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Brisbane cybersecurity startup protects $1 billion worth of ICO funding from hackers

Brisbane cybersecurity startup protects $1 billion worth of ICO funding from hackers

Entersoft's 'one stop shop' approach to cybersecurity has paid off to the tune of $1 billion worth of initial coin offerings.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Apr 2018

Initial Coin Offerings: Lack of regulation is a wolf in sheep's clothing, says lawyer

Initial Coin Offerings: Lack of regulation is a wolf in sheep's clothing, says lawyer

Institutional investors warned of hidden traps in ICOs, such as the power shift to founder shareholders. Regulatory uncertainty also a concern.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Dec 2017

'Banking for blockchain' platform raises AUD$37m in pre-ICO round

'Banking for blockchain' platform raises AUD$37m in pre-ICO round

Bankera's 'digital bank' will provide traditional banking and investment banking services to the blockchain marketplace including payments and loans.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Sep 2017

Diamond-backed cryptocurrency Sparkle Coin to launch token sale

Diamond-backed cryptocurrency Sparkle Coin to launch token sale

By backing Sparkle Coin with diamonds, early adopters have a safety net for their participation in cryptocurrency.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Sep 2017

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The biggest kid on the block?

The biggest kid on the block?

New Zealand’s blockchain sector is growing fast, but regulators risk falling behind as firms and startups draw global attention.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Apr 2018

Local tech stars lead world-first blockchain launch

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Local tech stars lead world-first blockchain launch

Untrusted online reviews could stall purchases as a New Zealand-led blockchain platform aims to restore confidence in the global market.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2018