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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov: BRICS Is Focused on Reducing Dependence on US-Controlled System
26.8.2023
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has declared that the actions of the BRICS bloc, integrated by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, are focused on reducing dependency on the economic system managed by the U.S. and its Western allies. He denied a possible unified currency for...
Crypto Biz: Coinbase-Circle re-alignment, Binance fiat hurdles, and USDC at Shopify
25.8.2023
This week's Crypto Biz explores the latest on Binance's global on-ramps and off-ramps, Coinbase-Circle re-alignment, Shopify's take on USDC and China's blockchain data exchange
Does high US consumer debt benefit Bitcoin price?
25.8.2023
Cointelegraph analyst and writer Marcel Pechman breaks down consumer debt and why it might lead to a good outcome for BTC
Ministry of Economic Development of Russia Pessimistic About Quickly Advancing BRICS Common Currency Proposal
25.8.2023
The Ministry of Economic Development of Russia does not expect the rapid development of a common currency for the BRICS bloc. Deputy Economic Development Minister Vladimir Ilyichev stated that “quick breakthroughs” on this issue are unlikely to happen during the ongoing BRICS summit...
BRICS States Should Tackle AI Risks Together, Xi Jinping Says
25.8.2023
BRICS nations should address the risks related to artificial intelligence (AI), Chinese President Xi Jinping said during the group’s summit in South Africa. China’s leader is also convinced that the members of the economic bloc must work to standardize the technology. BRICS Should Strive for...
BRICS Leaders Declare Importance of Using Local Currencies in International Trade
25.8.2023
The BRICS leaders stress “the importance of encouraging the use of local currencies in international trade and financial transactions” in their declaration released at the conclusion of their 15th annual summit. In addition, the BRICS nations have tasked their finance ministers and central...
Bitcoin miner gets life in prison, China offers bounties for crypto firms: Asia Express
25.8.2023
Retail crypto trading is only days away in Hong Kong, but a mainland crackdown sees bounties offered for crypto firms and miners imprisoned
Xi Jinping: BRICS to Forge Stronger Partnership, People Do Not Long for New Cold War or Small Exclusive Bloc
24.8.2023
Chinese President Xi Jinping stated at the BRICS summit that “What people in various countries long for is definitely not a new Cold War or a small exclusive bloc.” He stressed that the BRICS group will expand and promote global multipolarity. “Hegemonism is not in China’s DNA; nor does China have...
Digital Yuan ‘Spurs Rise in Mainland China-Hong Kong Cross-border Payments’
24.8.2023
The Chinese digital yuan pilot’s spread to Hong Kong may be playing a part in driving up cross-border payments, media outlets have suggested.
Per China Fund News, via the Securities Times, certain types of “cross-border payments” between Mainland China and Hong Kong, as well as the mainland...
China launches blockchain-powered data exchange
23.8.2023
The platform will facilitate the buying and selling of Web3 data among enterprises; Alibaba Cloud and Huawei are among the companies to participate
Multichain victims search for answers in $1.5B exploit as new evidence emerges
23.8.2023
Chinese police may have busted Multichain in a money laundering investigation, but many questions remain, including its CEO’s alleged fake ID
Official Hints China Could Pit Expanded BRICS Against G7
22.8.2023
China may be in the process of building an expanded BRICS to pit the bloc as a geopolitical rival for the Group of Seven (G7) nations, as per statements from a Chinese official. In its upcoming summit that will take place in Johannesburg, the bloc will discuss the conditions of adding nations like...
Chinese official sentenced to life in prison for Bitcoin mining, corruption
22.8.2023
Xiao Yi was accused of abuse of power and corruption in operating a $329 million Bitcoin mining enterprise
Today in Crypto: Thailand May Banish Facebook Because of Crypto Scam Ads, Terra Freezes Website Due to Phishing Scams, Phantom Launches the 'Sign In With Solana' Feature
22.8.2023
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Germany proposes to screen Chinese investment in AI and related sectors: Report
22.8.2023
The German government proposed tighter export controls on China for semiconductors and AI technology similar to measures from U.S. regulators
China to extend its Social Credit System across the metaverse
22.8.2023
POLITICO recently shared a new report offering insights into China’s upcoming plans regarding the online sphere. The report suggests China plans to extend its renowned social credit system across the metaverse. The system will also be applicable to other virtual worlds, showcasing the growing...
Dutch ING Bank Analysts: BRICS Expansion to Power De-Dollarization Across World Economies
22.8.2023
Analysts of ING bank believe the de-dollarization trend that has been growing in the world might pick up momentum due to the possible expansion of the BRICS bloc. While the issuance of a BRICS common currency remains uncertain, according to some developing narratives, the Chinese yuan could become...
China Wants To Implement Social Credit System With Digital IDs In The Metaverse
21.8.2023
A new report suggests that China is pushing proposals aiming to transplant its traditional social credit system to the metaverse as it seeks to establish greater control.
According to Politico, the proposals were initially drafted by China Mobile, the state’s telecom provider termed the “Digital...
Bitcoin Price Prediction: Dollar Instability, De-Dollarization Effects, China's Concerns
21.8.2023
The BTC/USD is currently experiencing a decline of 0.25%, with its trading price at $26,025. Amidst the backdrop of dollar instability, there arise significant challenges to the ongoing efforts of de-dollarization, ultimately posing potential ramifications for Bitcoin's prices.
Furthermore...
China proposes to bring its social credit system to the metaverse: Report
21.8.2023
Proposals to a United Nations group reportedly show China wants digital IDs and real-world punishments for actions that occur in the Metaverse