Deutsche Bank Partners with Taurus to Launch Crypto Custody Services

  Deutsche Bank, one of Germany’s leading financial institutions, has announced its entry into the world of cryptocurrency custody through a strategic partnership with Taurus, a cryptocurrency infrastructure platform. The collaboration comes after Deutsche Bank’s participation in Taurus’ $65 million Series B fundraising round earlier this year. About Taurus Taurus, founded in Switzerland in 2018, […]

SEC Labels Stoner Cats NFTs as Unregistered Securities, Imposes Fines.

  The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken action against the creators of Stoner Cats, an animated web series featuring Hollywood stars Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher. According to an SEC order, the non-fungible tokens (NFTs) tied to the series were illegally offered as they were considered “unregistered securities.” The company behind the animated […]

FTX Gets Green Light to Liquidate and Hedge Crypto Assets

  In a groundbreaking decision that could set a precedent for crypto exchanges facing financial difficulties, Judge John Dorsey of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware has given FTX the go-ahead to liquidate, stake, and hedge its cryptocurrency holdings. The ruling comes as a pivotal juncture for the beleaguered exchange, which sought […]

Ripple Acquires Trust to Amplify Financial Infrastructure: A Strategic Move that Could Boost XRP Demand

In a significant move to diversify its cross-border payment platform, San Francisco-based Ripple announced its acquisition of Fortress Trust, a specialist in financial infrastructure, licensing, and compliance. The acquisition, which builds on a pre-existing investment relationship, positions Ripple to broaden its regulatory reach and financial service offerings. With over 30 money transmitter licenses, a NY […]