Category: Industry and Adoption
Abu Dhabi Executes World’s First Sharia-Compliant Bond with Blockchain Technology
Disruptive technology has once again paved the way for a “world first” in the form of the execution of a Sharia-compliant Islamic bond in Abu…
Nasdaq Mulls Bitcoin Futures Trading in 2019 Despite Current Bear Market
Nasdaq is in the news again with yet another reported interest in the cryptocurrency market. The stock exchange operator appears to be mulling a foray…
Bahrain to Open Doors to Its Blockchain Academy in 2019
Bahrain is the latest country to embrace the blockchain. It will soon be launching its Blockchain Academy to assist with the increasing demand for skilled…
Crucial Day for the Future of Cryptocurrency in India
The country’s apex court is all set to hear today the responses to the petitions challenging the central bank’s ban on crypto exchanges. Make or…
Malaysia Finance Minister Urges Crypto Developers to Push Pause Pending Central Bank Approval
The Finance Minister of Malaysia has told potential crypto platform developers to temporarily shelve their plans as the country awaits feedback from its central bank.…
InVault Launches Cryptocurrency Custody Platform in Hong Kong
InVault recently launched its cryptocurrency custody platform in Hong Kong. The Shanghai-based startup company says it is the first to offer custodial services for digital…
Ohio to Allow Businesses to Pay Taxes with Bitcoin
The state of Ohio has reportedly become the first to allow taxes to be paid in Bitcoin. The move comes despite the digital currency’s falling prices…
OKEx Brand to be Marketed at Major English Premier League Football Games
OKEx is the latest crypto industry player to enter into the sporting arena. The exchange will soon be advertising their brand at English Premier League…
BBVA Joins EU Blockchain Initiative Set to Launch in 2019
BBVA, along with four other banks, recently joined a European Commissioned-backed blockchain technology initiative. Spain’s second-largest bank – BBVA – says the International Association for…
