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NZ regulator voices concern on investments in the cryptocurrency market
It’s no secret that Bitcoin’s sudden rise to $42,000 piqued interest from retail investors and crypto amateurs. However,…
Singapore government pumps in $8.9m to bolster blockchain projects
The times are a-changin. From finance to retail, governments and private companies are embracing blockchain technology – more…
Malaysian government sets aside RM 27m for Cybersecurity sector in 2021 budget
The Malaysian government has allocated RM 27m (approximately $6.5m) for cybersecurity purposes during the announcement of its National…
Nigeria’s blockchain program targets $6-10b revenue in the next decade
The director-general of Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) recently stated that the country envisages to earn …
New Crypto regulations in Malaysia come into effect
The Malaysian Securities Commission (SC) announced that newly amended regulations on cryptocurrency had come into effect on October…
InsurTech set to boost financial inclusion in Nigeria
In 2012, the Nigerian government launched the National Financial Inclusion Strategy based on data from 2010. From the…
Zimbabwe to amend its cybersecurity and data protection laws
Debates in the Zimbabwean Nation Assembly last week led to amendments in certain clauses of their Cybersecurity and…
US lawmakers merge two bills promoting Blockchain tech to ensure Consumer safety
The US House of Representatives deliberated on the fate of two crypto bills – the Digital Taxonomy Act…
Indian Crypto exchange involved in $270,000 scam, grave need for crypto regulation?
‘Investment scheme’ scams do not make airwaves in India, thanks to their sheer frequency. However, earlier today, an…
Indian Cybersecurity market to be worth $3b by 2022: IntSights
Research analysis firm IntSights published a report that states that the Indian cybersecurity market holds great potential. The…
The Bahamas to launch its national Cryptocurrency, the Sand Dollar, in October
The Caribbean archipelago of the Bahamas is well known for its beautiful beaches, but now the country is…
Thai Central Bank uses blockchain to issue digital bonds
Thai Central Bank, the Bank of Thailand, recently finished issuing government-backed digital bonds using blockchain technology to reduce…
Myanmar amends Privacy law after three years of flak
In a historic moment in the South-east Asian country of Myanmar, amendments were made to the nation’s controversial…
US Government announces $625m funding to develop special AI, Quantum Tech hubs
The US Department of Energy announced a 5m funding plan for the development of AI technology research hubs…