Crypto News

New Platform Echo Launches, Aims to Democratize Angel Investing in the Cryptosphere

Jordan Fish, known as Cobie on the social media platform X, has helped launched a new project called Echo, aimed at revolutionizing angel investment in the crypto market by allowing investors to pool funds for large investments. Echo distinguishes itself not just as another investment platform, but as a tool for breaking down barriers inSource link

Singapore Enacts Licencing Requirements for Crypto Custody Services and Others

Singapore has expanded the scope of what cryptocurrency-related activities it regulates to include custodial services, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced on Tuesday.Source link

Bitwise Explores ETP Offering for Ethereum Layer-2 Networks

Bitwise is eyeing an Exchange Traded Product (ETP) focused on Ethereum's layer-2 solutions, with CIO Matt Hougan confident in the ecosystem's potential. (Read More)Source link

HSBC Launches Tokenized Gold Product Targeting Hong Kong Market

HSBC, the London-based financial institution, launched the first bank-backed tokenized gold product for its customers in Hong Kong. HSBC Gold Token will allow retail investors to purchase tokenized gold from their smartphones using the bank’s online app, democratizing access to these gold contracts for retail customers and leveraging distributed ledger technology. HSBC Debuts Tokenized GoldSource link

Bitcoin Drops Over 5% as Upbeat U.S. Factory Data Powers Dollar Index to Nearly 5-Month High

The U.S. factory activity unexpectedly expanded in March, data released Monday showed, sending the dollar index higher.Source link