Most cyberattacks succeed because they exploit human behaviour rather than technical weaknesses. Consumers are the frontline of defence against cybercrime
The Bitcoin supply on cryptocurrency exchanges is at historically low levels, signaling a potential supply shock situation that can lead to changes in availability and price.…
Stablecoins, especially dollar-pegged ones, are a looming danger. Europe’s digital euro is a good counter-move but the US leads this digital financial race
In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin mining remains a key pathway to asset growth. With Bitcoin prices stabilizing above $110,000 in 2025—driven by…
Case highlights the need for new legislation as judge finds cryptocurrency isn’t money or capital, meaning that exchange control regulations don’t apply to it
The points that usually recur concern whether crypto should be legitimate, stable, safe and centralised, as opposed to being global, volatile and anonymous
As more regulations come into force, so will confidence in Bitcoin investment grow
Regulating crypto would result in a safer crypto market, but it would give central authority figures power over a decentralised market
Traders who familiarise themselves with the rules and ensure tax conformity may enter the crypto world with confidence
Seventy cases of alleged financial crimes have been referred to the police for further investigation
Nobel peace prize winner Maria Ressa has taken up the fight against deepfake, a threat to journalism and democracy
Documentary looks at how three Americans managed to steal millions by creating a currency
Crypto is faster, safer and ensures more fairness
Concerns about the potential of AI to reinforce existing inequalities are valid and require careful consideration
The cryptocurrency market can resemble a gold rush but there are many fake sales among the winners and losers — caution is called for
African governments are signalling support for digital currencies that promise to leapfrog their economies into the digital era
Distributed ledger technology, most commonly used to trade and store cryptocurrencies, could have a massive impact on the traditional financial system
A government could program its cryptocurrency with whatever features it deems necessary. It would allow states to control what money should be spent on, where it could be spent,…
Barter, long thought to be our first means of financial interaction, only appeared recently
These grifters, con artists, imposters, swindlers and snake-oil salespeople have been with us for as long as humanity existed.
