Articles tagged with 'cryptocurrency'
Crypto warning issued
19 August 2022 - Trustees Executors CEO urges investors to be wary of ‘pump-and dump’ crypto schemes promoted by celebrities as prices fall
Canadian entrepreneur seeks to list crypto ETFs in New Zealand
13 June 2022 - Smooth-talking Fred Pye, the chairman and CEO of Canada’s first – and largest – digital asset investment fund, breezed into Auckland late last month to introduce Kiwis to two new crypto funds which were about to be listed on Cboe, Australia’s exchange for alternative investments.
Advisers' AML risks assessed
7 December 2021 - Advisers remain low risk when it comes to a AML, but a new player is considered high risk.
Pathfinder unpacks its Easy Crypto investment
11 October 2021 - Pathfinder's John Berry says while the company won't directly invest in cryptocurrencies it is interested in solving a bigger problem - helping the world's 'unbanked' find financial security.
Easy Crypto nets $17 million in first capital raise
6 October 2021 - New Zealand's largest cryptocurrency retailer Easy Crypto has secured the backing of some big names in the finance sector after raising $17 million in Series A funding.
IIS brings high risk Bitcoin fund to market
2 October 2021 - A week after selling its global fixed interest fund to Harbour, Implemented Investment Solutions is launching a high risk Bitcoin fund.
National digital currency/future of cash consultation opens
30 September 2021 - The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is asking for feedback on two major consultation programmes as part of its "Future of Money" project.
Crypto out, but new funds in
30 September 2021 - Generate explains why it’s not interested in cryptocurrencies, instead it has plans for some new funds.
Cryptocurrencies: MPs hear the good, bad and ugly
14 September 2021 - Cryptocurrency advocates say embracing the new digital technology is a once in a generation opportunity while New Zealand's major financial regulators have adopted a more cautious approach to the controversial currency.
Cryptocurrency - a key part of a diversified portfolio
12 August 2021 - While many financial advisers remain wary of cryptocurrencies an expert is urging the industry to get on board with the evolving investment opportunities they can create.
Cryptocurrency; Advisers wary but must evolve
21 July 2021 - Financial advisers are still wary of cryptocurrency investments but adviser experts are saying they are coming to grips with the evolving investment opportunity.
Banks keen on crypto conversation
16 July 2021 - The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is seeking feedback on the potential for a Central Bank Digital Currency as the use of cash continues to decline.
Reserve Bank to consult on the future of cash
8 July 2021 - The Reserve Bank of New Zealand will be consulting New Zealanders over the remainder of 2021 on issues key to the future of how Kiwis pay and save, driven...
Micro-investing platforms - the future is now
16 June 2021 - New research from the Financial Services Council (FSC) has revealed the surprising number of Kiwis using platforms like Sharesies, Hatch and Stake, why they’re using them, and what’s stopping those who haven’t yet jumped on the bandwagon.
Manager takes a bet on cryptocurrency
29 March 2021 - NZ Funds has part of its KiwiSaver fund invested in cryptocurrency, and says that advisers should remain curious about the oft-maligned asset class.
FSCL warns investors to beware of cryptocurrency scams
13 January 2021 - A recent complaint regarding Bitcoin has highlighted the growth of investment scams involving cryptocurrency.
Crypto heading into the mainstream
27 December 2020 - After an intense surge in investor interest, mainstream stock-exchanges in the US are now preparing to incorporate crypto-currency into their asset indices.
IRD offers guidance on cryptoassets
9 September 2020 - Inland Revenue is providing tax guidance for investors who earn money from cryptoassets.
Crypto 'next asset class'
11 September 2018 - A United States investment manager says cryptocurrencies are set to become the first new asset class since the 1600s.
Advisers told: Don't ignore crypto
25 January 2018 - Financial advisers should expand their repertoire to be able to offer advice on cryptocurrencies, one expert says.
Cryptocurrency fund open to New Zealand investors
10 January 2018 - New Zealand investors can tap into a cyrptocurrency-focused managed fund – but only if they have at least US$100,000 to invest.