop ‘Cryptourism,’ Considers Issuing Utility Token

DIGIT — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 19:00:17 +0000

In search of ways to heal its travel industry, hurt by the pandemic, Thailand is now recognizing an opportunity to tap into a growing market of cryptocurrency holders. Fostering a “cryptourism atmosphere” is what the country’s tourism agency intends to do, including by minting a new token and facilitating bitcoin card payments. Tourism Board of […]

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Indonesia Will Not Ban Cryptocurrencies Like China, Minister Says as Crypto Trade Soars

DIGIT — Sat, 25 Sep 2021 21:30:58 +0000

Authorities in Indonesia do not intend to follow China’s example of imposing an outright ban on cryptocurrencies, a government official said, noting the country will limit itself to ensuring they are not used in illegal activities. The statement comes after local crypto exchanges registered a serious increase in turnover this year. Indonesia to Tighten Regulations […]

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