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Illegal to Own Gold? Hedge Fund Manager Warns Governments May Ban Gold Ownership
22.5.2020
A well-known hedge fund manager has warned that governments may ban private gold ownership. He explained that central banks may attempt to demonetize gold, making it illegal for private individuals to own, as the authorities lose control of inflation amid the coronavirus-led economic crisis....
What Can Crypto Crisis Managers Learn From BlockFi's Silence & tBTC's Openness?
22.5.2020
A crisis will inevitably happen for any company - but how it reacts to it and communicates it to the public can make or break it. Let's take a look at how two different teams in the Cryptoverse communicated their recent incidents and what advice communication professionals offered.
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Trump Signs Deregulation Order to Boost US Economic Recovery
21.5.2020
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to eliminate “unnecessary regulations that impede economic recovery” following the coronavirus crisis. With this deregulation, government agencies are “encouraged to promote economic recovery through non-regulatory...
5000 BTC Giveaway Scam: Chamath Palihapitiya, Elon Musk Not Giving Away Bitcoin
20.5.2020
The number of bitcoin giveaway scams has been increasing rapidly amid rising prices of cryptocurrencies and deepening economic crisis worldwide. These scams claim that famous people are giving away bitcoin, such as Virgin Galactic Chairman Chamath Palihapitiya, Tesla CEO Elon Musk, and U.S....
Economists Predict Worst Recession Ever for India Amid Lockdown Extension
19.5.2020
Economists have predicted that India will face its worst recession ever as the country announced another nationwide lockdown extension. India’s economy is forecasted to contract 45% in the second quarter following the Rs 20 lakh crore coronavirus relief stimulus package which some economists...
Germany Enters Recession as Over 100 Banks Charge Negative Interest Rates
18.5.2020
Germany has plunged into a recession with the worst quarterly contraction since the global financial and economic crisis of 2008, according to official data. Over 100 banks in the country are now charging customers negative interest rates. Germany Enters Recession The German economy is now in...
How Digital Asset Funds Are Doing During the COVID-19 Crisis
16.5.2020
Despite a correlation between crypto hedge funds and traditional public markets, crypto assets have more benefits in a time of crisis
How Investors Are Presented With Bitcoin: ‘A New Decentralized Monetary Asset, Akin to Gold’
16.5.2020
Bitcoin (BTC) is a compelling investment case “for patient, long-term investors” willing to spend the time to understand the top cryptocurrency, a new paper by Paradigm co-founder managing partner Matt Huang notes. The crypto entrepreneur places BTC besides gold, as a go-to store...
Surveying the Carnage: Movies, Sports and Education in Crisis
14.5.2020
As the COVID-19 crisis grows, some industries will recover quickly, but some won’t recover at all. In this episode we help you understand which is which
Iran Ditches Rial in Hyperinflation Crisis — Bitcoin Demand Rises
10.5.2020
Iran is set to redenominate its fiat currency, removing four zeros to create a new fiat called toman as demand for crypto is surging
Bitcoin Acceptance Skyrockets in Venezuela Amid Hyperinflation Crisis
8.5.2020
As Venezuela’s economy continues to endure hyperinflation, more businesses start accepting crypto
How the COVID-19 Crisis Revived the Digital Dollar Debate
8.5.2020
Some Americans are still waiting for stimulus support. Would a digital dollar have helped disburse funds? Here's a breakdown of the debate
New Cryptocurrency Exchanges Launch in India as Businesses Seek Answers From RBI
8.5.2020
The Indian cryptocurrency industry has been growing rapidly despite the nationwide lockdown and the coronavirus crisis. Two new cryptocurrency trading platforms are launching in India while existing crypto businesses seek clarification from the central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)....
Vitalik Buterin: Crisis Highlights the Need for Ethereum
8.5.2020
Speaking at the Ethereal Summit 2020 on May 7, Buterin believes the Ethereum network could help play a leading role in connecting nations
Global Economic Crisis Spurs Crypto-Comeback, CEO Says
7.5.2020
Blockchain incubator's CEO says crypto is hot, even given current economic difficulties
Tradeshift Proposes Plan to Protect Denmark’s Supply Chains From COVID-19 Crisis
7.5.2020
Tradeshift wants the Danish government to try out a supply-chain relief plan that involves the fintech unicorn's blockchain-based trade finance platform
Iran to Cut 4 Zeros From Its Currency Amid Chronic Inflation and US Sanctions
7.5.2020
Iranian lawmakers have reportedly approved a plan to slash four zeros from the national currency, the rial, which has been falling sharply in value amid chronic inflation and the U.S. sanctions. The official currency will also be replaced. Economists are skeptical about how the changes will affect...
Dollar Vigilante Founder Talks Covid-19 and Economic Crisis: ‘The Modern Financial System Is at the End of It’s Rope’
7.5.2020
Jeff Berwick is an entrepreneur with a lot to say these days and he’s released a number of videos discussing the coronavirus pandemic and the government-induced lockdowns. Berwick is the founder of The Dollar Vigilante, an anarcho-capitalist media outlet focusing on gold, silver, mining...
OKEx Executive: Digital Currency as a Basis of Post-Crisis World Order
7.5.2020
The world will not be the same after the COVID-19 pandemic with the necessity for the brand new global monetary system based on crypto
Surveying the Carnage: How Real Estate, Travel and Music Are Faring During the Crisis
6.5.2020
100m jobs lost. 2.7T in GDP evaporates. Shutdowns lasting 18-24 months? A look at how the crisis is impacting key industries