Tag: Cryptocurrency

Alternatives January 26, 2021

BlackRock Looks to Add Bitcoin Futures to Two Funds

The world’s largest asset manager is also seeking a head of blockchain investments.

Alternatives January 25, 2021

Cryptocurrency isn’t a stable source of value, so people can’t depend on it, the bank’s top economist charges.

Risk January 8, 2021

Stefan Qin allegedly lied to investors about Virgil Sigma Fund’s strategy, assets, and financial condition.

Regulation December 24, 2020

Creator of third-largest cryptocurrency, XRP, sued over alleged $1.4 billion unregistered offering.

November 3, 2020

Retirement funds and other institutions are gradually warming to cryptocurrencies.

Regulation October 14, 2020

The guide provides an overview of the threats faced by the illicit use of cryptocurrencies and ways to combat them.

Regulation October 12, 2020

Creator of anti-virus software allegedly secretly received over $23 million for promoting initial coin offerings.

Risk August 21, 2020

Scammers allegedly used investor funds to buy cars, jewelry, and luxury homes.

Regulation July 24, 2020

Sam Sharma could face up to 15 years in prison for defrauding victims of $25 million.

Asset Management Culture July 15, 2020

The project successfully clears different currencies, say backers sovereign wealth fund Temasek and the city-state’s central bank.

Regulation July 2, 2020

Lobbyist could face 10 years in prison for alleged role in touting digital asset that was purportedly superior to Bitcoin.

Regulation June 26, 2020

Sean and Shane Hvizdzak are accused of pocketing $26 million of investors’ funds.

Alternatives June 17, 2020

Romanian conspirators sold non-existent cars and used bitcoin to launder proceeds.

Alternatives May 21, 2020

The Singapore sovereign wealth fund is the first government-owned entity to join the blockchain project.

Alternatives May 12, 2020

The median crypto hedge fund returned 30% last year, compared with a loss of 46% in 2018.