Cryptocurrency stories - Page 3
‘Digital money’ was ushered in with the 2008 invention and 2009 launch of Bitcoin. While still the most popular and nominally valuable of them all, there are thousands of cryptocurrencies available in the market today. Cryptocurrencies are created with encryption algorithms and are intended as a store of value or a means of exchange, and are generally (but not always) based on blockchain technology. Blockchain is a distributed ledger enforced by a network of independent computers.
New Zealand hosts first Web 3 hackathon to explore solutions
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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New Zealand will host its inaugural Web 3 hackathon at the University of Auckland, focusing on innovative solutions like government expenditure tracking.
LayerZero partners with Rayls to enhance blockchain finance
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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Rayls has partnered with LayerZero to enhance cross-chain connectivity for financial institutions, aiming to integrate traditional finance with decentralised finance.
Meme coins: boom, bust and billion-dollar gambles
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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The launch of the $Trump meme coin saw an astonishing market peak of over USD $14.5 billion, only to crash 66% shortly thereafter, leaving many traders devastated.
Cryptocurrency adoption in Australia hits record high
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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A record 32.5% of Australians now own cryptocurrency, according to the 2025 IRCI, signalling a significant shift in the nation's digital asset landscape.
Kaspersky blocks over 893 million phishing attempts in 2024
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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In 2024, Kaspersky blocked over 893 million phishing attempts, a 26% rise from 2023, as cybercriminals exploited trusted brand names to deceive users.
Gen's report reveals surge in cyber threats for Q4 2024
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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Gen's Q4 2024 Threat Report reveals a staggering 2.55 billion cyber threats were blocked, with 321 threats emerging every second, highlighting alarming trends in online fraud.
Travellers demand modern airport payment solutions: report
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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A new report reveals that outdated payment systems at airports are frustrating 54% of travellers, emphasising the need for modernising payment options.
Prenetics unveils DNA-based identity with blockchain tie-up
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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Prenetics has teamed up with Humanity Protocol to launch a blockchain-based identity verification service via its CircleDNA platform, enhancing secure digital interactions.
Crypto ETF growth & memecoin boom in early 2025
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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The rise of Bitcoin ETFs marks a pivotal moment in the crypto market, with January's total capitalisation soaring to USD $3.76 trillion, says Binance Australia.
Bitfi introduces ApeShift for instant Bitcoin transactions
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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Bitfi has launched ApeShift, a platform enabling instant Bitcoin payments on the base layer, aiming to overcome high fees and slow confirmations.
United Kingdom loses record GBP £306m to crypto scams in 2023
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Cryptocurrency scams have surged in the UK, with victims losing GBP £306 million in 2023, prompting warnings for greater vigilance in the digital currency market.
Alert issued over North Korean LinkedIn job offer scam
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Bitdefender has warned LinkedIn job seekers of a North Korea-linked cybercriminal group employing fraudulent job offers to deliver malware and steal credentials.
Phishing campaign targets X accounts for crypto scams
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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Researchers at SentinelLabs have uncovered an active phishing campaign targeting high-profile X accounts to hijack credentials for cryptocurrency scams.
DYOR partners Ava Labs amid drastic Avalanche fee cuts
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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DYOR has partnered with Ava Labs to enhance the Avalanche blockchain experience, capitalising on a dramatic 96% cut in gas fees.
‘Crypto is a tax-free investment’ (*and other crypto tax myths!)
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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As crypto gains popularity, common myths about tax obligations arise, but experts stress that profits made from crypto transactions are taxable in New Zealand.
Keyless secures USD $2 million to enhance US expansion
Mon, 27th Jan 2025
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Keyless has secured an additional USD $2 million, raising total funding to USD $10 million, to enhance its biometric services and expand in North America.
Global mobile app spending hits $150 billion in 2024
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Consumer spending on mobile applications soared to $150 billion in 2024, marking a 13% rise from last year, driven largely by non-gaming apps.
WonderFi launches TRUMP coin with Coinsquare & Bitbuy
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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WonderFi Technologies has launched trading for the TRUMP coin via Coinsquare and Bitbuy ahead of Donald Trump's inaugural ceremony on January 17, 2025.
Cryptocurrency investments rise in anticipation of Trump era
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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Cryptocurrency investments are surging globally as investors anticipate Donald Trump's inauguration, coinciding with a bullish outlook on digital assets.
EU to enforce DORA resilience act from 17 January 2025
Thu, 16th Jan 2025
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Perforce unveils a DORA Fact Sheet as the European Union prepares to enforce the Digital Operations Resilience Act from 17 January 2025, impacting firms globally.