Turkey Completes Phase 1 of Digital Turkish Lira

by Александр Пирогов | Feb 21, 2024 | Blog News

The Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye (CBRT) has successfully completed phase 1 of its digital Turkish lira (CBDC) and is now gearing up for more widespread pilot tests in advanced phases. Phase 1 involved preliminary tests of strategic technologies and pilot...

Forbes Ventures into The Sandbox Metaverse

by Александр Пирогов | Feb 20, 2024 | Blog News

Forbes recently announced its entry into The Sandbox metaverse, marking a significant move for the media giant into Web3 and digital real estate. By acquiring virtual land in The Sandbox, Forbes aims to establish a permanent presence within this expansive online...

UK Pushes for Crypto Staking and Stablecoin Regulations

by Александр Пирогов | Feb 20, 2024 | Blog News

Recent reports indicate that UK lawmakers are accelerating efforts to introduce new regulations for crypto staking services and stablecoins ahead of the next general elections. Economic Secretary to the Treasury Bim Afolami emphasized the government’s commitment to...

Japan Moves Closer to Allowing Venture Capital Firms to Hold Crypto Assets

by Александр Пирогов | Feb 20, 2024 | Blog News

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s administration has taken a significant step toward allowing venture capital firms and investment funds to directly hold crypto assets. The proposed amendment to Japan’s Industrial Competitiveness Enhancement Act aims to integrate...

Takedown of LockBit Website: International Law Enforcement Action

by Александр Пирогов | Feb 20, 2024 | Blog News

The website of LockBit, a major crypto ransomware operator, has been taken down in a coordinated effort by international enforcement agencies, including the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA), the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and Europol. The...

Australian Police Officer Accused of Stealing $4M in Bitcoin from Drug Raid

by Александр Пирогов | Feb 19, 2024 | Blog News

The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) of Australia has leveled accusations against a federal police officer, Detective Sergeant William Wheatley, for allegedly stealing Bitcoin (BTC) worth over $4 million during a drug raid. Reports reveal that a Trezor...