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Crypto Hacker Returns Half of Stolen Assets

Crypto Hacker Returns Half of Stolen Assets

The theft from DeFi platform Poly Network "demonstrates that even if you can steal crypto assets, laundering them and cashing out is extremely difficult."

By Matthew Heller | August 12, 2021

Blockchain Strategies Needed as U.S. Clamps Down on Crypto

Blockchain Strategies Needed as U.S. Clamps Down on Crypto

Now is the time for CFOs to get a handle on their cryptocurrency exposures and start figuring out a blockchain strategy.

By Lauren Muskett | June 2, 2021

Former U.S. Treasurer Joins Ripple’s Board Amid SEC Skirmish

Former U.S. Treasurer Joins Ripple’s Board Amid SEC Skirmish

The blockchain technology giant also hired Kristina Campbell, previously finance chief at fintech firms Green Dot and PayNearMe, as its CFO.

By Lauren Muskett | May 4, 2021

Blockchain Applications and the War for Talent

Workforce Management

Blockchain Applications and the War for Talent

Compensation, talent management, and recruitment could see a transformational shift through the use of blockchain technology.

By Vincent Ryan | April 28, 2021

Supply Pain

The onset of the pandemic reduced the global flow of goods. But when demand suddenly snapped back, supply chains proved less resilient.

By Lauren Muskett | April 21, 2021

U.S. Busts Terror Groups’ Crypto Campaigns

Risk & Compliance

U.S. Busts Terror Groups’ Crypto Campaigns

Agents used blockchain analysis techniques to pierce the anonymity of bitcoin and Ether transactions related to Hamas and Al Qaeda.

By Matthew Heller | August 14, 2020

Telegram to Return $1.2B to ICO Investors

Telegram to Return $1.2B to ICO Investors

The messaging startup agreed to return the funds to settle charges that its digital asset offering was an unregistered sale of securities.

By Matthew Heller | June 29, 2020

Nike Gets Blockchain Patent To Let Users ‘Breed’ Own Shoes

Nike Gets Blockchain Patent To Let Users ‘Breed’ Own Shoes

The registration of the product on blockchain would allow users to "securely sell or trade" the tangible form of the shoes, Nike said.

By Vincent Ryan | December 11, 2019

SEC Pulls Plug on Telegram Initial Coin Offering

Risk & Compliance

SEC Pulls Plug on Telegram Initial Coin Offering

“The SEC isn’t playing around. It's time these [ICO] companies recognize this.”

By Matthew Heller | October 14, 2019

Block.one Fined $24M Over Initial Coin Offering

Block.one Fined $24M Over Initial Coin Offering

The blockchain startup is the latest company to be sanctioned by the SEC for failing to provide a registration statement for a digital asset offering.

By Matthew Heller | October 2, 2019

Overstock Names New CEO, Acting Finance Chief

Overstock Names New CEO, Acting Finance Chief

Jonathan Johnson had been serving as interim CEO since the abrupt departure of controversial founder Patrick Byrne last month.

By Matthew Heller | September 23, 2019

5 Tests for Deciding Whether to Use Blockchain

5 Tests for Deciding Whether to Use Blockchain

Many companies should consider blockchains because they coordinate information, processes, and payments without a central intermediary, says EY.

By David McCann | September 17, 2019

IBM, Chainyard Launch Blockchain Network for Suppliers

IBM, Chainyard Launch Blockchain Network for Suppliers

The new network increases efficiency and reduces fraud and error risk.

By Lauren Muskett | August 5, 2019

Diginex Takes Reverse Merger Route to Go Public

Diginex Takes Reverse Merger Route to Go Public

'Backdoor' listings have become a popular way for crypto firms to get into the public markets without the regulatory scrutiny of a traditional IPO.

By Matthew Heller | July 10, 2019

In Blockchain They Trust

In Blockchain They Trust

The technology’s transparency and immutability allow competitors to share data and industries to build credibility with consumers.

By Lauren Muskett | June 26, 2019

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