What are NFTs? Non-Fungible Tokens explained
Non-Fungible Tokens is the latest buzz phrase from the world of blockchain, with mainstream media taking an interest, particularly thanks to stories involving LeBron James Grimes and Nyan Cat. So what are NFTs? What are Non-Fungible Tokens? NFTs are a type of digital certificate to prove authenticity. They exist on the blockchain – the same […]
go to articleJames O’Kelly becomes Certified Blockchain Expert
We are delighted to announce that James O’Kelly has been recognised as a Certified Blockchain Expert. Awarded by the Blockchain Council, the certification allows professionals to demonstrate a profound understanding of blockchain technology and show they are equipped to build blockchain-based applications for businesses. The course covered the blockchain ecosystem, mining, security and privacy, blockchain […]
go to articleIOM shows pioneering spirit with new crypto business registration rule
Regulators in the Isle of Man have again underlined their flexible and forward-thinking approach to new technology with the announcement of a process designed to provide cryptocurrency companies with certainty. Given current travel restrictions during the global pandemic, the Isle of Man Financial Services Authority (IOMFSA) has introduced a “subject to” registration, allowing crypto businesses […]
go to articleIsle of Man could come to the rescue of UK crypto companies left in limbo
Lee Hills, CEO of blockchain regulation specialists SolutionsHub, explains why the Isle of Man’s renowned support for crypto technology businesses could come to the rescue of more than 150 companies reportedly “left in limbo” by UK regulators. There is a significant backlog of cryptoasset companies waiting for Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) registration in the UK, […]
go to articleCrypto investing has never been more accessible or secure – so why the stigma?
Investing in crypto is often viewed as a high-risk, almost shady practise, but in truth it has never been more credible. SolutionsHub CEO Lee Hills looks at the evolution of crypto investing and the current climate in 2020… The term “crypto investing” brings with it a large amount of stigma, particularly in the eyes of […]
go to articleChina enters a new phase in the development of Digital Yuan
As China's DCEP, or Digital Yuan, enters a new phase of development, Lee Hills and Dan Thomas take an in-depth look at the project's progress
go to articleVisa Bitcoin move brings timely boost for crypto community
Cryptocurrency’s journey towards mass adoption has sometimes appeared in danger of being derailed during the past 12 months but there have been enough positives to maintain momentum and, in the past week, an announcement from Visa was nothing short of a turbo boost. The global payments giant has shown its strongest crypto commitment yet by […]
go to articleLloyd’s shows faith in blockchain with first crypto insurance policy
Another respected name from the world of finance has shown faith in the future of cryptocurrency as Lloyd’s of London moved into the blockchain space. Lloyd’s – regarded as the world’s leading insurance market – announced on Tuesday it was launching a policy specifically designed to protect crypto held in online wallets. Although engaged with […]
go to articleFacebook Libra: Can Zuckerberg’s crypto crusade continue?
The potential scale and ambition of Facebook’s own cryptocurrency, Libra, has many worried but, less than a year since it was first announced, the project has experienced many significant setbacks. Lee Hills, CEO of blockchain regulatory specialists SolutionsHub.im, explores what it will take for the project to succeed, who stands to win and who would […]
go to articleDCEP: China’s crypto embrace will change the world
China’s relationship with cryptocurrency is not a straightforward story and the latest twist in the tale is the confirmed development of DCEP. SolutionsHub CEO Lee Hills takes a deep dive into China’s attitude to blockchain tech and explores how, with a state-backed token, the People’s Bank of China will change the world forever Cryptocurrencies are […]
go to articleUK HMRC seeks cryptocurrency analysis tool
The UK’s tax authority has issued a request for proposals for ‘cryptoasset analysis tooling’ to deal a blow to cybercrime. The move is backed by a £100,000 budget, although the expectation is a subscription by user basis will be applied. This may prove problematic as the current marker leaders charge on variations of a per-check […]
go to articleWill 2020 be the year of the bull? Don’t bank on it…
So 2020 is up and running and we’ve already seen some big stories in the world of blockchain and cryptocurrencies. But what will the rest of 2020 hold and should investors HODL for the rest of the year? Lee Hills, CEO of blockchain regulatory specialists SolutionsHub shares his predictions for crypto in 2020 The year […]
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