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‘De-Dollarization Emerging’ but Greenback Will Retain Its Dominance — JP Morgan Strategists
8.6.2023
Two JP Morgan strategists have said the U.S. dollar will retain its dominant position even as it is being challenged by alternative currencies such as the Chinese yuan. According to a report, the yuan currently accounts for just 7% of global foreign exchange trade volumes while the greenback...
Binance.US coins trade at premium amid litigation fears, fiat gateway issues
7.6.2023
Stablecoins such as USDT and USDC were trading for 3% to 4% higher than par value at the time of publication
Bitcoin, Ether Trade at Premiums on Binance.US as Investors Flee Following SEC Actions
7.6.2023
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission was seeking to freeze assets on Binance.US after suing the exchange and its global sister-entity Binance, CoinDesk reported Tuesday
Bitcoin Trading at Premium on Binance US Amid SEC Lawsuit and Asset Freeze Motion
7.6.2023
As of June 7, 2023, recent data reveals that the value of bitcoin (BTC) is experiencing a premium on the Binance US exchange. The statistics show that on the American crypto trading platform, BTC is trading almost $400 higher for those utilizing the BTC/USD pair. Binance US Witnesses Bitcoin...
Russian Finance Minister Talks Dollar Attack on Russia, Importance of Developing Alternatives for Settlements
7.6.2023
Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov has given his opinion on the perceived attack the Russian economy has been receiving from the U.S. dollar, and how the country has moved to keep trade going. Siluanov also remarked on the importance of developing settlements in national currencies. Russian...
Cboe Receives CFTC Approval to Launch Leveraged Crypto Derivatives
7.6.2023
Crypto exchange and clearinghouse Cboe Digital will be able to offer margined bitcoin and ether futures contracts with the approval of the U.S. derivatives markets regulator. This will allow its clients to trade cryptocurrency futures with less collateralized capital upfront. Cboe Wins Regulatory...
Binance Records Significant Outflows of BTC, ETH, and Stablecoins Exceeding $1.45 Billion
7.6.2023
Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trade volume, saw significant outflows of bitcoin, ethereum, and stablecoins starting on June 3, 2023, according to data from cryptoquant.com. In the past 68 hours, Binance has seen bitcoin outflows of around 15,438 BTC worth more than...
Economist Discusses BRICS Currency’s Prospect of Becoming Global Currency
7.6.2023
Economist Alexis Habiyaremye from the University of Johannesburg says that a proposed common BRICS currency, if used effectively and systematically for all trade transactions between BRICS nations, would “alleviate the burden on these countries to finance” the “disproportionate advantage that...
Chinese Yuan, Euro, Digital Currencies Challenge US Dollar Dominance, TD Economist Says
7.6.2023
A senior economist at financial services firm TD says the Chinese yuan, the euro, and digital currencies could erode the U.S. dollar’s dominance. “Several countries have shown frustration with the dominance of the dollar and are pursuing alternatives for conducting international trade...
Japan Blockchain Week 2023 Supported by Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
6.6.2023
PRESS RELEASE. The Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) has confirmed its support for Japan Blockchain Week 2023, establishing it as a significant platform for both the global and Japanese blockchain communities to convene, building upon the success of the previous year’s...
Japan Blockchain Week 2023 Receives Backing from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
5.6.2023
The Japan Blockchain Week 2023 in Tokyo will commence on June 18 to July 9, 2023. And according to the Chainwire report, the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) is backing this year’s edition.
This development comes amid the growing need for clearer regulatory pathways...
XRP Bucks Market Trend as Proponents Remain Optimistic About Lawsuit Outcome
5.6.2023
Although the crypto economy has dipped 1.5% in value over the past 24 hours, XRP, the sixth-largest digital asset by market capitalization, has posted gains recently. In the last week alone, XRP has surged over 10%, and year-to-date, this digital currency has increased by 35% against the U.S....
Japan Blockchain Week 2023, supported by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in Japan
5.6.2023
Japan Blockchain Week 2023 will be supported by The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). This period will be a hub for the global and Japanese blockchain communities to gather as following 2022. Background & objectives The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) has decided...
Iran-Russia Trade Settlements Exceed 60% in National Currencies, Says Joint Chamber Chief
4.6.2023
Iran and Russia have increased cooperation and settled more than 60% of their bilateral trade in the Russian ruble and the Iranian rial, according to the chairman of Iran-Russia Joint Chamber of Commerce. The two countries have ramped up their de-dollarization efforts with Iranian President Ebrahim...
While Markets Consolidate, Value of Bitcoin’s BRC20 Token Economy Has Risen Over 1,500% in 39 Days
3.6.2023
During the past week, while bitcoin has been less volatile, the BRC20 token economy has been coasting along just below the $500 million range, and today it stands at $475.05 million. Statistics show that BRC20s have increased in value significantly over the past 39 days, rising 1,511% from a total...
Arbitrum still top trending on Coinmarketcap, Avorak Trade can use this as an indicator
3.6.2023
Arbitrum has been facing competition from other layer-2 solutions. However, the project has managed to maintain its highly coveted position on CoinMarketCap. This implies that the project is still considered a profitable investment among various whales and enterprising retail investors. ...
BRICS Nations to Encourage Use of Local Currencies in Trade
3.6.2023
Countries in the BRICS bloc intend to encourage the use of local currencies in cross-border trade, their foreign ministers revealed. The top diplomats, who met in South Africa, also emphasized the importance of financial inclusion, welcoming new technologies that support it. BRICS to Stimulate...
Tanzanian Central Bank Says Forex Restrictions Intended to ‘Safeguard the Stability of the Financial System’
3.6.2023
The Tanzanian central bank said on May 31 that foreign currency dealers are required to trade all transactions that exceed $1,000,000 within “interbank foreign exchange market prevailing quoted prices.” According to the Bank of Tanzania, the latest directives are intended...
Bitcoin trading: Why should you trade BTC and how?
2.6.2023
Reading price charts is challenging when you hardly have any background in Bitcoin trading. When understanding Bitcoin trading, it would be best to begin with basic knowledge. Such includes understanding what Bitcoin trading is, why you should trade Bitcoins, types of traders, and market orders...
Russian Businesses Ask Putin to Help Legalize Crypto
1.6.2023
A body representing the interests of Russian businesses has called on president Putin to help with crypto legalization. Their proposals, including on the use of cryptocurrencies in foreign trade settlements, have been included in a report to Russia’s head of state. Companies Urge President Putin...