cryptocurrency industry

Kraken Welcomes Ben Gray as Chief Legal Officer

February 5, 20255 min

Kraken, one of the longest-standing, most liquid and secure crypto platforms, today announced the appointment of Ben Gray as its new Chief Legal Officer. Ben, who previously served as Global General Counsel at Paxos, brings a wealth of global experience in legal and regulatory affairs in the crypto, technology and financial sectors. In his new role, Ben Gray will oversee Kraken’s legal, compliance, and enterprise risk management operations, guiding the company through the rapidly evolving...

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Crypto Currencies

KuCoin Appoints BC Wong as CEO

January 20, 20254 min

KuCoin, a globally recognized cryptocurrency exchange, has announced the appointment of BC Wong as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This strategic decision underscores KuCoin’s commitment to global growth, innovation, and regulatory compliance. BC Wong, widely known within the organization as “BC,” is a seasoned leader with extensive experience in the cryptocurrency industry. As a key member of KuCoin’s leadership team, his expertise and strategic vision have been instrumental in establishing KuCoin as a reliable...

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Blockchain

OrangeX Aligns with MiCAR Regulations Through Proactive Compliance

January 2, 20256 min

December 30, 2024, just marked a pivotal moment for the cryptocurrency industry as the European Union Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCAR) comes into effect. This groundbreaking regulation represents a major shift in the EU’s approach to cryptocurrency oversight, aiming to enhance consumer protection, promote market integrity, and foster innovation across the digital asset ecosystem. Recognizing the significance of MiCAR for the future of the crypto industry, OrangeX has taken several steps to align its operations with the new framework, which includes successful integration of the Travel Rule API, a crucial...

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Blockchain

Boosty Labs Strengthens C-Suite Ahead of 2025 Growth Plans

December 13, 20245 min

Vitalii Yatskiv and Denys Doronin transition to new C-Suite roles to position Boosty Labs as the leading force in Blockchain development

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Crypto Currencies

UPCX Wallet Set to Launch Public Testnet

April 8, 20246 min

In the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency industry, usability and security have become primary concerns for users. UPCX Wallet is designed to simplify the cryptocurrency payment process. It has recently announced a series of eagerly anticipated new features while declaring that its public testnet is on the horizon. The launch of the public testnet will introduce various innovative tools, including mobile apps, browser extensions, testnet faucets, a blockchain explorer, and performance monitoring tools. The UPCX Wallet is...

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Crypto Currencies

BingX expands P2P Trading Services to MENA Region and Turkey

August 16, 20234 min

BingX, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is introduce its Peer-to-Peer (P2P) trading services for multiple MENA region and Turkey fiat currencies, including AED, DZD, EGP, JOD, KWD, QAR, SAR, MAD, TRY, and more. By opening up this feature, BingX aims to foster greater accessibility and convenience for users seeking to purchase cryptocurrencies with their local fiat currencies. BingX’s expansion into the MENA region and Turkey comes at a time when P2P trading has gained substantial traction in the...

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Crypto Currencies

BitMart secures Coveted Crypto Related Licenses in Lithuania

August 2, 20234 min

These Licenses Are Landmark Achievements towards Full Compliance Across Europe

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Crypto Currencies

Deepcoin elevates User Experience through complete visual upgrade

July 17, 20236 min

Deepcoin, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, is thrilled to announce a comprehensive visual upgrade to its platform, set to be launched today on July 14th. The upgrade encompasses a fresh company logo, along with a complete revamp of all related graphics, offering users an enhanced experience on both the Deepcoin app and its website. As Deepcoin continues to expand its global presence, the company recognized the need for a branding overhaul to better reflect its international reach and adaptability....

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Crypto Currencies

TechX Acquires Leading Cryptocurrency Payment, Mobilum

July 16, 20214 min

TechX Technologies Inc. (“TechX” or the “Company”) (CSE: TECX) (OTC: TECXF) (FRA: C0B1), a technology driven company making traditional finance accessible through compliant digital payment infrastructure and digital asset management technologies, is pleased to announce that, further to the Company’s news release dated May 26, 2021, TechX has completed the acquisition of Mobilum OÜ (“Mobilum”). TechX also announced that the Board of Directors has approved a name change of the Company from “TechX Technologies Inc.” to “Mobilum Technologies Inc.”...

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Blockchain

Blockchain Data Platform, Chainalysis Raises $100 Million

June 25, 20217 min

Series E Financing Led by Coatue with Participation from New and Previous Investors Chainalysis, the blockchain data platform, today announced it secured a $100 million Series E financing led by Coatue, bringing its valuation to $4.2 billion. Previous investors Benchmark, Accel, Addition, Dragoneer, Durable Capital Partners, and 9Yards Capital increased their investment in the company, and Altimeter, Blackstone, GIC, Pictet, Sequoia Heritage, and SVB Capital also participated. Chainalysis is known for building trust in the cryptocurrency industry as...