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Ghazi Ben Amor VP - Corporate Development at Zama

What the EU’s new crypto asset regulation means and how it will transform 2024

In 2024, the European Union will become the first major jurisdiction in the world to formally adopt a series of comprehensive laws and regulations governing the cryptocurrency sector. Named the Markets in Crypto Assets regulation, or MiCA for short, its arrival has been broadly greeted with enthusiasm. The new system establishes harmonised rules

11 December 2023 /crypto

Ronen Cojocaru CEO and Co-Founder at 8081.io

Recent Moves By SEC Pose Potentially Good News for Greater Global Acceptance and ETF User Adoption

The recent paradigm shift towards a more regulated and trustworthy environment by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lays an important foundation for retail users and institutions to wholeheartedly re-embrace the emerging era of digital assets and spark renewed interest in ETFs. To comprehend what is driving this it is crucial to rea...

05 December 2023 /regulation /crypto

Nikolay Denisenko Co-Founder & CTO at Brighty App

Switzerland's Crypto Policy: A Global Blueprint?

As the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) scrutinizes centralized exchanges (CEXs) and Web3-connected banks, the regulatory landscape in the U.S. is murkier than ever. Even given the Grayscale and Ripple’s recent wins over the SEC, the regulators’ stance on crypto-related products and services remains unclear. In contrast, Europe is pushing ...

30 October 2023 /regulation /crypto

Retired Member 

How Blockchain is Driving Financial Inclusion

Financial transactions could soon be as straightforward as sending a text, thanks to the transformative power of blockchain technology. Both industry insiders and regulatory bodies are keenly exploring how blockchain can overhaul existing financial systems, and even replace traditional infrastructures that handle international payments and remitta...

17 October 2023 /inclusion /crypto

Mousser Rahmouni Head of Strategic Partnerships at Striga

Understanding Crypto to Fiat Off-Ramp Integration for Apps

In the realm of cryptocurrency, the terms "fiat on-ramps" and "fiat off-ramps" are common. A fiat off-ramp refers to platforms like websites or apps that allow users to buy cryptocurrency using fiat currency, such as purchasing Bitcoin with EUR. A fiat on-ramp is the converse; it is a platform where users can sell cryptocurre...

16 October 2023 /payments /crypto

Angelina Smolko Crypto Content Writer | Search Engine Optimisation at Self-employed

Cryptocurrency Payment Gateways: What Are They and How Do They Work?

In the dynamic landscape of the digital age, cryptocurrencies have emerged as more than just a speculative asset; they are rapidly becoming a vital method for businesses to accept payments globally. The surge in the adoption of digital currencies has prompted the rise of cryptocurrency payment gateways and crypto payment processors – specialised p...

29 September 2023 /payments /crypto

Benas Skridulis 

What do you need to know about a Private Key, and what happens if you lose it?

In the crypto world, there are two types of keys: Private and Public. A public key is an address everyone can see and use for sending crypto assets to each other. A private key is like a password used to provide access to your owned crypto assets. What is a private key? A private key is a large, randomly-generated number with hundreds of digits and...

16 August 2023 /crypto

Bradley Duke Chief Strategy Officer at ETC Group

Cryptocurrencies – Not just a new Asset Class but the Democratisation of Banking

Living and working in a developed economy, it is easy to view crypto as simply a new and interesting alternative investment class – a useful way to diversify a portfolio or earn yield. Crypto is yet another menu item on the abundant and sophisticated investment smorgasbord, competing for allocation. What we lose sight of is the grand vision of cry...

03 August 2023 /inclusion /crypto

Paul Moukhin Partner at BDC Consulting

What are inflationary and deflationary cryptocurrencies?

In the wide expanse of the digital financial universe, cryptocurrencies shine as pioneering assets, challenging the traditional framework of economics and ushering a shift in financial transactions. They are the vanguard of financial innovation, democratizing monetary power through decentralization, and introducing an unprecedented level of transp...

03 August 2023 /crypto

Mousser Rahmouni Head of Strategic Partnerships at Striga

How to Issue Branded VISA Crypto Cards with One Simple Set of APIs

If you're interested in offering your users a more convenient way of managing their crypto assets, consider utilizing a card-issuing platform from a reliable provider that offers seamless and secure solutions. With partnerships and integrations with major card networks and issuing banks, this platform makes it easy to issue customized virtual car...

01 August 2023 /payments /crypto