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US Officials Consider Expanding Deposit Insurance Coverage
US officials are discussing the possibility of expanding deposit insurance beyond the current cap of $250,000 to cover all bank deposits, according to Bloomberg. However, sources have said that such a move is not necessary at the moment, as recent steps taken by financial regulators are likely to be sufficient. This potential strategy is being considered in case the current situation worsens.
Central Banks Doubt Cryptocurrency Limited Role in Reserve Operations
A survey conducted by UBS investment bank shows that central banks do not expect a cryptocurrency to replace gold as a digital reserve asset.
ING Warns Facebook’s Ties With Banks May Be Breached Due To Libra Regulatory Concerns
Ralph Hamers, the CEO of ING, warned that Facebook's relationships with banks will probably be cut off due to its inability to address Libra regulatory issues, especially the money-laundering fears.
US Crypto Holders Trust Banks and Exchanges for Custody
A recent survey by Paxos revealed that a majority of US crypto holders still trust banks, exchanges, and mobile payment apps for custody of their assets. Despite high-profile collapses and poor risk management practices, crypto owners continue to trust intermediaries for holding crypto assets. The survey also found an increasing desire among consumers to purchase Bitcoin and other digital assets from traditional banks, presenting a significant untapped opportunity for banks to expand their offerings.
Pakistan Banks Develop Blockchain-based KYC Platform
The Pakistan Banks’ Association has signed a contract to develop Pakistan’s first blockchain-based national eKYC banking platform aimed at strengthening anti-money laundering capabilities while countering terror financing. The blockchain platform will also improve operational efficiencies, mainly focused on improving customer experience during onboarding.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Reviews Virtual Banks, Proposes Renaming to 'Digital Banks'
The HKMA issued a report on virtual banks, evaluating their impact and proposing a name change to 'Digital Banks'.
Gold Prices Hit Record Highs Amid Fed Rate Cuts and Central Bank Purchases
Gold prices soared to nearly $3,859/oz in September, driven by Fed rate cuts and record central bank purchases, sparking renewed investor interest and significant miner gains.
Coinbase Defends Stablecoins Against Claims of Threatening US Banks
Coinbase argues that stablecoins bolster the US dollar's global role, dismissing concerns about their impact on US bank deposits.
Stablecoin Custody: A Strategic Priority for Banks
As stablecoins become integral to finance, banks must navigate custody challenges, balancing security, compliance, and operational efficiency, according to Paxos.
Accenture Partners with R3 and SAP to Improve Settlement Systems by Using Blockchain
Consultancy firm Accenture has partnered with blockchain technology firm R3 and multinational software firm SAP to produce a prototype that uses distributed ledger technology to allow real-time gross settlements.
Central Bank Digital Currencies Are Not Like Bitcoin or Cryptocurrency
CBDC are digital assets, but they are not cryptocurrencies and in fact strike at the heart of the very philosophy that brought Bitcoin into existence.
A group of nine banks has invested $45 million in Carbonplace
The independent UK Carbonplace organization will start later this year under CEO Scott Eaton.