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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