Use It or Lose It’: AUSTRAC Warns Inactive Crypto Exchanges
AUSTRAC is cracking down on inactive digital asset exchanges, urging them to voluntarily withdraw their registrations or face forced cancellation to prevent criminal exploitation. Significant Proportion of 427 Registered Exchanges Inactive Australia’s AUSTRAC is taking decisive action against inactive digital asset exchanges, urging them to voluntarily withdraw their registrations or risk forced cancellation. The agency […] Powered by...
Bunq Launches Crypto Investing in Banking App, Expanding Services Across Europe and Beyond
On April 29, 2025, Bunq, the second largest neobank in Europe, announced the launch of Bunq Crypto, enabling users to invest in cryptocurrencies directly through its secure banking app. Initially available in the Netherlands, France, Spain, Ireland, Italy, and Belgium, the service will gradually expand to the entire European Economic Area, as well as the […] Powered by...
Gate Secures Key VASP License in Dubai, Eyes Regional Growth
The United Arab Emirates division of the cryptocurrency exchange Gate has secured a license from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority, allowing it to offer exchange services to institutional and retail investors. Gate’s Commitment to Operating Within Legal Frameworks Gate Technology FZE, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) division of the cryptocurrency exchange Gate Group, has been […] Powered by...
UAE Greenlights Stablecoin Issuer Circle as Money Services Provider
Stablecoin issuer Circle has secured In-Principle Approval from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Abu Dhabi Global Market, allowing it to operate as a money services provider. Circle Eyes Greater Role in UAE Circle Internet Group, the leading global financial technology company and issuer of the USDC stablecoin, has received In-Principle Approval (IPA) from the […] Powered by...
Green Bitcoin? Over 52% of Mining Now Uses Sustainable Energy
The latest Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance report confirms the United States and Canada dominate global bitcoin mining, collectively controlling over 80% of reported activity. Bitcoin mining is now 52.4% reliant on sustainable energy, with hydropower (23.4%) and wind (15.4%) as leading sources. North America Dominance According to the latest Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance […] Powered by...