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Australian millennials & Gen Z save $2.4bn using Raiz Invest app

Amid Australia's living-cost crisis, over 300,000 local millennials and Gen Z users saved up to $2.4bn cumulatively since joining micro-investing app Raiz Invest, exploiting technology for modern saving strategies.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2024

Crypto

Nearly half of Aussies plan to invest in crypto in 2023

Despite three-quarters of Australians still being confused about crypto, 47 percent are still considering investing in cryptocurrencies in 2023.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Jan 2023

Malware

Big business in cryptocurrencies and cybercrime

Cryptocurrencies are valuable, digital, anonymous, and can be used across borders - they can be sent to others anytime, anywhere.

By Stephen Kho • 5 min read • Wed, 10th Aug 2022

Global Stories

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Global investors anticipate impact of upcoming Bitcoin halving

Investors worldwide are closely observing the coming Bitcoin 'halving', an anticipated event that will halve the miners' reward. This could possibly influence the cryptocurrency's economic impact by mimicking precious metal scarcity dynamics.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024

Data Protection

Australia's growing love for cryptocurrency shakes investment norms

In Australia, around 4.5 million citizens now own cryptocurrency, led by brokerage and asset management firm Caleb and Brown.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024

Crypto

Bitcoin exceeds $72k mark, soaring to unprecedented high

Bitcoin's value has soared past $72,000 for the first time ever, fueled by increased acceptance of the cryptocurrency by influential financial institutions and the anticipation of the upcoming halving event.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Mar 2024

Ransomware

ESET report exposes rise of AI attacks & Android spyware

ESET's latest report highlights an environment riddled with significant security incidents, AI-themed attacks and Android spyware cases.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023

Crypto

Future of money could be shaped by Bitcoin and CBDCs

Simon Angelo explores future of money, looking into impacts of Bitcoin, banks, BRICS nations and central bank digital currencies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Nov 2023

Encryption

Blockchain's Profound Impact on Automotive Industry

Blockchain technology is revolutionizing the automotive industry, bringing transparency and efficiency. However, COVID-19 hindered its growth.

By Suchita Gupta • 4 min read • Wed, 31st May 2023

Crypto

Nvidia joins the list of brands favoured by fraudsters

Scammers posing as Nvidia launched a fraudulent website for their 30th anniversary, offering a fake Bitcoin giveaway. The scammers used an incorrect logo color.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Jul 2022

EduTech

Bitcoin ATMs becoming more mainstream, increasing by 4,200% worldwide

Bankless Times has recently carried out research that highlights an increase of 4200% in global Bitcoin ATMs in the past six years.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Fri, 11th Mar 2022

Crypto

2021 a year to remember for blockchain industry - report

Blockchain application research firm Huobi Research Institute has released its Global Blockchain Industry Overview and Trends 2021-2022 Annual Report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jan 2022

EduTech

Check Point Research reveals how hackers run token scams and 'Rug Pull' money - and how to avoid them

Scammers are altering smart contracts to create fraudulent tokens and stealing money from unsuspecting individuals, warns Check Point Research.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022

Firewalls

Ability to access and share data may drive more cybercrime in 2022 - security firm

Enabling data to move more easily between organisations will undoubtedly lead to more crime, says a cybersecurity firm.

By RNZ • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Jan 2022

Data Analytics

Bitcoin's in a slump but expert says ignore the crypto deniers to build long term wealth

Bitcoin set for worst monthly performance since May as CEO of deVere Group urges investors to ignore crypto skeptics.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jan 2022

Stories from Other Regions

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Kiwi investors anticipate Bitcoin Halving boost, Binance study shows

Binance study reveals high optimism among Kiwi investors over the potential boost in Bitcoin value amid its upcoming halving event and significant institutional investment.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2024

Crypto

Easy crypto on Crypto taxes: Ignorance is never bliss!

As crypto trading gains momentum, with colossal drops and staggering climbs, many traders forget about ensuing tax requirements, wrongly assuming it to be outside conventional financial regulations.

By Janine Grainger • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024

Crypto

IWD 2024: Crypto is in 'catch-up' mode when it comes to inclusivity…

Despite its promise of financial equality, the crypto industry struggles with inclusivity, marked by underrepresentation and male dominance in finance and technology.

By Janine Grainger • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024