Europol and multiple countries have taken a significant step against the notorious Lockbit ransomware group with four key arrests and international sanctions. A collaborative effort between France, the UK, and Spain led to the detainment of critical individuals, including a developer and a hosting administrator. The operation is part of a larger international crackdown known […]
Boerse Stuttgart Group (BSG) successfully tested blockchain-based securities settlement, reducing transaction time from two days to minutes. The tests, part of the European Central Bank’s (ECB) explorations, demonstrated significant progress in digital capital markets. German banking giants participated, with Commerzbank and Deutsche Bank among them. BSG’s Matthias Voelkel, highlighted blockchain’s potential as a game changer […]
Astra Nova, a leading web3 gaming project, is proud to announce a significant partnership with Hawk Gaming Group, a Saudi company that assists international companies entering the kingdom by providing market entry strategies, cultural adaptation, partnerships, operational support, talent integration, and investment opportunities, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s National Esports and Gaming Strategy (NGES) and fostering […]
A select group of Russian companies, including electronics producers and financial institutions, has received approval to use cryptocurrencies for Chinese imports under a pilot legal framework. Overseen by Russia’s central bank and the Ministry of Finance, this initiative targets firms handling dual-use products and facing challenges with international payments, particularly with China. Russian Firms Explore […]
Asian crypto exchange Bingx suffered a hacking attack, leading to a suspension of withdrawals and an estimated loss of $ 52 million. Bingx claims the stolen amount is minimal because it primarily stores users’ assets in cold wallets, which were not targeted by the hackers. A security firm believes a North Korea-linked hacking group, …