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PwC: Crypto M&A and Fundraising in Asia Reports Major Growth
PwC previewed its latest white paper—PwC Global Crypto M&A and Fundraising Report—last Thursday at CoinDesk’s Invest: Asia event. This is the first report by PwC on the broader crypto ecosystem, but the firm will continue to publish updates twice a year moving forward.
FTX.US Exchange Acquires Regulated Derivatives Provider LedgerX
FTX.US has acquired CFTC licensed derivatives provider LedgerX for an undisclosed sum.
CoinSmart Is on the Hunt to Buy Distressed Crypto Assets
The recent market crash is the latest in global financial events that have created unique opportunities for buyers like CoinSmart and FTX wanting to acquire distressed crypto firms at a bargain valuation.
FTX Denies Making Internal Deliberations on How to Acquire Robinhood
Sam Bankman-Fried’s FTX Derivatives Exchange is reportedly making internal deliberations on how to acquire Nasdaq-listed brokerage firm Robinhood Markets Inc.
Coinbase Reportedly to Acquire Mercado Bitcoin Owner 2TM
America’s largest trading platform, Coinbase Global Inc, is reportedly on track to acquire 2TM- the Brazilian startup that owns the Mercado Bitcoin cryptocurrency exchange.
Fireblocks Acquires Stablecoin Payments Startup- First Digital
Fireblocks - digital asset custody, transfer, and settlement platform - announced its acquisition of First Digital.
Coinsquare Acquires CoinSmart to Float a Dominant Crypto Exchange in Canada
Coinsquare has entered into a decisive agreement with CoinSmart Financial Inc to purchase the crypto trading platform
Crypto Sector M&A Saw Almost 5000% Jump in 2021: PwC
The cryptocurrency industry saw a 4,864% jump in the value of mergers and acquisitions in 2021, Bloomberg reported citing a report by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).
Bolt to Acquire Wyre, Speeding up Mainstream Crypto Adoption
Bolt and Wyre Will drive cryptocurrency adoption forward to create more value for customers across the globe.
Crypto Firm Bakkt Reports $1.5B in Impairment Losses in Q3
Bitcoin firm, Bakkt announced its Q3 performance report with a loss of $1.5B impairment loss
PwC Reports Huge Shift in M&A and Fundraising from US to Asia and EMEA in 2019
In 2019, crypto fundraising and M&As began migrating over to Asia, Europe and the Middle East and saw a lack of new VC investments as the majority of funding came from crypto firms within the industry, according to PWC’s latest report released on April 6.
Bakkt Has Agreed to Acquire Apex Crypto for $200M
Bakkt has announced it has reached an agreement to acquire Apex Crypto
FTX Completes $420M Series B-1 Funding Round at $25B Valuation
FTX Derivatives Exchange has completed a $420.69 million Series B-1 funding with participation from top investors.
Binance Exchange Looks to Acquire Outstanding Shares in Swipe
Binance Exchange, the world’s biggest trading platform by volume, is ending its year in grand style, with a recent announcement that it is set to acquire the outstanding shares in Swipe.
FTX Exchange Acquires Blockfolio for $150M, Sixth-Largest Crypto Acquisition in History
FTX cryptocurrency exchange is now expanding its retail aspirations by acquiring the top crypto app, Blockfolio for $150 million.
Ripple Discloses Interest in Bankrupt Crypto Lender Celsius Network
Blockchain payments firm Ripple Labs Inc is reportedly interested in learning about the bankrupt crypto lending platform Celsius Network.
BitMEX’s Bid Fails to Acquire 268-Year Old German Bank
BitMEX wanted to purchase Bankhaus von der Heydt to leverage its business in Europe. However, the plan didn’t work out. While the reason behind the fallout of the deal is not known, BaFin’s involvement is suspected.
Bitcoin Rallies As Tether FUD Clears and Square Reveals $170 M Purchase, But BTC Downtrend Not Over
The Bitcoin price has rallied as the Tether FUD clears and Square revealed an additional $170 million BTC purchase, however, analysis reveals the BTC downtrend is not over.
What Is a Bitcoin ETF?
Bitcoin ETF is a type of security that tracks the overall price of Bitcoin and enables investors to trade and purchase shares of it on traditional exchanges.
Polkadot’s Treasury Built as a Significant Step Towards the Vision of a Decentralized Internet
Polkadot has recently established a new decentralized platform—Polkadot Treasury, to fund projects.
April 16: When Memories Last A Lifetime
Trading Crypto with Eugene is a series of daily commentary on the crypto market and trading advice from Eugene Ng of Matrixport, a veteran trader with 10 years of experience in top-tier global investment banks. Hope you find it helpful!
Blockchain-Based Ride Hailer Tada Closes $5m Series A
MVLLabs, the Singapore-based startup, has raised $5 million in a Series A round.
$1 Billion in Bitcoin Moves From Silk Road Wallet, a Format Update or a Hack?
69,370 Bitcoins has moved from an address connected to the defunct Silk Road darknet market for the first time in five years, was it a hack or a move to update the address?
Looking For a Data Scientist: Is NASA Interested in Launching a New Cryptocurrency?
A few days ago, NASA advertised the position of data scientist with emphasis on cryptocurrency experience on LinkedIn platform. The move has stirred much speculation on whether the agency is intending to launch its own cryptocurrency. But let’s find out.
Akon’s Plans for a Futuristic Crypto City in Senegal Progresses with a $6B Construction Contract
American-Senegalese music icon Akon announced plans to build a cryptocurrency city that would revolutionize the developing economic landscape in Africa.
Blockchain and IoT: Transforming Hong Kong into a Smart City
Blockchain and IoT: Transforming Hong Kong into a Smart City
Bitcoin Addresses Sent to Exchanges Record a Monthly Low as BTC Hits a 17-Day High
New data by Glassnode reveals that crypto addresses sending Bitcoin to exchanges have recorded a monthly low. What does this mean?