Israel Financial News
13.12 / 21:27
08.12 / 18:13
Facebook
Libra
Blockchain
Google
What Facebook’s rebranding tells us about Big Tech’s ‘Game of Platforms’
In his monthly crypto tech column, Israeli serial entrepreneur Ariel Shapira covers emerging technologies within the crypto, decentralized finance (DeFi) and blockchain space, as well as their roles in shaping the economy of the 21st century.
02.12 / 00:39
Stablecoin
defi
Bank of America
Metaverse is a 'Massive, Massive Opportunity' for Crypto – BofA Strategist
The metaverse will be what finally pushes crypto to be used as currencies in the virtual world, a strategist at Bank of America (BofA) said about the potential of the fast-growing crypto niche.
30.11 / 19:19
business
coinbase
Cybersecurity
Coinbase will establish presence in Israel through purchase of Unbound Security
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase will acquire cryptographic security company Unbound Security in a move that will also have the U.S. company launch a research facility in Israel.
30.11 / 15:51
restrictions
Variant
What the Omicron Variant Means for Travel Restrictions and Bans
The World Health Organization has declared the new Omicron variant of the coronavirus a “variant of concern,” indicating that it carries higher risks than other virus strains.
30.11 / 01:17
UPS
FIVE
Digital
end
Bank of Israel accelerating CBDC development, but there is no end date
Bank of Israel has been picking up pace as the whole world rushes to the adopt central bank digital currencies [CBDCs]. As per reports, it is accelerating its study, research, and preparations for the possible issuance of its digital shekel.
29.11 / 20:11
Ethereum
ETF
Google
Bitcoin
El Salvador Buys Bitcoin Dip Again, WisdomTree Launches 3 Crypto ETPs + More News
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28.11 / 12:09
covid variant
Variant
New COVID variant Omicron prompts fresh travel curbs across the world
Israel on Sunday approved barring entry to foreign nationals as part of its efforts to clamp down on a new coronavirus variant.
24.11 / 15:51
MARKET
regulation
Cardano
TRON
fall
Cardano and Tron Fall as eToro Restricts Access for US Users
The Israel-based trading platform eToro announced on Tuesday that it will restrict access to the two cryptocurrencies cardano (ADA) and tron (TRX) for users in the United States. The price of both tokens fell sharply in the market following the news.
24.11 / 00:44
business
Blockchain
Adoption
Cardano
regulatory
eToro to delist Cardano by 2022 for US users due to regulatory concerns
In a statement released to customers on Tuesday, Israeli cryptocurrency exchange eToro announced it would delist Cardano (ADA) and Tro (TRX) for U.S. customers by the end of the year.
17.11 / 21:19
Blockchain
Technology
Ethereum
Adoption
Starkware
Ethereum Layer-two developer StarkWare valued at $2B following $50M raise
Israel-based StarkWare announced on Nov 16 via Twitter that it had raised $50 million in a Series C funding round, and that the firm’s valuation is now at $2 billion. Sequoia Capital was the lead investor, among other contributors. Seven months ago, StarkWare raised $75 million in a Series B funding led by Paradigm.
16.11 / 22:23
cryptocurrency
regulation
Israel's AML Authority and Europol Zoom In On Crypto
Israel’s Money Laundering and Terror Financing Prohibition Authority (IMPA) has announced that new, tightened regulations will now apply to cryptoassets, fintechs, and various other financial products. The measures are designed to introduce more regulatory clarity and coherent standards, according to senior government representatives. They are also in line with the latest recommendations by the European Union’s law enforcement agency Europol.
16.11 / 13:43
AML
Terrorism
Bitcoin
Israel reportedly adopts new AML rules for crypto
Israel has reportedly enacted new regulations related to the cryptocurrency industry in order to combat illegal activities such a money laundering and terrorism financing.
15.11 / 21:49
Blockchain
Provident
Digital
Action
crypto rules
Israel enacts fresh crypto rules to combat laundering, terror funding activities
Israel has had a hard time accepting the growth of the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry, with many burdensome regulations keeping companies in limbo. The nation already has strict anti-money laundering and tax regulations that crypto companies and investors are subjected to. Now, the country has introduced a new set of regulations on cryptocurrencies to combat terror funding.
10.11 / 18:13
Facebook
Blockchain
Ethereum
Microsoft
To work for everyone, the Metaverse must be decentralized
In his monthly crypto tech column, Israeli serial entrepreneur Ariel Shapira covers emerging technologies within the crypto, decentralized finance (DeFi) and blockchain space, as well as their roles in shaping the economy of the 21st century.
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