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Singapore central bank shortlists 15 companies to develop retail CBDC
30.8.2021
The 15 finalists will be mentored by the MAS and “be given access to the APIX Digital Currency Sandbox for rapid prototyping of digital currency solutions.”
Nigerian Central Bank Reveals CBDC Guidelines, Announces Plan to Launch E-Naira Wallet
30.8.2021
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reportedly confirmed that its e-naira digital currency will have a legal tender and non-interest-bearing asset status. In addition, a limit on customer transactions and value-based transactions will be imposed. Five-Stage Launch According to a Nairametrics...
Nigeria's central bank issues draft guidelines on eNaira CBDC project
30.8.2021
CBN says the proposed central bank digital currency will offer parity of value and will operate as a non-interest-bearing CBDC
Anarchist Bar in Brussels Now Accepts Cryptocurrency
29.8.2021
A bar in Brussels frequented by local anarchists has introduced crypto payments. Bitcoin is the money of the future, say the owners who have recently renovated the place. It is among the first such establishments in the Belgian capital to take coins for pints, they say. Dolle Mol Bar on Rue...
How Countries Use Digital ID to Exclude Vulnerable People
29.8.2021
Eve Hayes de Kalaf, Research Associate, CLACS University of London, and School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture, University of Aberdeen.
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The world has become interconnected at a level we never before imagined possible. States, banking, communications, transport, tech,...
Meme-Crypto Wars: Dogecoin and SHIB Prices Falter, Cake Monster Jumps Over 800% in 7 Days
28.8.2021
In 2021, meme-based crypto assets skyrocketed in value following the lead of the original meme crypto-asset dogecoin’s massive gains. This week a great number of digital currencies have rebounded in price but a slew of popular meme tokens are not doing so hot this week. However, one specific...
Binance Discontinues Support for Norwegian Krone Pairs, Payments and Language
28.8.2021
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance is discontinuing certain offerings in Norway. The news comes amid regulatory pressure around the world which the global trading platform is working to address. The company is also dropping Norwegian from its website’s language options. Crypto Exchange Binance...
Rooter-Man and MyCryptoCheckout Partner to Enable Customers to Spend Digital Currencies
28.8.2021
PRESS RELEASE. Rooter-Man, a plumbing, septic, and drain cleaning franchise with 776+ service locations throughout North America has partnered with MyCryptoCheckout to develop a pilot program that enables customers to spend digital currencies. Rooter-Man is known for providing fast and friendly...
Digital Rupee Trial, No Tech to Implement Crypto Travel Rule + More News
27.8.2021
Get your daily, bite-sized digest of cryptoasset and blockchain-related news – investigating the stories flying under the radar of today’s crypto news.
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) could commence preliminary central bank digital currency (CBDC) trials before the end of the year,...
India CBDC pilot may commence in December, says RBI governor
27.8.2021
India’s central bank is carefully considering the merits of issuing a digital rupee as CBDC exploration continues to gather steam across the globe
Singapore Myanmar Investco Purchases 800 Mining Rigs, Firm Plans to Offer Mining Services
26.8.2021
On August 24, the investment and management company, Singapore Myanmar Investco Limited (SMI), revealed the company is entering the bitcoin mining industry as it has ordered 800 mining rigs to be delivered to Southeast Asia. The move follows a number of firms pivoting toward digital currency...
Dev Hides Floppy Disk Game Across City To Find Perfect Accomplice
26.8.2021
Trying to find another human being to spend a lot of time with is one of the great universal struggles. Whether it be a romantic partner, a roommate, or a new hire, finding the right person can feel impossible. This is why dating apps and roommate apps and hiring apps have proliferated our lives...
Western Digital možná nakonec koupí Kioxii. Micron totiž z jednání o akvizici odstoupil
26.8.2021
Už před několika měsíci se objevily informace o tom, že o společnost Kioxia mají zájem dva velcí hráči ve stejném segmentu – Western Digital a Micron, avšak podle zdrojů Wall Street Journal už Micron ztratil o akvizici zájem a ve hře je tak pouze Western Digital.
Mezi WD a Kioxií tak nyní
Tezos Chosen by Swiss Banking and Fintech Operators to Deliver On-Chain Financial Products
26.8.2021
Incore Bank, in partnership with Inacta and Crypto Finance Group, has selected Tezos as their preferred blockchain platform to develop regulatory-compliant digital financial products via a newly developed token standard titled DAR-1. Tezos to Enable Smart Contracts for European Banks ...
Kraken Crypto Exchange Seeks EU License, Eyes Expansion in Europe
25.8.2021
U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange Kraken is preparing to expand operations in the European market, according to the German press. The coin trading platform is in talks with regulators and plans to acquire a license in an EU member state, its founder Jesse Powell revealed. Kraken to Enter European...
Thai SEC proposes new rules for digital asset custodians
25.8.2021
The Thai SEC is seeking public input for newly proposed crypto custody regulations until late September
Galaxy Digital partners with Alerian to launch eight crypto indexes
25.8.2021
Galaxy Digital and Alerian announced the launch of eight passive crypto indexes that are rebalanced monthly and weighted equally
Celsius becomes first CeFi or DeFi platform to cross $20B AUM
24.8.2021
In March, research from Alpha Sigma Capital suggested that the platform would reach $30 billion in assets under management by the end of 2025
Poll shows Brits concerned over prospect of digital pound
24.8.2021
In a recent survey, British adults expressed concerns of personal privacy and government interference on the prospect of a government-backed digital currency
Lympo One-of-a-kind NFTs Auction: Merging Physical and Digital Worlds
24.8.2021
Disclaimer: The text below is a press release that was not written by Cryptonews.com.
23 August 2021 — Tallinn, Estonia -- Lympo, a subsidiary of Animoca Brands, is pleased to announce that it will host its first-ever auction of officially licensed athletes’ unique non-fungible tokens (NFTs)...