Wisdomtree: Crypto Is a New Asset Class That People Can’t Ignore

An executive at Wisdomtree, an asset management firm with $78 billion under management, says that “Cryptocurrencies have firmly established themselves as a new asset class and it truly is something that people can’t ignore.” He added: “We are past the point where there is speculation around whether or not this is a trend that’s here […]

Here’s How to Purchase Your First NFT Domain on Quik․com

Minting of NFT domains with exclusive TLDs like .chain, .metaverse, .vr, .doge, .shib, .bored is now live on the Quik’s NFT domain marketplace! Each of these TLDs has a domain minting limit ranging from 1k to 20k, and they work on a first-come, first-serve basis, so ensure that you don’t miss out on your favorite […]

Uganda Central Bank Tells Licensed Entities to Stop Facilitating Crypto Transactions

The Ugandan central bank has warned licensed entities and the public against facilitating crypto-related transactions as well as the practice of converting cryptocurrency into mobile money and vice versa. The central bank warned it will not hesitate to act against entities found to be in breach of the country’s laws. No Entity Issued License to […]

Report: 100,000 Cubans Are Using Cryptocurrencies to Bypass Financial Sanctions

On May 2, 2022, a report stemming from the broadcast television and radio network the National Broadcasting Company (NBC), 100,000 Cubans are leveraging crypto assets. The report says increased crypto usage is due to the fact that Cubans cannot use certain payment vehicles due to the sanctions placed on Cuba by the United States. 100,000 […]

Weiss Ratings Report Claims Crypto-Backed Home Loans Spell Trouble

A report published on May 2 by the rating agency Weiss Ratings warns that crypto-backed mortgages “spell risk.” Weiss editor Jon D. Markman said backing a mortgage with crypto is an “interesting strategy,” but stressed that during these market conditions “investors should be skeptical.” Weiss Ratings Editor Doesn’t Believe Crypto and Mortgages Mix According to […]

Banco Galicia Becomes First Bank to Introduce Crypto Trading in Argentina

Banco Galicia, one of the largest financial institutions in Argentina, has introduced cryptocurrency trading as part of the services it is currently offering to customers. Users interested in investing in cryptocurrency are already able to purchase four different crypto assets directly from the home banking app of the financial institution, making it reportedly the first […]

Cryptovoxels Is Rebranding to Voxels

PRESS RELEASE. Cryptovoxels, one of the most significant players in the metaverse space, is rebranding to Voxels. The rebrand will happen on May 3rd at 8pm EDT (May 4th at noon New Zealand time). One of Web 3’s most popular communities, Cryptovoxels is a metaverse on the Ethereum blockchain where players can own land, and […]

Belgium Introduces Registration for Crypto Exchange and Wallet Service Providers

Authorities in Belgium have obliged providers of some crypto exchange and wallet services to register with the country’s financial watchdog. Targeted platforms that fail to comply with the new regulations will face fines, among other penalties, including prohibition to carry out their respective activities. Financial Regulator Imposes Mandatory Registration for Crypto Exchange Service Providers in […]

Biggest Movers: ALGO Boosted by FIFA Partnership News, as AVAX and Near Rise Higher

ALGO was up by nearly 20% during today’s trading session, following the news of a partnership with football’s governing body, FIFA. NEAR and AVAX were also higher on Tuesday, with AVAX extending a recent bullish run. Algorand (ALGO) ALGO was one of Tuesday’s big gainers, as it was announced that FIFA would be partnering up […]