The number of entities with over 1,000 bitcoin – the so-called “whales” – has hit a four-year high with the recent price rally that helped the price of bitcoin move over the $13,000 mark. The population of whale entities is now at 1,939.
The Bank of International Settlements (BIS), a bank for central banks, is working with Switzerland’s central bank on a central bank digital currency pilot.
Cryptocurrency hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger is reportedly looking into an apparent phishing scam after several of its customers reported they received emails impersonating the company.
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Top stories in the Crypto Roundup today:
- Number of Bitcoin Whales With Over 1,000 BTC Hits 4-Year High
- Bank for Central Banks BIS to Trial Digital Currency This Year
- Ledger Starts Investigating Phishing Scam Targetting Its Users
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