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Banks Allowed to Issue Crypto Mastercard Cards in Uzbekistan
20.8.2023
Authorities in Uzbekistan have authorized two local banks to issue payment cards allowing users to spend their digital coins. The move is part of a pilot project to launch virtual cards linked to cryptocurrency wallets on an exchange that will facilitate instant conversion to fiat money. Uzbekistan...
SEC seeks appeal over Ripple, crypto prices plunge and EU debuts Bitcoin ETF: Hodler’s Digest, Aug. 13-19
19.8.2023
SEC files motion for appeal on Ripple’s case, Bitcoin and Ether prices plunge and Europe welcomes first spot Bitcoin ETF
Ether Futures ETFs could all get approval at same time: Report
19.8.2023
At least 16 applications for Ether or Bitcoin-Ether futures ETFs are awaiting regulatory approval in the United States
Russian Analyst: Digital Ruble ‘Brings No Benefits’ for Ordinary Citizens
19.8.2023
A Russian analyst has claimed that the digital ruble, the nation’s CBDC, will bring no benefits to ordinary citizens.
The comments were made by Anastasia Tselykh, a special correspondent at RTVI in her most recent column for the media outlet.
The Central Bank launched a pilot this week, which...
Study: Bitcoin Ordinal NFT Sales Nosedive as Broader Market Cools
19.8.2023
The buzz surrounding Bitcoin’s leap into the NFT world via Ordinals might be fleeting. A Dappradar study reveals that trading actions and sales figures for Bitcoin Ordinals have plummeted by a staggering 97% since their May 2023 zenith. This downturn mirrors a wider slowdown in the...
Baldur’s Gate 3 Co-Op Is The Game’s Chaotic Potential Realized
18.8.2023
I’m annoying as hell when it comes to choice-based RPGs because I am so particular about role-playing and writing a character in my head that I couldn’t even stand the thought of playing Baldur’s Gate 3 cooperatively with even my close friends. I said in my review that I don’t think it’s...
Digital Transformation Summit, Saudi Arabia, on August 23 & 24
18.8.2023
At the core of Saudi Arabia’s progressive trajectory lies its visionary initiative, Vision 2030, set in motion in 2016. This transformative roadmap envisions a digitally advanced nation, leveraging technology as a catalyst for sustainable economic growth and an elevated quality of life....
Securitize acquires $40b crypto fund manager Onramp
18.8.2023
Digital securities firm Securitize will provide new alternative assets to major cryptocurrency firms like WisdomTree and Valkyrie Invest
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Tumbles Below $26.5K
18.8.2023
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for August 18, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets
DT 100: Saudi Arabia’s top 100 visionary leaders driving digital transformation
18.8.2023
Exito Media Concepts proudly presents DT 100, a momentous initiative set to applaud the extraordinary accomplishments of Saudi Arabia’s technology leaders. This prestigious program is designed to honor exceptional individuals who have spearheaded groundbreaking advancements in technology...
FTX-Linked Bank Receives Federal Enforcement Action for Digital Asset Activities
18.8.2023
The Federal Reserve Board has taken enforcement action against Farmington State Bank, a small bank linked to now-defunct crypto exchange FTX, for engaging in undisclosed digital asset activities.
According to a Thursday press release, the Federal Reserve Board, in collaboration with...
ElmonX Releases Rare Digital Collectables From The Charles Salvador ‘Bronson’ NFT Collection
18.8.2023
PRESS RELEASE. London, United Kingdom, August 18th, 2023, ElmonX proudly presents the Charles Salvador ‘Bronson’ NFT Collection. This exclusive edition release captures the raw and intense art of Charles Salvador, previously known as Charles Bronson, and represents a unique...
China’s Shanghai and Suzhou Ready Fresh CBDC Adoption Drive
18.8.2023
The Chinese cities of Shanghai and Suzhou are eyeing more digital yuan adoption progress as the nation tries to drive up interest in its CBDC.
The central People’s Bank of China (PBoC) recently claimed that almost $250 billion worth of CBDC transactions had been processed in the nation to date....
Valkyrie Files for Ethereum ETF With US Securities Regulator
18.8.2023
U.S.-based asset manager Valkyrie is requesting regulatory approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for an ether futures exchange-traded fund (ETF). The move follows the acceptance by the SEC of Valkyrie’s application for a spot bitcoin ETF last month. Asset Manager...
Rumors SEC Poised To Approve Ethereum Futures ETF, After Crypto Prices Crash - ETH/BTC Bounces
18.8.2023
After a market-wide crash that saw Bitcoin hit as low as the $24,000 region on derivatives exchanges - in the largest liquidation event since the FTX collapse - surprise news hit.
A Bloomberg exclusive, syndicated by Yahoo Finance, states that the SEC is 'set to greenlight Ether-Futures...
Ethereum surges 11% after report SEC is set to approve Futures ETF
18.8.2023
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission isn't likely to block the debut of Ethereum futures ETFs, according to sources
Ether Futures ETFs Are Poised for U.S. Approval, Bloomberg Reports
18.8.2023
They would join bitcoin futures ETFs that are already approved
Canaan to Debut ‘Groundbreaking’ Bitcoin Mining Product at 10th-Anniversary Singapore Event
18.8.2023
Shortly after Bitmain announced its intention to launch a new bitcoin mining rig at the 2023 World Digital Mining Summit (WDMS) in Hong Kong this September, Canaan, another mining machine giant, hinted at introducing a “groundbreaking” product poised to elevate the BTC mining sphere....
Bybit Announces ‘Imminent’ Listing of Paypal’s PYUSD Stablecoin
17.8.2023
According to the crypto exchange Bybit, the trading platform plans to list Paypal’s stablecoin soon. Amid Bybit’s announcement, Paypal’s PYUSD token has seen little movement as most of the supply is held by the contract and the Paxos Treasury. Dubai-Based Bybit Prepares to List...
2024 could be very bullish for crypto — Here’s why
17.8.2023
This week’s episode of Market Talks discusses why 2024 could be bullish for the crypto industry and if crypto has weathered the storm