First Global Credit’s Gavin Smith Advises Bitcoin Exchanges and Traders
The CEO of First Global Credit has recently advised cryptocurrency platforms to exercise caution and minimize risks to ensure the protection of their customers' interests. The cyber security threats against cryptocurrency exchanges are currently at an all-time high. As platforms continue to come under attack, the CEO of First Global Credit, Gavin Smith, has advised traders and exchange platforms to minimize risk by following better standards. Smith asked the companies to reconsider their existing business strategies to ensure that their risks don’t outweigh potential benefits. He was....
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