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What happens when the global banking system 'goes down'?
Crypto

What happens when the global banking system 'goes down'?

When a US cyber security firm's update knocked out key global banking systems, many turned to crypto, demonstrating its unique resilience and potential.

By Paul Quickenden • 5 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
Kōura Wealth invests USD $5m of KiwiSaver funds into Bitcoin
Crypto

Kōura Wealth invests USD $5m of KiwiSaver funds into Bitcoin

Kōura's Wealth's bold USD $5 million Bitcoin investment in KiwiSaver has surged to a whopping USD $7.5 million.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Jul 2024
Why obsessing over crypto headlines is a dangerous investment habit
Crypto

Why obsessing over crypto headlines is a dangerous investment habit

Janine Grainger discusses the dangers of an excessive focus on sensational crypto headlines, stressing the importance of understanding broad market dynamics for astute investment.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 13th May 2024
Easy Crypto founder advises calm approach in volatile Bitcoin market
Crypto

Easy Crypto founder advises calm approach in volatile Bitcoin market

Easy Crypto's Janine Grainger illuminates post-halving Bitcoin pricing in the wake of unprecedented highs, warning new investors against hasty decisions amid a volatile market.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
Kiwi investors anticipate Bitcoin Halving boost, Binance study shows
Crypto

Kiwi investors anticipate Bitcoin Halving boost, Binance study shows

Binance study reveals high optimism among Kiwi investors over the potential boost in Bitcoin value amid its upcoming halving event and significant institutional investment.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2024
Easy crypto on Crypto taxes: Ignorance is never bliss!
Crypto

Easy crypto on Crypto taxes: Ignorance is never bliss!

As crypto trading gains momentum, with colossal drops and staggering climbs, many traders forget about ensuing tax requirements, wrongly assuming it to be outside conventional financial regulations.

By Janine Grainger • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Crypto is in 'catch-up' mode when it comes to inclusivity…
Crypto

IWD 2024: Crypto is in 'catch-up' mode when it comes to inclusivity…

Despite its promise of financial equality, the crypto industry struggles with inclusivity, marked by underrepresentation and male dominance in finance and technology.

By Janine Grainger • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
Bitcoin peaks at record high against NZD ahead of halving event
Crypto

Bitcoin peaks at record high against NZD ahead of halving event

Bitcoin hits an all-time high against the NZD, nearing a similar historic landmark in USD, amid burgeoning global interest in the cryptosphere.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Mar 2024

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Here comes crypto: The three stages of disruption
Crypto

Here comes crypto: The three stages of disruption

Cryptocurrencies are reshaping finance much like Netflix transformed home entertainment, with traditional institutions facing a critical decision: adapt or risk obsolescence.

By Ben Rose • 6 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
Unstoppable Domains launches MPC Wallet to enhance security
Crypto

Unstoppable Domains launches MPC Wallet to enhance security

Unstoppable Domains partners with Fireblocks to launch a Multi-Party Computation (MPC) Wallet, boosting security and ease for Web3 domain owners.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st May 2024
Binance celebrates Bitcoin Pizza Day with giveaway
EduTech

Binance celebrates Bitcoin Pizza Day with giveaway

Binance celebrates Bitcoin Pizza Day with a global pizza giveaway, events in 20+ countries, and community engagements, marking the historic BTC purchase.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 20th May 2024
Aussie crypto investors positive ahead of Bitcoin halving event
Crypto

Aussie crypto investors positive ahead of Bitcoin halving event

Amid an impending Bitcoin halving, more than 2,000 Australian crypto investors show optimism, fuelled by significant institutional investments and record-high Bitcoin pricing.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Apr 2024
Global investors anticipate impact of upcoming Bitcoin halving
Crypto

Global investors anticipate impact of upcoming Bitcoin halving

Investors worldwide are closely observing the coming Bitcoin 'halving', an anticipated event that will halve the miners' reward. This could possibly influence the cryptocurrency's economic impact by mimicking precious metal scarcity dynamics.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024
Australia's growing love for cryptocurrency shakes investment norms
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Australia's growing love for cryptocurrency shakes investment norms

In Australia, around 4.5 million citizens now own cryptocurrency, led by brokerage and asset management firm Caleb and Brown.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024
Bitcoin exceeds $72k mark, soaring to unprecedented high
Crypto

Bitcoin exceeds $72k mark, soaring to unprecedented high

Bitcoin's value has soared past $72,000 for the first time ever, fueled by increased acceptance of the cryptocurrency by influential financial institutions and the anticipation of the upcoming halving event.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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Crypto market sees 11.4% drop in June, BTC falls 19.1%
Crypto

Crypto market sees 11.4% drop in June, BTC falls 19.1%

The cryptocurrency market cap declined by 11.4% in June, driven by Bitcoin's 19.1% fall, according to Binance Australia. The TON ecosystem and BNB showed resilience.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2024
Crypto market sees 8.6% rise driven by ETH ETFs approval
Crypto

Crypto market sees 8.6% rise driven by ETH ETFs approval

The cryptocurrency market saw an 8.6% rise in May, driven by favourable U.S. regulations and ETH ETF approvals, according to Binance Australia's report.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2024