Crypto Market Insights: 2023 Fundraising & Venture Capital Trends
Crypto market shown resilience, maintaining a steady pace of deals and investments. A substantial share of growth can be attributed to gaming and infrastructure
Cryptoasset
“Cryptoasset” refers to any digital asset that relies on cryptography for security and operates on blockchain technology. These assets include cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, as well as other blockchain-based tokens. Unlike traditional currencies, cryptoassets are decentralized, meaning they aren’t controlled by a central authority like a government or bank. Their value can be used for a variety of purposes, including trading, investment, and decentralized finance (DeFi) applications.
“Cryptoasset” review category explores the latest trends, regulatory updates, risk management strategies, and technological developments in the crypto space. It offers insights into the evolving nature of digital assets and their implications for insurance, investment, and financial services, helping professionals stay informed about the opportunities and risks associated with these emerging technologies.
Regulation and Taxation of Crypto Assets in Ukraine
Regulation and taxation of crypto assets in Ukraine, impact on GDP and tax revenues, and the shadowing factor as the main driver of efficiency growth in the industry
New Trends in the Use Crypto by Criminals
Being at the forefront of helping businesses and agencies detect crypto crime, Elliptic routinely researches new trends in how criminals are using crypto for illicit activitie
FATF Updates Guidance on Virtual Crypto Assets – NFT, DeFi & Stablecoin’s Standards
FATF issues its annual targeted update on the implementation of its standards on Risk-Based Approach to Virtual Assets
Impact of Sanctions on Сrypto. 5 Steps to Compliance & Blockchain Analysis
Sanctions activity impacting the crypto space has gone into overdrive. The US, EU, UK and other countries imposed major financial and trade sanctions on Russia
US Regulators Intent on Exposing Cryptoasset Mixing Services & Scam Crypto Exchanges
US regulators remain intent on exposing and disrupting cryptoasset mixing services that facilitate illicit activity, undeterred by industry opposition to sanctions imposed
Since the war began, global reinsurers have bundled risks from Ukraine, Russia, and Belarus, excluding them from reinsurance contracts. This has reduced available capital and hindered economic stability
4 years after the pandemic began in 2020, many countries still report higher death rates. For Life and Health (L&H) insurance, this poses a challenge
The positive reinsurance market outlook comes from de-risking as much as pricing with changes in terms and conditions, rising attachment points and tightening of wording
ILS market remains a significant capital source for reinsurers in 2024. Alternative capital estemated at $110 bn, with the catastrophe bond market growing to $45 bn