Bitcoin

Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency. It is a decentralized digital currency without a central bank or single administrator that can be sent from user to user on the peer-to-peer bitcoin network without the need for intermediaries.

Rep. Waters: FTX.com Collapse Highlights ‘Urgent Need for Legislation’
Rep. Waters: FTX.com Collapse Highlights ‘Urgent Need for Legislation’
November 10, 2022  |  Regulation

The recent news around cryptocurrency exchange FTX.com has highlighted the need for legislation to protect consumers, Congresswoman Maxine Waters, chairwoman of the House Financial Services...

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CFPB: Frauds and Scams Make up 40% of Crypto Complaints
CFPB: Frauds and Scams Make up 40% of Crypto Complaints
November 10, 2022  |  Security & Fraud

They call it “pig butchering.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

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SEC’s Gensler Puts Exchanges in Crosshairs Amid Crypto’s Ongoing Upheaval
SEC’s Gensler Puts Exchanges in Crosshairs Amid Crypto’s Ongoing Upheaval
November 10, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

Insolvency looms for FTX. Cryptocurrencies are plummeting. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Report: FTX Used Customer Funds to Prop up Alameda Research
Report: FTX Used Customer Funds to Prop up Alameda Research
November 10, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

In a bid to prop up his trading firm Alameda Research, Sam Bankman-Fried reportedly loaned the firm billions of dollars from his FTX platform, including...

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FTX Deal Collapse Shines Light on Shaky Crypto Ecosystem
FTX Deal Collapse Shines Light on Shaky Crypto Ecosystem
November 09, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

Binance seemingly smelled blood in the water in its move to snap up its key, struggling rival, FTX. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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FV Debuts Puerto Rico’s 1st Bank-Based Digital Asset Custody Service
FV Debuts Puerto Rico’s 1st Bank-Based Digital Asset Custody Service
November 09, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

Puerto Rico’s FV Bank has launched digital asset custody and settlement services for clients around the world, becoming the first bank in the commonwealth to...

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Report: Binance ‘Likely’ to End Potential Deal to Acquire FTX
Report: Binance ‘Likely’ to End Potential Deal to Acquire FTX
November 09, 2022  |  Acquisitions

Shortly after beginning its due diligence, cryptocurrency exchange Binance is reportedly “likely” to end the potential deal to acquire rival crypto exchange FTX. Get the...

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Crypto Prices Slide Due to Binance/FTX Uncertainty
Crypto Prices Slide Due to Binance/FTX Uncertainty
November 09, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency prices continue to slide amid uncertainty about a deal between two of the industry’s largest exchanges. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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Galaxy CEO Says Exposure to FTX ‘Stings’ But Isn’t Detrimental
Galaxy CEO Says Exposure to FTX ‘Stings’ But Isn’t Detrimental
November 09, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

Digital asset and blockchain firm Galaxy Digital has an exposure of about $76.8 million of cash and digital assets to cryptocurrency exchange FTX and is...

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