The Paypers

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Morocco has moved forward with the regulation of cryptocurrencies with a draft law currently under review, according to officials from the country’s central bank.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The company emphasises the inherent volatility of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum as a driving force behind this decision. In addition to being the only Asia-based company selected for the Mastercard Start Path programme and the first regulated POS in Singapore to accept cryptocurrencies, dtcpay has garnered numerous accolades.

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Payments Dive

MAY 14, 2024

The retailer will add terminals to 3,000 of its Speedway locations and test services like cryptocurrency purchases with ATM solution provider FCTI.

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Finextra

MAY 10, 2024

Nonprofit pro-cryptocurrency group Stand With Crypto has formed a political action committee (PAC) to support candidates who are encouraging of cryptocurrency and blockchain developments in the upcoming US elections.

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Payments Dive

JULY 11, 2024

The May theft of over $300 million worth of bitcoin from Japanese cryptocurrency exchange DMM Bitcoin is the largest digital currency heist so far this year.

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Payments Dive

APRIL 8, 2022

billion acquisition of cryptocurrency payments firm Wyre, Bolt aims to bring crypto front and center within its online checkout capabilities and digital wallet. With the $1.5 Crypto "will be a major part of Bolt’s strategy going forward," said CEO Maju Kuruvilla.

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VISTA InfoSec

JULY 1, 2024

In addition to the data posted on BreachForums, Intelbroker further posted that it will sell the data to interested parties in exchange they must be paid in XMR, a cryptocurrency. This is not the first time that AMD has suffered a cyber-attack.

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Payments Dive

OCTOBER 24, 2023

A pair of House bills would help the industry gain clarity, scale digital asset products and promote financial inclusion, cryptocurrency stakeholders said Sunday on a panel at Money20/20.

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Finextra

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Donald Trump’s return to the U.S. presidency in 2024 marks a pivotal moment for the global cryptocur.

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Finextra

MAY 16, 2024

Mastercard has welcomed five new firms to its Start Path startup programme specifically for firms in the cryptocurrency and blockchain space.

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Fintech News

MAY 16, 2024

The Philippines has been uncovered to be the leading country in Southeast Asia showcasing overall interest in degen crypto and small cap cryptocurrency tokens, according to an extensive recent update from crypto resource platform CoinGecko. of global interest in smaller market capitalisation crypto on onchain DEX trackers.”

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VISTA InfoSec

OCTOBER 21, 2024

We will continue seeing this happen in our lifetime, with a prominent example of this found in a relatively new mainstream advancement in fintech – cryptocurrency. By exploring quantum computing and cryptocurrency , we can see how an advancement in one sector can directly impact the security of another.

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Fintech News

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

TRM Labs’ Global Crypto Policy Review & Outlook 2023/24 delves into the advancements in regulation as well as the regulatory challenges faced by major APAC markets, shedding light on their unique strategies and key developments in navigating the complex world of cryptocurrency. This transition is currently in progress.

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Fintech News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Singapore’s cryptocurrency market has seen a notable increase in crypto payments , with merchant services receiving nearly US$1 billion in crypto during the second quarter of 2024. A key part of this growth is the rise of XSGD, the Singapore dollar-backed stablecoin issued by StraitsX. Meanwhile, Paxos, a U.S.-based

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Consumers using Crypto.com Pay can earn rewards on their purchases, further incentivising the use of cryptocurrency in everyday transactions. Crypto.com Pay is a secure and scalable technology, offering our customers yet another innovative way to interact with cryptocurrency – as the future of payments.”

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Fintech News

MAY 8, 2024

Wong noted that the fallout from the collapse of TerraUSD , the stablecoin developed by Terraform Labs, was contained within the cryptocurrency sector, with minimal impact on Singapore’s mainstream financial system and economy. He emphasised that local financial institutions have minimal exposure to cryptocurrencies.

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Fintech News

JULY 24, 2024

HSBC Australia will automatically block all payments to cryptocurrency exchanges, starting in July 2024. The bank added that it has implemented this policy in response to the growing number of scams involving cryptocurrency exchanges, which often make it difficult to recover funds.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 29, 2024

Cryptocurrencies, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and stablecoins remain prominent and continue to see innovation worldwide; particularly in the Middle East and Africa (MEA). For citizens of these countries, cryptocurrencies can actually offer an alternative avenue for safeguarding assets during times of economic uncertainty.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 7, 2024

Despite a recent surge in Bitcoin prices, crypto hiring trends indicate that recruitment in the cryptocurrency sector is not increasing at the same pace, according to Bloomberg. In December, job listings related to cryptocurrencies on LinkedIn saw a 57% drop compared to the previous year.

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Finextra

MAY 22, 2024

A team of ex-Revolut employees have released Zeal, a DeFi wallet and debit card combination that enables direct cryptocurrency spending on everyday items, eliminating the need for conversion to fiat currency.

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Finextra

MARCH 8, 2024

Sam Altman’s cryptocurrency outfit Worldcoin has been told by Spain to stop collecting and using people's personal data.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 17, 2024

Indonesia’s cryptocurrency market, previously known for its rapid adoption rates, experienced a significant downturn last year, as trading volumes on local crypto exchanges plummeted by 60% compared to the previous year. Industry experts suggest that stringent tax policies are partly to blame for this decline.

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Finextra

MAY 9, 2024

Global mobile banking trojan attacks on Android users grew by a third in 2023, while cryptocurrency-related phishing also saw a sharp increase, according to a Kaspersky report.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 30, 2024

Payments giant Visa has teamed up with Transak , a provider of cryptocurrency and NFT payment infrastructure. This is set to enhance Transak’s service of converting cryptocurrency to fiat currency, benefiting users in over 145 countries through the integration of Visa Direct. The firm is a Web 3.0

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Fintech News

APRIL 7, 2024

dollars within their PayPal Cryptocurrency Hub and send it to recipients in about 160 countries without incurring Xoom ‘s transaction fees. To make use of PYUSD for funding transactions, users must have a sufficient balance of the stablecoin in their PayPal Cryptocurrency Hub. dollar, for international remittances. Enabling U.S.

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 25, 2024

The UAE emerged as the region with the highest cryptocurrency adoption rate in the region, with 72 per cent of local users investing in Bitcoin. Meanwhile, 34 per cent of users are cryptocurrency traders, and 22 per cent use them for daily payments.

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Fintech News

MAY 21, 2024

As the financial landscape undergoes a digital revolution, institutional investors are increasingly turning their attention to digital assets such as cryptocurrencies and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). Cryptocurrencies followed closely behind CBDCs, with 23.5% Institutional investors focus on digital assets.

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Fintech Finance

AUGUST 7, 2024

This collaboration brings together two of the most trusted and reliable fintech brands in the world, allowing consumers across the EU to easily purchase cryptocurrencies directly. With this partnership, Bitstamp will manage the fiat currency to cryptocurrency conversion and transfers to consumers.

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Finextra

MAY 22, 2024

President Biden and SEC chair Gary Gensler have both criticised a new cryptocurrency bill ahead of a US House of Representatives vote.

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Fintech Review

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

As we look towards 2025, several key trends are shaping the future of digital payments, including contactless payments, cryptocurrency transactions, and mobile payment solutions. Major companies like Tesla and PayPal have begun accepting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies as payment. from 2021 to 2030.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 16, 2024

Global cryptocurrency exchange Binance is set to launch its operations in Thailand through a partnership with Gulf Energy Development. According to a recent announcement, Gulf Binance will offer a digital asset platform that includes services such as digital asset exchange and brokerage for cryptocurrencies and digital tokens.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 8, 2024

This integration aims to improve the overall user experience and broaden the adoption of cryptocurrency for everyday purchases. Nemil Dalal We see great value in Triple-As integration, as it allows our customers to access a wider range of merchants who are already accepting cryptocurrency payments via Triple-A.

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Stax

JULY 9, 2024

Crypto payments No digital payments list would be complete without discussing cryptocurrency. Cryptocurrency has gained its foothold in the mainstream, but it is still largely unknown to many, particularly when it comes to accepting crypto as a valid form of digital payment. What makes cryptocurrency unique?

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The Fintech Times

MAY 1, 2024

We will: Explore the biggest innovations over the past year in the cryptocurrency, stablecoin, blockchain and digital assets spheres. Dissect the common misconceptions between digital assets and cryptocurrencies and how they can be corrected.

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The Fintech Times

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The aim of this move is to utilise Tether’ open-source crypto wallet library to make cryptocurrency a mainstream payment method. The integration unlocks the full potential of cryptocurrencies like USD, Bitcoin, and others making them a practical and accessible payment option. Wagner, CEO of Rezolve Ai Daniel M.

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Fintech News

AUGUST 21, 2024

PEXX said that the goal is to provide users with updated information on blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and regulatory developments, enhancing their decision-making process.

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Fintech Review

MAY 21, 2024

There has been significant advancements in digital payment solutions, such as mobile wallets, peer-to-peer payment platforms, and cryptocurrencies. Mobile wallets, peer-to-peer platforms, and cryptocurrencies are at the forefront of this shift. Bitcoin , Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies challenge conventional financial frameworks.

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