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Fireblocks Unveils "Off Exchange" to Tackle Exchange Counterparty Risk in Crypto Trading
Aimed at institutional traders and asset managers, the solution enables them to trade on centralized exchanges more securely.
Richard Teng Expects You to Blindly Believe in Binance's "Very Strong" Fundamentals
Richard Teng has published his first blog post as Binance's new CEO but did not commit to further transparency
Tornado Cash Crashes Over 50% Following Binance Delisting
Is Binance clearing house as it delists Tornado Cash?
Global Markets Position for Best Month on Surging Investor Confidence
Binance and Kraken face legal scrutiny impacting crypto. Meanwhile, global stocks surge and the treasury market recovers. The dollar weakens as interest rates expected to drop
CZ Left Binance... Should You Also Leave for Coinbase, OKX, Etc?
$1 billion has left Binance alongside its CEO, CZ. OKX, Bybit, Bitstamp, Coinbase are looking tempting
Navigating Artificial Intelligence: Balancing Innovation with Ethics
What are the ethical considerations surrounding AI in finance and its impact on society? How can responsible AI deployment and human oversight find equilibrium between innovation and ethics? Explore how DBS Bank and industry leaders are shaping the future of AI ethics.
SFF 2023 Returns With Fewer Crypto Booths But More Crypto Chat
Singapore Fintech Festival 2023 saw a record number of attendees and whilst there were fewer crypto booths, Web3 chat was ubiquitous
Flash Loan Hacks in DeFi: The KyberSwap Exploit and Its Implications
The recent hack of KyberSwap, a decentralized exchange (DEX), resulted in a significant loss of around $48 million, affecting its concentrated liquidity protocol, KyberSwap Elastic. Here's a breakdown of what happened.
The Binance Effect: What CZ's Exit Means for Crypto Markets
With Changpeng Zhao out and Richard Teng in, what does Binance's overhaul mean for the crypto markets?
Blockchain Founders Fund Partner Tobias Bauer Talks Tokenization, SBF, AI
Ahead of his appearance at the Fixed Income & FX APAC 2023, Bauer offers invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities in the burgeoning realm of digital assets.
“We’re Setting the Pace”: How Google Is Leading Web3 Cloud Computing
Google Cloud's Head of Web3, James Tromans, explains how the tech giant is staying abreast of the competition
"No Path Forward in the US": Winklevoss Twins Hold Nothing Back Against Regulators
From Zuckerberg to DCG, Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss aren't the type to shy away from a fight. Could the SEC be next on their radar? Blockhead sat down with the twins to find out.
From F1 Tracks to Soda Racks: OKX's Vision to Make Crypto as Ubiquitous as Coca-Cola
OKX is on a roll with its brand partnerships, counting Manchester City, McLaren and the Tribeca Film Festival, among others. All this feeds into its vision for its brand to be "like Coca-Cola." OKX CCO Lennix Lai explains more.
Crypto Firms Welcome Singapore's Proactive Regulatory Framework
Discover how the cryptocurrency industry is reacting to Singapore's latest regulatory measures as MAS aims to strike a balance between innovation and protection in Singapore's approach to digital finance.
Atletico Madrid Sues WhaleFin Over Unpaid Jersey Sponsorship
Atletico Madrid is seeking €20 million in damages from Singapore crypto platform Amber Group, which powers WhaleFin.
MAS Ban on Credit Card Purchases Among Tighter Crypto Investment Rules in Singapore
The Monetary Authority of Singapore claims credit cards could allow retail customers “easy access to debt financing"
CZ Steps Down But Who is Binance's New Singaporean CEO, Richard Teng?
Ex-MAS Director Richard Teng is taking the helm at Binance as Changpeng Zhao steps down, but who exactly is this mysterious Singaporean?
Blockchain Founders Fund Partner Tobias Bauer Talks Tokenization, SBF, AI
Ahead of his appearance at the Fixed Income & FX APAC 2023, Bauer offers invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities in the burgeoning realm of digital assets.
Countdown to SFF 2023: AI, Web3, and the Future of Finance
Blockhead takes a look at what to expect at SFF 2023, and key panels you can't miss. Also, read on for an exclusive discount on tickets for our Blockhead fam.
Fixed Income & FX APAC's Star-Studded Lineup Beckons
Fixed Income & FX APAC is back on 22-23 November 2023 at the Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore!
The Trading Takedown: Fixed Income & FX Leaders' Summit Hits Singapore for 8th Knockout Year
The Fixed Income & FX Leaders’ Summit is back in town on November 22-23, and Blockhead's proud to be a media partner to the event.
From F1 Tracks to Soda Racks: OKX's Vision to Make Crypto as Ubiquitous as Coca-Cola
OKX is on a roll with its brand partnerships, counting Manchester City, McLaren and the Tribeca Film Festival, among others. All this feeds into its vision for its brand to be "like Coca-Cola." OKX CCO Lennix Lai explains more.
NEAR Protocol's Illia Polosukhin Believes THIS is a Great Opportunity for Institutional Players
After taking the No. 1 spot for the most used dApp with the successful launch of KAIKAINOW, we caught up with NEAR's Illia Polosukhin to ask him about recent controversies surrounding the blockchain and its future at Token2049.
We Went to Yat Siu's Suite, This is What He Told Us
We hung out with Animoca Brands founder Yat Siu at his suite in Bali. Here's the tea.
Blockhead Speaks to The Sandbox's Sébastien Borget
The Sandbox Co-Founder Sebastien Borget talks exclusively with Blockhead about metaverse relevance, digital ownership, decentralisation, and token utility
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Navigating Artificial Intelligence: Balancing Innovation with Ethics
What are the ethical considerations surrounding AI in finance and its impact on society? How can responsible AI deployment and human oversight find equilibrium between innovation and ethics? Explore how DBS Bank and industry leaders are shaping the future of AI ethics.
The Binance Effect: What CZ's Exit Means for Crypto Markets
With Changpeng Zhao out and Richard Teng in, what does Binance's overhaul mean for the crypto markets?
Bullish on Media: Why This Crypto Exchange Acquired CoinDesk
Bullish exchange's acquisition of Coindesk highlights the delicate balance between business interests and journalistic integrity in crypto media
Hong Kong’s Plan to Greenlight Spot Crypto ETFs: Smart Move or Foolish Gamble?
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) is considering allowing spot crypto ETFs, a move that could position Hong Kong as a digital asset hub in Asia. The city's move could set a precedent for other Asian countries, driving responsible growth in the crypto space.
DeFi Regulation: New Approaches, Same Outcomes
Blockhead contributor Kenneth Bok highlights some suggestions on how DeFi can be regulated, with specific reference to the Crypto Council for Innovation’s excellent report on DeFi regulation.
Data Privacy vs. Monetization: Friend.Tech & Your Online Reputation
Web3, through platforms like Friend.Tech, allows users to monetize online reputations, raising ethical concerns around data privacy and consent. The article explores these issues, alongside evolving community-driven governance.