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Norway’s Central Bank on CBDC Progress: We’re Not Falling Behind
24.10.2024
Norway’s central bank is on track to decide by 2025 whether to adopt a central bank digital currency (CBDC), but officials stress there’s no urgency. Despite Norway’s cashless society, with only 2% using cash, the bank is carefully studying both retail and wholesale CBDC options, emphasizing...
Global Finance Faces a Shift as Mbridge Digital Currency Platform Challenges US Dollar
24.10.2024
The People’s Bank of China emphasized the Mbridge platform’s role in improving cross-border payments through the use of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), aiming to reduce inefficiencies and avoid new barriers. The platform, which targets underserved regions like ASEAN, could reshape...
Senator Claims BRICS Push to Ditch US Dollar Could Boost USD Global Dominance
24.10.2024
U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty has warned of growing efforts by BRICS nations to bypass the U.S. dollar’s dominance but argued this could ultimately strengthen the status of the dollar as the world’s reserve currency. He emphasized the need for a regulatory framework to boost demand for U.S. treasuries...
Vietnam Unveils Ambitious Strategy to Become Regional Blockchain Hub
24.10.2024
The Vietnamese government has unveiled a strategy to make Vietnam a leader in blockchain technology in Southeast Asia. The strategy includes building blockchain brands, establishing testing centers, and developing human resources. The government aims to achieve these goals through a five-step...
The All-Digital PS5 Might Be The Least Popular Console Of All
24.10.2024
Gaming seems destined for an all-digital future, but even as players overwhelmingly buy games digitally, they still appear to be opting for consoles with disc drives over ones without them. According to recent data on the current state of the console race, digital-only PlayStation 5s appear to...
Tesla reveals it didn’t sell any Bitcoin holdings in Q3
23.10.2024
According to Tesla's Q3 financial filings, the company's automotive sales declined slightly since Q2 2024, while leases increased slightly
Tesla reveals it didn’t sell any Bitcoin holdings in Q3
23.10.2024
According to Tesla's Q3 financial filings, the company's automotive sales declined slightly since Q2 2024, while leases increased slightly
Ledn’s Lending Leap: Record $1.67 Billion in Loans Signals Institutional Confidence in Digital Assets
23.10.2024
Ledn, a crypto lending platform, has announced $1.67 billion in loans processed year-to-date (YTD) as of Q3 2024, marking a milestone since its inception in 2018. This total includes $258.7 million in retail loans and $1.41 billion in institutional loans, with Q3 alone accounting for over $506...
Protocol Village: Domain Network D3 Global Partners With Identity Digital to Tokenize Domains
23.10.2024
Vietnam releases blockchain strategy, aims for regional leadership
23.10.2024
Vietnam’s new blockchain strategy focuses on legal frameworks, infrastructure and international cooperation, as it aims to boost innovation and build a thriving ecosystem
Vietnam releases blockchain strategy, aims for regional leadership
23.10.2024
Vietnam’s new blockchain strategy focuses on legal frameworks, infrastructure and international cooperation, as it aims to boost innovation and build a thriving ecosystem
‘If not self-custody, then why crypto?’ — Ledger CEO
23.10.2024
Ledger CEO Pascal Gauthier told Cointelegraph that hardware wallets need to evolve because “crypto never sleeps.”
Chainlink co-founder unveils blockchain payments for TradFi
23.10.2024
Chainlink and Swift will introduce a new blockchain integration, simplifying digital asset settlement for financial institutions using existing infrastructure
UK Stands Firm on Tough Crypto Regulations, Warns Against Lowering Crypto Standards
23.10.2024
A Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) official has emphasized the importance of high regulatory standards for crypto asset registrations. She defended the UK’s stringent rules, aiming to protect consumers and financial markets while fostering a competitive crypto sector. The regulator warned...
Japan’s Election Heats up With Calls for Crypto Tax Cuts and Regulatory Reforms
23.10.2024
Yuichiro Tamaki, leader of Japan’s Democratic Party for the People, is advocating for significant cryptocurrency tax reforms ahead of the general election. His party proposes a 20% tax on crypto assets and aims to promote Japan as a web3 leader. The party also supports initiatives like increased...
Tesla likely still owns $780M in Bitcoin despite recent shuffle: Arkham
23.10.2024
Tesla’s massive Bitcoin transfers initially sparked fears of a market dump, but Arkham's data suggests the assets are still under the firm's control
SEC’s Crypto Crackdown Questioned — Will Clear Guidance Finally Emerge?
23.10.2024
The enforcement-heavy approach of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to crypto regulation is stifling innovation and leaving the market without clear standards, an SEC commissioner has warned. Criticizing the reliance on litigation, he argued that case-by-case enforcement delays...
Coinshares Opens New York Office Amid Ambitious US Expansion Plans
23.10.2024
Coinshares International has opened an office in New York City, marking a key step in its strategy to expand in the United States. The company aims to bolster its presence in the U.S. financial market through this move and recent acquisitions. Coinshares’ New Office Signals Major U.S. Push...
Komainu targets Singapore custodian Propine for first acquisition
22.10.2024
The acquisition of its competitor will net Komainu a Singapore Capital Markets Services License and hope for a Major Payment Institution license in the future
International agencies report on tokenization to G20 officials
22.10.2024
The Bank for International Settlements and the Financial Stability Board have similar views on tokenization — it could provide new benefits and familiar challenges