FCA UK announced criminal prosecution in relation to an unauthorised investment scheme
August 22nd, 2018
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a press release to inform that has commenced a criminal prosecution against Mark Barry Starling (date of birth: 23/01/1961) of Farnham, Surrey, for three offences relating to unauthorised investment schemes alleged to ...
Venezuela ties its currency to a state-run cryptocoin the Petro; Hardly anyone knows what to expect out of this
August 21st, 2018
Venezuela has just taken drastic and unprecedented steps to stabilize its currency as it grapples with hyperinflation and other economic issues. The country’s currency has not only been massively devalued and renamed, but is now tied to a state-issued ...
Client Relations Managers
March 12th, 2018
Client Relations Managers Reference Number: CRM1018 The position: We are looking for energetic, high calibre and self-motivated professionals to join our Client Relations Department. The main responsibilities of the position include: Contributing to the implementation of the company’s market ...
‘Big Bitcoin Heist’—Iceland Cryptocurrency Thefts Lead to 11 Arrests
March 6th, 2018
Eleven people, including a security guard, were arrested in Iceland in connection with the theft of almost $2 million worth of cryptocurrency-mining equipment from local data centers. Icelandic media are referring to the theft as the “Big Bitcoin Heist.” ...
Russian-Speaking Client Relations Managers
January 30th, 2018
Russian-Speaking Client Relations Managers Reference Number: CRMRU1018 The position: We are looking for energetic and self-motivated professionals to join our Client Relations team in Cyprus. The main responsibilities of the position include: Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with prospective ...
Bitcoin: Does it really use more electricity than Ireland?
December 12th, 2017
Can something which has no physical presence consume as much electricity as an entire country? The internet has recently been awash with claims that the digital currency Bitcoin could be using more electricity than a number of developed nations. ...
Western Union Blocks Cryptocurrency-Related Transactions
December 6th, 2017
International money transfer services provider Western Union (WU) has launched a campaign against wire transfer transactions involving digital currency exchanges. The company’s decision to disallow cryptocurrency-related services or transactions is covered by its internal regulations. In a post by ...
Four Guilty In Relation To £1.4 Million Investment Scheme
December 4th, 2017
In a criminal prosecution brought by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Samrat Bhandari and Dr Muhammad Aleem Mirza have been found guilty for their roles in operating an investment scheme which led to more than 300 investors losing a ...
How to raise funds for health-related spending? Tax salty foods
October 19th, 2017
Portugal has announced plans to introduce a tax on salty foods to raise funds for health-related spending. Under the measure, foods with a salt concentration of one gram or more per 100 grams of product will be subject to ...
Chinese Client Relations Manager
October 13th, 2017
Responsibilities: Develop trust and rapport with clients. Increase client LTV (life time value) by maintaining a strong relationship through frequent communication. Raise client awareness to product diversification, risks associated with leveraged products and promotional offers and campaigns. Provide regular ...