UK Digital Bank Blocks Clients From Performing Crypto Transactions

The London-based digital bank Kroo has barred its clients from engaging in cryptocurrency transactions, joining other U.K.-based banks in this decision. The bank cites the increasing cases of online fraud incidents involving cryptocurrencies as the reason for this move. Kroo to Decline Cryptocurrency-Related Bank Transfer Requests London-based digital bank Kroo has barred its customers from … Read more

Bybit Halts US Dollar Deposits via Bank Transfer Due to Service ‘Outages’ From Partner

On March 4, 2023, cryptocurrency exchange Bybit announced that it had suspended U.S. dollar deposits via bank transfer. Bybit cited “outages” from its partner as the reason for the suspension of USD deposits via bank transfers and the SWIFT network. Bybit Suspends USD Deposits, Wire Transfer Withdrawals Open Until March 10 The cryptocurrency exchange Bybit, … Read more

Infographic Shows why Bitcoin is Superior to Card Payments or Bank Transfers

It doesn’t happen all that often to see bitcoin gain positive recognition. For some reason, Spain’s Cyber Security Institute deems it safer than bank-based payments and transactions.  The new infographic by Spain’s CSI paints an interesting picture. Bitcoin is a Solid Payment Method Most of the fraudulent financial activity occurs through traditional payment methods. This … Read more

Crypto Facilitates Money Transfer for Restricted China

Crypto is not illegal in China, but it is illegal for banks and financial institutions to deal in crypto. It’s also illegal to send or receive over $50,000 in fiat money without government permission. Restrictive banking regulations, international trade wars, and a surveillance state in the midst of political unrest mean that transferring money can … Read more