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Matrix Star Keanu Reeves Owns Crypto, Skeptical of NFTs, Says ‘Can We Not Have Metaverse Be Invented by Facebook’
14.12.2021
Matrix star Keanu Reeves has revealed that he owns cryptocurrency which a friend bought for him a while back. “Yeah, I have a little hodl,” he said. The famous actor also commented on non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and the metaverse. Keanu Reeves Talks Crypto, Metaverse, and NFTs Famous...
Xbox head Phil Spencer is skeptical about NFTs in video games
17.11.2021
The worlds of gaming and NFTs continue to blend, but Microsoft's gaming head is weary that NFTs are “more exploitative than about entertainment."
B2B firms want cross-border payments but skeptical of crypto: Survey
12.11.2021
Only 2% of B2B firms have adopted crypto payments so far, while 59% indicated no intention to accept it, one survey says
Analysts: Lack of Trust in Nigerian Government an Impediment to CBDC’s Success Prospects
12.11.2021
While Nigerians have seemingly embraced the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)’s digital currency, skeptical analysts believe a lack of trust in the government will ultimately limit the e-naira’s prospects for success. Threat From Fintech Startups In addition, some analysts insist...
Bank of Russia to ‘Slow Down’ Payments to Crypto Exchanges, Curb Russians’ Impulsive Investments
19.9.2021
Central Bank of Russia is now working with commercial banks in order to delay payments made to digital asset exchanges. The move aims to limit “emotional” cryptocurrency purchases made by “unqualified” Russian investors, a CBR official revealed. The move is likely...
Gundam's Creator Is Skeptical About Space Colonization
31.8.2021
With Gundam, Yoshiyuki Tomino created one of the greatest space operas ever. The anime has inspired generations to look towards space. However, don’t count him as someone cheering on modern-day space exploration. This summer, Virgin billionaire Richard Branson and Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos...
Korea’s FSC Chairman Nominee Skeptical Over Cryptocurrency as Financial Asset
26.8.2021
A former central bank official, nominated to head South Korea’s financial watchdog, has expressed skepticism about recognizing cryptocurrency as a financial asset. In comments to a parliamentary committee, Koh Seung-beom has confirmed his views on the matter align with those of international...
Pro traders are mildly skeptical about Bitcoin’s recent return to $50K
23.8.2021
Bitcoin's price finally recaptured the $50,000 level, but data shows that pro traders are somewhat skeptical for a variety of reasons
Charles Schwab Strategist Skeptical of Crypto — Puts Faith in Banking System, Federal Reserve
18.8.2021
Charles Schwab’s chief investment strategist says she puts faith in the entire U.S. financial system, the banking system, the power of the central bank, and the Federal Reserve more than bitcoin. Charles Schwab’s Strategist Skeptical of Cryptocurrency Charles Schwab Chief Investment...
Does Jack Dorsey Support Voluntaryism? Twitter CEO Shares Murray Rothbard’s Book ‘Anatomy of the State’
14.8.2021
Ever since the CEO of Twitter and Square, Jack Dorsey, started appreciating the crypto asset bitcoin, crypto enthusiasts have been following his coattails. However, there are very mixed views about Dorsey because while some people adore him, others are skeptical of his goals as his firm has been...
Survey Shows 3 out of 4 Sports Fans Are Skeptical About the Longevity of NFT Investments
28.7.2021
Over the last year and a half, non-fungible tokens (NFT) have seen massive hype and millions of dollars worth of sales executed at auctions. A recent survey produced by bonusfinder.com shows sports fans are doubtful of the NFT craze as the poll’s findings show nearly three out of four people...
John McAfee’s Widow Is Still Extremely Skeptical of Her Husband’s Alleged Suicide
22.7.2021
Following a report from John McAfee’s biographer, the former antivirus tycoon’s widow Janice McAfee has taken to social media to disclose a number of findings. During the first week of July, McAfee published a note that said there was “no sense of urgency” toward...
Sealed Mario 64's Record-Breaking $1.5M Sale Has Retro Experts Skeptical
12.7.2021
Super Mario 64 is not one of rarest or oldest video games by any stretch, but that didn’t stop it from reportedly selling for $1.5 million at auction over the weekend. It was the latest stunning display of just how vintage game collecting has blown up amidst a new speculation-fueled bubble.Read more
Majority of Salvadorans Skeptical of BTC as Currency, Poll Finds
10.7.2021
President Nayib Bukele’s adoption of cryptocurrency as legal tender in his country is not being met with deep understanding by most of his fellow Salvadorans, a new survey suggests. Almost half of the respondents admitted they knew nothing about Bitcoin, while two-thirds aren’t ready...
Bullish Starts Pilot In Coming Weeks, Skeptical Salvadorans + More News
9.7.2021
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Heavily-backed, yet-to-be-launched crypto exchange Bullish said it intends to go public through a merger with the special...
Survey finds most El Salvador citizens are skeptical of making BTC legal tender
9.7.2021
More than half of Salvadorans surveyed don’t seem as keen as their president to adopt Bitcoin
Amundi Executive Pascal Blanque Calls Cryptocurrencies a Farce
5.6.2021
Pascal Blanque, CIO of Amundi, one of the biggest asset managers in Europe, has stated that bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are a farce, exposing its skeptical stance on the real value of cryptocurrencies. The investor stated that crypto assets are an expression of markets making bubbles...
Billionaire Stan Druckenmiller on Dogecoin, Ethereum: Won’t Long or Short DOGE, Skeptical of ETH
30.5.2021
Renowned investor Stanley Druckenmiller has shared his views on dogecoin and ethereum. He said he wouldn’t long or short dogecoin and laughs when the meme cryptocurrency rises in value. As for ether, he is skeptical whether it can hold its position. Stan Druckenmiller on Dogecoin and Ether...
Crypto Proponents Become Skeptical of Closed-Door Meeting Between Billionaires and Bitcoin Miners
25.5.2021
After Tesla’s Elon Musk and Microstrategy CEO Micheal Saylor revealed the revelation of a newly created “Bitcoin Mining Council,” the news became a viral subject. While some crypto supporters like the idea, others have been skeptical of a couple of billionaires having closed-door...
Survey: 14% of Russians Think Cryptocurrencies Will Oust Fiat in 10 Years
27.4.2021
A new survey revealed the different stances of Russians toward cryptocurrencies and fiat currency. Specifically, some of the respondents believe digital assets will replace fiat in ten years. Residents in Moscow Believe Cryptos Will Replace Fiat, While Others Are Skeptical According to Nord News...