Digital pound could launch in the next decade, UK Treasury claims
A recent consultation by the UK Treasury has revealed that plans for a digital UK currency are being considered and could be realised within a decade.
Australian government unveils token mapping consultation paper
The Australian government is seeking responses to its latest consultation paper on the topic of token mapping.
Wink widens seed round with further $3m
Wink, a US-based biometric identity and payments platform, has received an additional $3m of seed investment.
UK government floats plans for cryptoasset regulation
The UK government has unveiled proposals to put cryptoassets into the same regulatory regime as traditional financial services.
Senior US officials call on Congress to step up crypto regulation efforts
Four senior US officials in the White House have called on the US Congress to ‘step up its efforts’ in regulating the cryptocurrency market.
Tech organisations call on Congress to prioritise blockchain privacy regulation
More than 28 tech organisations that develop open-source projects have called on Congress to protect consumer privacy when regulating the blockchain space.
Turbulent year for crypto as illicit activity reaches new high
Illicit activity in the crypto space reached an all-time high of $20.1bn in 2022, up from $18bn the previous year.
SEC charges Genesis and Gemini for unregistered crypto offer and sale
The SEC has charged Genesis and Gemini for the unregistered offer and sale of securities to retail investors through the Gemini Earn crypto asset lending program.
Blockchain tech developer Securrency names CEO
Securrency, a developer of institutional-grade, blockchain-based financial and regulatory technology, has appointed Nadine Chakar as CEO.
UK National Crime Agency establishes dedicated crypto cell
The UK National Crime Agency has revealed it is establishing a specialised crypto unit as part of its National Cyber Crime Unit.
