Author: Editorial Office CVJ.CH

Robinhood Markets has announced an agreement to acquire cryptocurrency exchange Bitstamp. The strategic acquisition aims to complement the Robinhood app with Bitstamp’s extensive global exchange capabilities and support expansion into Europe. Founded in 2011, Bitstamp was one of the first cryptocurrency exchanges. The platform was originally created as a Europe-focused alternative to the then-dominant exchange, Mt. Gox. Over the years, the company expanded from Slovenia to other countries, but never achieved a breakthrough similar to today’s leading exchanges. According to a blog post, Robinhood’s acquisition of Bitstamp will take place in 2025 at a valuation of $200 million, marking a…

The Swiss product issuer 21Shares is parting ways with Cathie Wood’s fund company ARK Invest for the upcoming spot Ethereum ETF.

On the occasion of Crypto Valley’s tenth anniversary, Inacta Ventures, in collaboration with CVJ.CH, is publishing a comprehensive list of visionaries who have significantly contributed to the development and advancement of the blockchain sector in Switzerland and worldwide. This curated list of Web3 Visionaries honors not only the pioneers who laid the groundwork for the industry’s current prominence, but also those who are shaping its future direction. These individuals are driving innovation in the dynamic world of blockchain, further solidifying and expanding the status of Crypto Valley. Global crypto hub in the heart of switzerland The cohesive ecosystem of the…

One of Japan’s lesser known crypto exchanges, DMM Bitcoin, lost 4,500 bitcoins worth over $300 million in a hack last week. This is the largest attack on a crypto company since the FTX collapse in November 2022. In a Japanese blog post, DMM Bitcoin shared the impact of the hack with the public. The exchange described the incident as an “unauthorized leak” of 4,500 bitcoin (BTC). DMM Bitcoin has already taken measures to prevent further unauthorized outflows. The exchange did not provide further details about the incident, but assured customers that the total amount is guaranteed. Another Japan based exchange…

What happened this week in the world of blockchain and cryptocurrencies? Current events and background reports in the weekly review.

Bitcoin? Cryptocurrencies? Blockchain? Wallet? Completely Lost? Don’t worry! CVJ.CH will guide you step by step through the basics. In our first interactive webinar, we will set up a bitcoin wallet and have our first interactions with the blockchain. Why blockchain and bitcoin? These topics is becoming more and more important in Switzerland and Europe. Since 2021, apprenticeships focusing on blockchain technology have been available in Switzerland, and the canton of Zug is supporting research in this area with 40 million Swiss francs. Some universities already offer specialized courses on the topic, including the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (HWZ), which…

What happened this week in the world of blockchain and cryptocurrencies? Current events and background reports in the weekly review.

Zurich University of Applied Sciences is launching the first master’s program in Europe to focus exclusively on bitcoin. The “CAS in Bitcoin Economy HWZ” aims to provide a deep understanding of bitcoin and showcase the cryptocurrency’s many opportunities. Crypto expert and CVJ.CH co-founder Rino Borini will lead the program. In recent years, the topic of blockchain has found its way into the Swiss education system. The University of Basel offers a more technical introductory course at bachelor level, the CAS Blockchain at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts emphasizes economic aspects, and since 2021, IT apprentices can choose…

The issuances of digital assets settled via the SIX Digital Exchange (SDX) have exceeded the 1 billion CHF mark.

The global tradition of Bitcoin Pizza Day commemorates the historic purchase of two pizzas in 2010 and celebrates the first real-world test.

The highlight of an upcoming crypto festival in Switzerland will be the digital appearance of the famous whistleblower Edward Snowden.

The SEC has taken the first step towards approving spot-based Ether (ETH) ETFs in collaboration with partner exchanges.

What happened this week in the world of blockchain and cryptocurrencies? Current events and background reports in the weekly review.

DTCC’s Smart NAV pilot, in collaboration with Chainlink, tested the representation of market data on the blockchain.

An extension of the AEOI includes application to crypto assets, which the Federal Council aims to implement by January 2026.

In the first quarter since approval, a state pension fund, the State of Wisconsin Investment Board, already invested in Bitcoin ETFs.