Exploring the World of Digital Currencies
An insight into blockchain, digital currency and the world of Fintech.
Staples Center set to become Crypto.com Arena in $700M Deal
Staples Center in Los Angeles, the home of one of the most famous sporting franchises in the world the LA Lakers is being renamed Crypto.com Arena....
Australia’s Commonwealth Bank first to leap into Cryptocurrency Trading
Australia’s largest bank is pushing the boundaries of the traditional finance industry by offering its 6.5 million customers the ability to ....
Workers in the US now have the option to be paid via Coinbase
American cryptocurrency exchange platform Coinbase is poised to offer employees in the US the opportunity to have their wages paid directly into their crypto account.
Kiwi charity better off thanks to $50,000 worth of limited edition NFTs
A New Zealand charity focussed on protecting one of Aotearoa’s most vulnerable birds can assist their feathered friends further now thanks to a $50,000 donation – from an NFT project.
Report shows Blockchain accounts for 10% of early-stage startups
Blockchain is one of the fastest-growing technologies among startups, with 10 per cent of those...
Twitter’s new ‘Tips’ feature allows users to send crypto or cash tips
Social media giant Twitter is rolling out a new feature that will allow users to tip their favourite Tweeters in cryptocurrency.
Staking, what you need to know
Decentralised Finance has the potential to rewire how the financial system works globally.
Blockchain streaming service music to Katy Perry, Jason Derulo’s ears
A decentralised music service backed by global superstars like Katy Perry, Nas, and Jason Derulo has raised millions of dollars in funding for a...
Crypto.com kicks multi-year deal Paris Saint-Germain’s way
European football club Paris Saint-Germain has announced it has signed a multi-year deal with digital currency platform Crypto.com.
Afterpay says retailers can make ‘big savings’ from digital currencies
Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) company Afterpay believes Australian merchants could make big savings if they adopt digital currencies...
E-commerce giant eBay to allow sale of NFTs on its platform
eBay is venturing into the thriving non-fungible token space by including the sale of NFTs in its ‘tech-led reimagination’.
Fiat currency to be superseded by digital assets within 5-10 years
The end of physical money is nigh, that’s the opinion of senior finance executives surveyed by Deloitte Consulting LLP.
UK customers can now buy, hold and sell digital currencies with PayPal
As Qoin prepares to roll its way into the UK market, it’s timely that PayPal has announced that UK customers can now trade Bitcoin and other digital currencies using the payment system.
Digital currency experts are big business
An increasing number of Fortune 500 companies like Walmart, JPMorgan Chase and Apple are acknowledging the surge in digital currency uptake by recruiting specialist staff into those roles.
Cyberbullying is out of control, new legislation aims to silence the haters
Social media addiction is one of the driving forces behind the disturbing number of cyberbullies trolling the globe. It’s hoped new legislation will curb the hate.
Tokenised assets like Qoin set to benefit from $32 trillion growth
The world is on ‘the starting blocks of another fundamental transformation of the finance industry’ and Australia is poised to lead the way thanks to digital assets like Qoin, industry experts say.
Formula One switches gears, teams up with cryptocurrency sponsor
Formula One has taken its 2021 Sprint series up a gear by announcing a multi-million-dollar partnership with a world-renowned cryptocurrency exchange.
Sotheby’s will accept digital currency for rare diamond
It is indeed a ‘rare’ occasion when Sotheby’s announces it will accept digital currency payments for a flawless diamond valued between A$13 million and $19 million.
Hobart opens world’s second NFT gallery
Australia’s first non-fungible token (NFT) gallery opened its doors to the art-loving public earlier this month with its first exhibition scheduled to run from June 16-22.
The benefits & versatility of Qoin: How will it help you?
Not all digital currencies are made the same. You may be vaguely familiar with the buzzwords of digital currencies—blockchain, nodes, exchanges etc.—but not all digital currencies interact with these technologies in the same ways.
Why we love digital currency (and why you should too)
It’s no secret that we here at Qoin are believers in the potential of digital currency. What’s more, we think if you knew why we’re so excited, you would be too.
How digital currency trading can be used in your small business
Digital currency trading was once an arena occupied exclusively by tech-savvy investors. As digital currency continues to be accessed by global communities, the potential benefits for small businesses
The exciting new innovations driving digital currency
Time waits for no man, and the same can be said for digital currency! The digital world is constantly evolving and growing at a breakneck pace. The revolutionary technologies behind digital currency
Advantages that digital currency have over cash
Around the world, more and more people and businesses are recognising the benefits of digital currency. Convenient and secure, digital currency is quickly
Will digital currency revolutionise digital marketplaces?
As businesses and customers around the world are beginning to adapt to a cashless society, the use of digital currency is growing in popularity across
How will the growing use of digital currencies impact Australia?
Digital currencies have become a global phenomenon, and their rise hasn’t bypassed Australia. Data from ADCA and Accenture suggests that Australia’s digital currency
Women in Fintech, who is leading the way?
In the world of Fintech and digital currency, the industry continues to be heavily dominated by men. It has been reported that only 8% of Fintech directors across the world are women.
What is decentralised finance?
Traditional currencies are controlled and governed by centralised bodies. Here in Australia, this body is the Reserve Bank of Australia, which is responsible for the printing of Australian currency and
Blockchain: not just for digital currencies
By now, almost everyone has heard of blockchain technology, although many still don’t understand exactly what it is. Bitcoin wouldn’t have survived without it, but that doesn’t mean its
What is FinTech?
FinTech is short for financial technology – but what is Fintech and what does this mean? FinTech is responsible for some of the major trends which have shaped the financial services industry in recent years
Will the future be 100% digital?
The world is going digital and the future looks to incorporate more digital technology into our lives than we could have ever imagined. Organisations are being propelled into a digitally focused world,
Global banks look towards digital currencies
Digital advancements across the globe. As a digital future becomes a daily reality for many, banks across the world have been moving towards digital currencies.
A cashless society; it’s closer than you think
The idea of a cashless society used to seem wholly unrealistic. However, in the wake of the global pandemic and as Fintech becomes the norm, the dawn of the cashless society is gathering pace.
Are digital currencies right for you?
While digital currencies have fast become one of the latest Fintech trends in Australia, it can be difficult to know whether incorporating them into your financial plan is a sensible choice for you to make.