Crypto Hub

Guy stuck in a NEXO device with stacks of paper.
Regulations
U.K. Crypto Users Slam FCA’s Arbitrary Account ‘Tests’

Chaos erupts as Nexo's FCA-mandated tests lockout U.K. crypto users, raising concerns about fairness and regulatory overreach.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Muslim man arriving to a digital crypto land seeing a floating ball of coins.
Crypto Market News
Malaysia Mulls Shariah-Centric Blockchain Hub for Labuan IBFC

Malaysia announces a master plan for a Shariah-compliant blockchain hub (SBH).
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Koala holding a bitcoin on a blockchain connected to Australia.
Bitcoin (BTC)
Australia Mulls Bitcoin ETF to Bolster Crypto Hub Ambitions

The largest stock exchange in the country is expected to launch the investment vehicle before the end of the year.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
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Regulations
UK Races to Set Crypto Regulations in Bid for Global Hub Status

The UK is set for a shakeup in its cryptocurrency approach, with laws targeting stablecoins, staking, trading and asset custody.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Girl in London on the Crypto st. underground station.
Regulations
Bank of England’s DSS: A Mirage in UK’s Crypto Hub Dreams?

UK crypto hub ambitions continue to draw skepticism even despite the Bank of England’s digital sandbox unveiling.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
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Press Releases
Elevating Europe’s Crypto Hub: Next Block Expo Returns to Poland

Next Block Expo, the Blockchain Festival of Europe, is gearing up for its return to Warsaw, Poland, on May 15-16,
. Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Jeremy Hunt doing Standup comedy to the delight of the eaudience.
Stablecoins
UK Chancellor’s “Global Crypto Hub” Claim Draws Skepticism

Jeremy Hunt’s claim that the UK leads the crypto world gets shut down.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Young handsome man opening a hangar door to a digital world with the Union Jack on it.
Regulations
FCA Resisted Political Push to Open UK Crypto Market Access

Former FCA chair Charles Randell revealed the watchdog came under intense political pressure to greenlight dubious crypto firms to
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Man pointing at PayPals crypto fuction.
Altcoins
PayPal’s Cryptocurrencies Hub Paves Way for Seamless Crypto Transactions

PayPal's updated Terms and Conditions introduce Cryptocurrencies Hub, enabling secure management and transactions of digital assets.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Man with his phone sitting on a futuristic city floating on a wireframed network.
Regulations
How are Early Crypto Hubs Faring in 2023?

Exploring the early crypto hubs of various continents and the impact that crypto-friendly policies has had on their economics.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Rishi Sunak is giving a speech to an angry pair of hands.
Regulations
Are UK Banks and Policy Makers Fighting Rishi Sunak’s Crypto Hub Dreams?

A Barclays exec says she believes UK policy makers were waiting for crypto to "die".

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
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Regulations
Hong Kong’s Crypto Hub Dream Realized as 80 Firms Plan Entry into City

Hong Kong has made regulatory moves to welcome crypto and blockchain companies, with around 80 already showing interest.
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Nomura Incorporates A Swiss Crypto Subsidiary
Regulations
Japanese Banking Giant Nomura Opens Swiss Crypto Subsidiary

Nomura named its digital asset business Laser Digital and incorporated a holding vehicle under the name in Switzerland.

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Bitcoin (BTC)
President of CAR Announces the Sango Genesis Event, an Ambitious Crypto Hub

The most revolutionary conference of crypto?
by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp
Bitcoin (BTC)
New York Mayoral Candidate, Andrew Yang, Plans to Make NYC a Bitcoin Hub

Andrew Yang pledges to transform New York City into a hub for crypto-currencies

by . Fact checked by: Ciaran Lawler, Editor: Stefan Trapp