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As digital assets keep evolving, traders are embracing more advanced trading tools, other than spot trading. The most notable of them include crypto futures, which are derivative contracts that enable the participants to engage in speculation of prices without necessarily having the underlying cryptocurrency. To bloggers and analysts in the
Aavishkaar Capital, the investment arm of Aavishkaar Group, has led the INR 60 Crore (USD 6.6 Mn) investment in FREED, India’s first technology-driven debt relief platform, with participation from existing investors, Sanjay Nayar led Sorin Investments, Piper Serica and Sattva Ventures. Debt relief is a mature $50 billion
- The transactions are linked to a terrorist group. - Binance fires employees (investigators) who whistleblowed and face backlash. - Binance says it had to fire them for breaking company protocol.
South Korea’s major cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb unintentionally sent out more than $40 billion worth of Bitcoin, triggering one of the most extraordinary errors in crypto history and prompting calls for tougher digital asset rules. The incident unfolded on 6 February 2026 when Bithumb was running a reward campaign to
- Global turmoil and delayed U.S. data pushed Bitcoin lower by 6%. - The Bitcoin price drop on Tuesday nearly touched its lowest ($72,884.38 in 2024, November). - Experts characterise the dip as normal and express long-term optimism.
StartupTalky presents Recap'25, a series of exclusive interviews where we connect with founders and industry leaders to reflect on their journey in 2025 and discuss their vision for the future. In this edition of Recap’25, StartupTalky speaks with Abhay Agarwal, Founder & CEO of GetBit, who reflects
- The PMLA court has issued a notice to Raj Kundra for a trial on January 19. - ED alleges Kundra holds 285 Bitcoins worth over INR 150 crore under money laundering. - Raj Kundra claims that he is just a mediator.
StartupTalky presents Recap'25, a series of exclusive interviews where we connect with founders and industry leaders to reflect on their journey in 2025 and discuss their vision for the future. In this edition of Recap’25, StartupTalky speaks with Abhishek Singh, CEO and Co-Founder of SecureDApp, who reflects
Coinbase Global Inc.'s proposal to purchase a minority share in DCX Global Ltd., the company that controls the brand, technology, and intellectual property of cryptocurrency unicorn CoinDCX, has been accepted by the Competition Commission of India (CCI). Coinbase, a US-based company, has lately extended its operations to India
After holding the range around $91,000 for the previous week, Bitcoin dropped roughly 6% in the last day to trade below the $86,000 level on 1 December amid a widespread market sell-off. The price of the coin was $85,778. Ethereum dropped 5.85% to $2,814 over
Jawed Habib is best known for snipping, styling, and making Bollywood stars look red-carpet ready for decades. Jawed Habib is one of India's most celebrated hairstylists, but nowadays he has been trending for all the wrong reasons. From viral workshop antics to multi-crore crypto fraud allegations, the man
Zerodha founder and CEO Nithin Kamath has shared a reflective post on the recurring nature of market booms and crashes, pointing out that greed and leverage continue to drive financial cycles, much like they did a century ago. Kamath Recommends Andrew Ross Sorkin’s 1929 as Essential Reading In a
Robert Kiyosaki, author of ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad,’ warns of a historic 2025 market crash, citing risks to traditional savings. He highlights silver and Ethereum as potential safe-haven assets amid rising economic uncertainty.
The Sambhal police have stepped up their efforts against Jawed Habib, a famous hairstylist, and his family for allegedly defrauding more than 100 individuals out of crores of rupees. Nineteen fresh cases were recently filed, bringing the total number of complaints against Javed Habib and his son Anas Habib to
Governments backing Bitcoin and easing regulations are making Bitcoin a less risky investment, but will that be enough to go from $111K to $1M by 2030? Learn more.
A software developer from Bengaluru has been taken into custody on suspicion of taking part in a huge cryptocurrency theft that targeted CoinDCX, a well-known Indian exchange, and cost INR 379 crore. Neblio Technologies, the parent firm of CoinDCX, submitted an official complaint, according to police, which prompted the breakthrough.
Mobile cryptocurrency trading has seen a tremendous surge in India due to the increased number of beginners who started using apps before getting into real trading. The trend of trading via smartphones is going to another level with its user-friendly and seamless trading experience. Nowadays, trading apps have become quite
On Thursday, Bitcoin exceeded the $93,000 level, advancing over 6.5% in one day, while major altcoins surged as much as 15%. This increase occurred alongside an impressive turnaround in US policy. President Trump now seems to be in favor of the digital currency. He has proposed some relaxing
In the high-stakes world of Indian telecommunications, where industry giants battle for dominance and rapid technological shifts define market dynamics, Akshaya Moondra has been the steady hand guiding Vodafone Idea (Vi) through its most turbulent era. As the CEO since August 2022, Moondra inherited a company grappling with financial distress,
For anyone who’s ever stood at the edge of the cryptocurrency pool, tentatively dipping a toe before retreating to the safer ground of traditional finance, stablecoins might just be the armbands one needs. In a world of wild price swings, the appeal of something – anything – with a modicum of
This article has been contributed by Zoina Shaikh, Founder, Hodlpr. Web2 and Web3 marketing share the same fundamental principles, but treating them the same way is a recipe for failure. Having spent over eight years in both traditional and crypto marketing, I’ve seen both sides firsthand. The difference is
As part of its investigation into the INR 6,600 crore GainBitcoin cryptocurrency scam, the CBI carried out coordinated nationwide searches at 60 locations on 25 February, according to officials. A CBI spokeswoman stated in a statement that the searches, which targeted locations allegedly connected to important accused individuals, were
About $1.5 billion worth of cryptocurrency tokens were taken from Bybit by hackers in what the digital asset exchange called the worst crime in the history of the sector. The CEO of Bybit, Ben Zhou, said in a post on X that Ethereum tokens were being stolen from the
Prominent fintech companies, such as Paytm and PayU, have refuted claims that they are one of a few payment gateways under investigation by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a cryptocurrency scam. In response to the account freezing reports, Paytm denied receiving any notice of this kind from the
It is not a secret that cryptocurrencies have become an integral part of our financial lives. Despite the seemingly complicated structure, the process of crypto trading is quite logical and can be simplified if you follow the sequence of several steps. This article explores the course of action new investors
In addition to resuming platform operations, WazirX has announced plans to create a decentralised exchange (DEX). This action is intended to assist in compensating users who suffered losses totalling INR 2,000 crore as a result of a massive cyberattack that compromised the company's multisignature wallet. Features including
In this exclusive interaction with StartupTalky, Mr. Tapan Sangal, the founder of MAI Labs, shares about his passion for technology which can make a fair digital world. Inspired by the potential of decentralization, Mr. Sangal shares how MAI Labs is breaking down barriers through its innovative KALP blockchain platform and
The country's top government agencies are now investigating cryptocurrency exchange WazirX, which experienced a big cyber theft in July that cost INR 2,000 crore, or roughly $234 million. Millions of users are still waiting for their money in digital assets to be returned. The government is reportedly
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This article has been contributed by Atul Anand, Director - Business Strategy (Industrial & Logistics), XRE Consultants. First thing First, how I see blockchain is as a collection of blocks (because it is a collection, hence it is called blockchain) which are encrypted in a particular manner and are irreversible
Wazirx, an Indian cryptocurrency exchange, announced on 3 September 2024 through social networking site X that Phase 2 of INR withdrawals had been released ahead of schedule. This comes after the cyberattack that occurred on July 18 and resulted in the theft of more than $230 million worth of cryptocurrencies.
Launched by S. Krishnan, Secretary of India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), the Vishvasya-Blockchain Technology Stack provides Blockchain-as-a-Service through a distributed infrastructure that can support different approved Blockchain applications. The National Blockchain Portal, Praamaanik, a groundbreaking blockchain-enabled solution for authenticating the provenance of mobile applications, and
Both the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store in India have reported the reappearance of the Binance cryptocurrency exchange after a seven-month absence. As a result of the exchange's registration as a reporting entity with India's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU-IND), the applications and website
Hackers allegedly stole over $230 million in customer holdings, or about half of the platform's reserves, from WazirX, one of the country's main cryptocurrency enterprises. This was one of the worst hacks on an Indian exchange. This event demonstrates the difficulty in securing Bitcoin exchanges and
This article is to be attributed to Edul Patel, CEO of Mudrex, a Global Crypto Investment Platform. In recent times, cryptocurrencies have seen massive growth and adoption with regulatory developments and giant companies investing in it. With this, the global crypto market capitalization also reached the peak at $2.5
Dubai, April 19, 2024: Following a resounding success, VAP Group is thrilled to announce the triumphant conclusion of the inaugural editions of the Global AI Show and the Global Blockchain Show, held on April 16 and 17, 2024, at Grand Hyatt, Dubai. The heavy rainfall that hit Dubai on Tuesday
Global Blockchain Show Dubai, set for April 16–17, 2024, at the opulent Grand Hyatt Dubai, is a grand blockchain event organized by VAP Group. With an anticipated attendance of over 10,000, the largest blockchain exhibition venue of 12,000 sqm aims to provide interactions, learnings, and collaborations with
Dubai, [14/03/2024]: VAP Group is proud to announce the launch of the Global Blockchain Awards, honoring the brightest minds and boldest innovators in the Web3 space. Set against the backdrop of the esteemed Global Blockchain Show, this exclusive awards ceremony will take place on April 15, 2024, at
StartupTalky presents Recap'23, a series of in-depth interviews where we engage with founders and industry leaders to explore their growth in 2023 and their predictions for the future. The fintech sector, a dynamic fusion of finance and technology, is transforming conventional banking and financial services. Digital payments, blockchain,
StartupTalky presents Recap'23, a series of in-depth interviews where we engage with founders and industry leaders to explore their growth in 2023 and their predictions for the future. The fintech industry, a dynamic blend of finance and technology, is revolutionizing traditional banking and financial services. Digital payments, blockchain,
In today's advancing landscape of blockchain and Web3 technologies, security is a top priority. SecureDApp, a leading player in the field, specializes in providing comprehensive blockchain security solutions and smart contract audits. Their core mission is to ensure the safety and reliability of blockchain applications, enabling startups and
Web3 to add $1.1 trillion to India’s GDP by 2032. Over 450 Web3 startups in India raised $1.3 billion in funding by April 2023. Web3 is the next generation of the internet, built on blockchain technology. It is a decentralized and open web that gives users more
Company Profile is an initiative by StartupTalky to publish verified information on different startups and organisations. The content in this post has been approved by CoinDCX. A massive increase in the number of internet users has reactivated virtual world concepts and spawned a new market phenomenon known as cryptocurrency to
Wednesday, August 8, 2023: The World AI Show, World Blockchain Summit, and World CX Summit (#TresconABC) concluded on August 3, 2023, with thought-provoking discussions, futuristic innovations, and actionable insights at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore. With over 1500+ C-level attendees, 100+ speakers, 200+ investors, and
Thursday, August 3, 2023: Singapore witnessed a successful convergence of global tech leaders, cutting-edge innovation, and insightful deliberations on the latest trends that dominate the emerging technology space. Day 1 of the World AI Show, World Blockchain Summit, and World CX Summit (#TresconABC) concluded with resounding success at the Marina
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The Web3 industry is rapidly evolving, bringing new opportunities and challenges to businesses. The global market size of Web3 is expected to grow to $82.72 billion by 2030 from $3.3 billion in 2021. In India, the Web3 market is expected to grow from $0.0049 billion in 2022
Company Profile is an initiative by StartupTalky to publish verified information on different startups and organizations. The content in this post has been approved by Aleo. Blockchain technology has witnessed a significant rise and fall in the last decade. It has rapidly evolved its applications and functionalities and transformed the
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The recently unveiled FTX crypto scandal has sent shivers down the spine of the crypto world with crypto prices reaching an all-time low. In October 2021, Bitcoin witnessed a massive peak of over $65,000 whereas now it struggles to conquer the $20,000 mark. Thanks to the stunning collapse
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The cryptocurrency industry has experienced tremendous growth over the past years, with Bitcoin, Ethereum and other crypto projects paving the path for entrepreneurs to launch their own crypto startups. Digital currencies went from being the underdog of the financial system to an increasingly appealing payment mechanism and investment venue. By
Company Profile is an initiative by StartupTalky to publish verified information on different startups and organizations. The content in this post has been approved by ZebPay. While scrolling through your news feed, you will find at least one piece of info related to cryptocurrency or bitcoin. Indeed cryptocurrency is taking
In 2023, all of us want to get the best deals dreaming of a breathtaking ride on a bullish wave. What would you say that this year you can get paid for your guilty pleasures like scrolling your video feed on TikTok? Probably, each of us lamented that we did
Remember when crypto mining was something anyone could do with just a decent computer? Yeah, those days are long gone. Nowadays, mining is a pricey and technical endeavor that's out of reach for most people. This has led to a situation where mining is centralized in the hands
The cryptocurrency market has found millions of investors in India over recent years. While people hesitated to invest in this relatively new asset class during the early years, the rising buzz and FOMO around cryptocurrencies made many join this bandwagon. Unfortunately, this rapid growth didn’t attract investors alone. It
This article looks at the main changes that have occurred in the remote working and sub-contracting or outsourcing sector. It’s an important sector for small and emerging businesses to be aware of and keep up to date with the latest changes, so continue reading to find out more. Increase
The article has been published in collaboration with the Binance Team Crypto is a hot topic nowadays, so wanting to know more about it is only natural. Why do so many people invest in these digital assets? Are they reliable? Can you really become rich by investing in them? When
FTX is a cryptocurrency exchange that was founded in May 2019 by Sam Bankman-Fried and Gary Wang. It was built by the traders and for the traders. While it has its official headquarters in the Bahamas, FTX is managed from the US. Its biggest offices are located in Chicago and
Cryptocurrencies have been gaining a lot of popularity lately, as more and more people are looking for ways to invest their money. However, before you jump on the crypto bandwagon, there are a few things you need to know in order to be able to safely invest in cryptocurrencies. Here
A distributed database system that can sign, exchange, and verify transactions and records without the control of a central party is called a Blockchain. This open and secure way of conducting business transactions creates a level of security, transparency, and trust not previously possible. It enables additional stakeholders such as
Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency all available digital-only. Bitcoin was first introduced in the year 2009 on Jan 03. From its start till now, there were many ups and downs faced by bitcoin to now become one of the major cryptocurrencies accepted in all places of the world. Cryptocurrencies are different
Company Profile is an initiative by StartupTalky to publish verified information on different startups and organizations. The content in this post has been approved by Moonpay. The Public's faith in crypto has exploded in the meantime. It's a major topic not only among investors but also
The third version of the internet, known as Web 3.0, promises a decentralised, free, and open exchange of digital information. The most frequently discussed subject among investors and businesspeople has been Web3, which includes advanced technology like cryptocurrencies, blockchains, NFTs, and the metaverse. CEOs and company executives from all
With the industrialization and absorption of technology, digital currencies are gaining much importance of late. Bitcoin is undoubtedly one of the most popular digital currencies because it was the first-ever cryptocurrency that was discovered in 2009, by the pseudonymous developer Satoshi Nakamoto. Therefore, the people who are aware of cryptocurrencies
Crypto, blockchain, tokens, and Bitcoin are words that get thrown into conversations quite often these days as if we’ve been using them forever. The truth is they’ve only sneaked into our vocabulary recently, but the frequency with which they are used makes it seem like they’ve been
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Company Profile is an initiative by StartupTalky to publish verified information on different startups and organizations. The content in this post has been approved by Coinbase. With the passage of days, currencies have evolved. The physical currency that we use today, has also undergone a list of transformations in terms
Cryptocurrency is creating a lot of buzz these days. It is getting popular and gaining acceptance at various levels. In India, cryptocurrency cannot be labelled as completely legal or illegal. It is kind of a grey area. So, analyzing the cryptocurrency industry in India becomes crucial. In this article, we
Company Profile is an initiative by StartupTalky to publish verified information on different startups and organizations. The content in this post has been approved by Mudrex. A rapidly growing sector of the larger financial technology (fintech) business is the cryptocurrency market. In order to enable secure and open transactions, the
The cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Dogecoin had been surging their value in recent years. The meme-based Dogecoin had reached its all-time high being part of the top 10 cryptocurrencies according to the market capitalization. Other than Bitcoin and Dogecoin there is a new cryptocurrency creating excitement in the crypto
Company Profile is an initiative by StartupTalky to publish verified information on different startups and organizations. The content in this post has been approved by Binance. The advent of cryptocurrencies spawned a slew of crypto exchanges to make trading and purchasing cryptos easier. Because cryptocurrencies are digital assets, investors have
Cryptocurrency is a digital or virtual form of currency that is secured through cryptography. Cryptocurrencies are not issued or regulated by any central authority or bank, hence making them immune to any international interference or manipulation. They are distributed over a wide network of computers and are regulated through Blockchains
In recent years, cryptocurrency has become the most popular topic in the whole world. Each second, the value of cryptocurrencies fluctuates. A few exchanges are in place to facilitate the trading of cryptocurrencies, one of them is Uniswap. Centralized exchanges such as Binance, Coinbase, Huobi Global, and others are available.
Cryptocurrencies have a separate fanbase that loves to mine, possess and trade in them. Ever since bitcoin, the open-source software, was released as the world’s first cryptocurrency, the era of this new form of digital currencies began. The craze of cryptocurrencies is nothing new and is the drive that
Cryptocurrencies are on the rise and as normal individuals, it is high time we acknowledge their potential and worth. Bitcoin hit its highest so far in April 2021 hitting $63,729.5 for 1 BTC. Most people have heard of Bitcoin but are unaware of other types of bitcoin in
There was a time when Bitcoin was the hot news in all forms of media. There were confusions regarding its credibility and liquidity. Now, flouting all of that in air, comes the wrapped Bitcoins amidst all the discussions about wrapped tokens. What is Wrapped Bitcoin or WBTC? Is Wrapped Bitcoin
One of the major countries in the world China has banned any transactions and financial products related to cryptocurrency in the country. The Chinese government had earlier bought certain regulations towards these financial assets. Let’s look at the reason for the ban and how it has affected the cryptocurrency
Stablecoins are gaining popularity in the recent years. As of May 2020 Stablecoins, were worth USD 10 billion. In certain countries like Brazil, people are preferring stable coins to their national currencies. That is during uncertain economic conditions. Let’s look at the below article for the meaning of stable
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The way people do transactions has evolved dramatically over centuries, from a barter system to a monetary system; from plastic money to now bitcoins. Since its creation in 2009 by Satoshi Nakamoto, an increasing number of people now see Bitcoins as a trusted way of transaction, as now major companies
NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) have gained a lot of popularity in recent years. You would have already been through certain social media posts or gone through some news about NFT’s of certain arts being sold for billions of dollars. Let’s understand what exactly NFT auction Marketplace are. What is
Indian Government is planning to introduce a new bill that will ban all the private cryptocurrencies in the country. The government has plans to ban cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin and Ethereum and to introduce a national cryptocurrency. The new bill is planned to be introduced in the lower house of
Cybersecurity is at the tipping point entering 2021. Advances in AI and ML are accelerating its technological progress. Technology which can take us forward and empower us, can also show the flip side that is Cyber Crime. By creating cybersecurity systems that encourage diversity and value equality, we can help
Bitcoin is a digital coin and it is considered as one of the best investment instruments by the Millennials. Bitcoin is a virtual currency that depends on blockchain technology. It is used to make purchases but mostly it is considered an investment option. Bitcoin has provided an amazing return over
Most of us would have heard about bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. It is all over the news and everyone speaks about the fancy returns provided by this digital coin. It has created its mark in the market. It was not so famous some years back and the value of the coin
The crypto ecosystem has been doing news rounds ever since the RBI proposed a ban on using or trading or holding Crypto currency in 2018. It was all cloudy for the crypto investors until recently when the Supreme court in 2020 quashed the ban on trading on virtual currencies. RBI
Invented by software engineers Billy Markus & Jackson Palmer, Dogecoin is a cryptocurrency. It features the face of Shiba Innu dog from the "Doge" meme as its logo & name. Discover all about the Story of Dogecoin in the article ahead... What are Dogecoins? Formation and History of
From early history, the banking industry has been acting as an intermediary to conduct financial transactions. Technology has always had an impact on the banking system. Major banks and financial institutions are realizing that blockchain technology could vastly improve the efficiency of their processes –particularly in cross-border payments – and reduce
Cryptocurrency wallets are software that can be used to view cryptocurrency balances and make transactions. Digital wallets expedite the rates of cryptocurrency transactions by facilitating the sending, receiving, and storing of cryptocurrency. Most wallets these days are loaded with features that enhance the process of trading cryptocurrency. The top bitcoin
Compared to the traditional global financial systems or procedures, blockchain technology is considered to be in its infancy. Besides, the superior features that blockchain contains, they can potentially improve or evolve the existing solutions not only in industry and commerce but in all the aspects of our day to day
Cryptocurrency is a thriving ecosystem, encroaching on conventional territory and is redefining the Finance sector. Over the last few years, Bitcoin users and transactions have averaged a growth rate of nearly 60% annually. Similarly in private and public investors have deepened the commitment to cryptocurrencies including Ethereum, Ripple, and Stellar,
Digital payment is a way of performing payments without the use of digital currency. It is also known as electronic payment. In digital payments, both payer and payee rely on digital modes to send and receive money. In today’s digital era, our dependency on smartphones exceeds the wildest possibilities.
The digital transformation of the world has created an abundance of knowledge online to teach us, when we don’t have the opportunity to learn from a mentor or guide ourselves. With the help of online courses, we can apply some structured guidance to how we approach our interpersonal interactions,
Algorithmic trading is the use of a computer program with a defined set of criterions to carry through trades. The criterion for the system typically includes timing, price, or quantity. Algorithmic trading makes use of complex formulas, combined with mathematical models and human oversight, to make decisions to buy or
The banking sector has modernized and tried to deal with all types of hindrances in transactions, leakages and ease of process utilising internet. Digital payments have almost ended the sluggish and orthodox process of physical transactions. It just takes few minutes to do the payments using credit/debit cards Or
India is fast becoming a home for startups. With several initiatives that were undertaken by the Government to strengthen the economic state of the country, startups have witnessed a growth in mobility, food tech, gaming, and many other fields. The Confluence of social as well as technological factors has deeply
Logistics and supply chain management are the most important attributes for manufacturing and servicing industries. For any business in the ecosystem, an optimized logistical chain is a must. With the vision to create a platform or a marketplace and a central grid which will facilitate the trade stakeholders' single
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