US government alleges crypto founder communicated with potential witnesses in his criminal trial
Plus, Moody’s positive outlook on DeFi, and Tether takes market share
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Platform aims to increase transparency on provenance of pieces from smaller makers, boosting resale potential
Development of the digital currencies is gathering pace around the world
Warning that Britain is falling behind EU rivals as financial centre for digital assets
Banking veteran Bob Diamond sought to bring stablecoin operator to US stock market using blank-cheque company
Rising cryptocurrency price boosts hopes of an upturn in industry fortunes
Sullivan & Cromwell’s work before and after crypto exchange’s bankruptcy raised uncomfortable questions about conflicts in court
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