Category Crypto

US authorities to intensify scrutiny of crypto industry in 2023

Fourteen years after the Genesis Bitcoin blockchain launched a significant disruption in financial services and other industries through blockchain technology, the United States authorities are finally becoming more interested in the future and economic impact of cryptocurrencies. On December 14,…

NY Attorney General Sues Celsius Co-Founder For Fraud

According to the Wall Street Journal, Celsius founder Alex Mashinsky is being sued by New York Attorney General Letitia James. Government officials filed a civil suit against Mashinsky, accusing him of “defrauding investors out of billions of dollars.” Celsius Founder…

Redeeming physical NFTs: Easier said than done?

Despite the crypto season, nonfungible tokens (NFTs) continue to attract interest. This has been seen as many brands and retailers have started offering digital NFTs embedded in physical products. Known as “phygitals,” the offering allows real-world products to be tied…

The Importance of Private Keys

Cryptocurrencies offer a world of opportunities. Fast and easy payments, innovative financial services, and inclusivity to previously unbanked areas of the world are all made possible by the crypto ecosystem. But with these opportunities come challenges and risks. Many crypto…