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Coinbase Unveils ‘Asset Hub’ for Digital Asset Issuers to List New Cryptos
By Bhushan Akolkar
January 15th, 2021
Coinbase said that the Digital Asset Hub will streamline the process of onboarding and listing new cryptocurrencies. However, it will ensure robust evaluation through Coinbase’s legal, compliance, and security requirements.
President-elect Joe Biden to Name Gary Gensler as New SEC Boss
By Godfrey Benjamin
January 13th, 2021
Despite his exposure to the potentials inherent in cryptocurrencies, many people are divided on the probable approach of Gary Gensler if he is finally affirmed as the new boss of the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Bakkt CEO Confirms Firm Has No Plans to Support XRP
By Godfrey Benjamin
January 12th, 2021
The move from Bakkt further complements the decision of Coinbase and other exchanges including Binance US, OKCoin which had removed XRP coin from their platforms.
Ripple Attempted to Settle Issues Related to XRP with SEC
By John K. Kumi
January 8th, 2021
The Ripple executives view these XRP-related issues with the SEC as an attack on the entire cryptocurrency ecosystem.
Grayscale Removes XRP from Its DLC Fund
By Mercy Tukiya Mutanya
January 6th, 2021
DLC Fund-authorized participant Genesis Global Trading announced that all XRP transactions would be suspended on January 15, 2021.
MGI Shares Up 18% Following Strong MoneyGram Digital Transactions Report over Holidays
By Godfrey Benjamin
January 6th, 2021
MoneyGram has noted that it is not a named party in the SEC vs Ripple lawsuit and that its relationship with the embattled blockchain payment firm remains unchanged barring any new developments.
7 Most Notable IPOs to Watch in 2021
By Steve Muchoki
January 4th, 2021
Cloud-based companies and tech-related companies that support remote working are expected to take IPOs center stage this year.
Top Crypto Analyst Reveals Bitcoin 2021 Price Outlook, Says XRP Will Continue to Underperform
By Ibukun Ogundare
January 4th, 2021
Van de Poppe has strong forecasts for Bitcoin and is also bullish on Polkadot (DOT), which just recorded a new all-time high.
Ripple to Confront US SEC in February 2021
By Bhushan Akolkar
December 31st, 2020
As per the court order from the US District Court of New York, both the parties have been asked to submit a joint statement with the case’s legal arguments, potential motions and likelihood of settlements.
Anthony Scaramucci’s Skybridge Capital Pumped About $182M in Bitcoin
By Godfrey Benjamin
December 30th, 2020
For asset managers including Skybridge Capital, an entry into the world of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies will serve as a wake-up call for existing clients to have a positive disposition towards BTC as well as the new cryptos that will be supported.
eToro Reportedly Preparing for $5 Billion IPO in Q2 2021
By Bhushan Akolkar
December 30th, 2020
As per reports, eToro will be working with Goldman Sachs for going public. The reported plan of IPO comes after the platform registered phenomenal growth in 2020.
Crypto.com Joins Other Exchanges to Delist XRP amid Ripple’s SEC Lawsuit
By Ibukun Ogundare
December 30th, 2020
Crypto.com noted that the delisting and trading suspension would not affect the withdrawal of XRP.
Ripple Says It Will File Its Response to SEC’s ‘Unproven Allegations’ Against It
By Godfrey Benjamin
December 30th, 2020
While the Ripple lawsuit was the last blow struck against the crypto industry by Jay Clayton, Ripple noted that it is open to working with the agency’s new leadership whenever they are appointed.
Mytheresa Group’s Parent Company MYT Files for IPO with US SEC
By Ibukun Ogundare
December 29th, 2020
Reports showed that Mytheresa generated 6.4 million euros in the 2020 fiscal year, compared to $1.7 million euros raised in the previous year.
OKCoin to Suspend XRP Trading and Deposit from January 4, 2021
By John K. Kumi
December 29th, 2020
According to the announcement, the XRP deposit and trading would be disabled on January 4, 2021, as the lawsuit proceedings are taking place.