cryptocurrency

Hi-tech firms offer shelter, donations for Israelis harmed by Hamas war

The Israel Advanced Technology Industries Association also reassures global clients and investors that Israeli hi-tech will continue to function throughout the ongoing conflict.

Sam Bankman-Fried heads for trial on charges of stealing billions from FTX users

Bankman-Fried has pleaded not guilty to seven counts of fraud and conspiracy. He has acknowledged inadequate risk management, but denied stealing funds.

By REUTERS
03/10/2023

Sam Bankman-Fried asks judge for suits to wear at trial

Bankman-Fried also asked to be given four dress shirts, three ties, one belt, four pairs of socks, two pairs of shoes and "appropriate undergarments."

By REUTERS
27/09/2023
Israel develops new 'bitcoin' currency (Illustrative)

Israel central bank says digital shekel launch an 'open question'

Israel's central bank has been experimenting with a digital shekel with its Hong Kong counterpart and the Bank for International Settlements.

By REUTERS
12/09/2023

Bankman-Fried loses bid to get out of jail, appeals court will hear case

US District Judge Lewis Kaplan on Aug. 11 revoked Bankman-Fried's $250 million bail after finding that the former billionaire likely tampered with witnesses at least twice.

By REUTERS
06/09/2023

Porn, scams and fake news: The growing realm of deepfakes

An NBC News investigation found deepfakes on multiple social media platforms, and concern is growing for how this new technology will impact people.

This Israeli start-up wants to make it easier to use cryptocurrency - opinion

By making crypto – namely, Bitcoin – access as easy as PayPal or Bit, the ecosystem will attain new levels of functionality and usage without needing a million intermediaries in between.

Bankman-Fried used stolen money to support Dems, Republicans - US

Bankman-Fried rode a boom in cryptocurrency values to amass a fortune that was once estimated at $26 billion, and became an influential donor to mostly Democratic candidates and causes.

By REUTERS
15/08/2023

FTX's Bankman-Fried headed for jail over alleged witness tampering

Judge Lewis Kaplan's decision to jail the 31-year-old former billionaire ahead of his Oct. 2 fraud trial over FTX's November 2022 collapse came after prosecutors said he had "crossed a line."

By REUTERS
12/08/2023

North Korea developing nuclear weapons, evading sanctions in 2023 - UN report

The monitors, who report to the council twice a year, have previously accused North Korea of using cyberattacks to help fund its nuclear and missile programs.

By REUTERS
11/08/2023
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