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Iran Warns BRICS of ‘Big Threat’ From Western Payment Systems, Vows to End Dependence
24.10.2024
Iran has called for BRICS nations to reduce their reliance on Western financial systems, warning of the risks posed by such dependence. Addressing the BRICS summit in Russia, Iran’s president urged the bloc to explore alternative structures and strengthen institutions like the New Development Bank...
Saylor’s comments on big bank BTC custody are ‘batshit insane’ — Buterin
23.10.2024
Saylor appears to be “explicitly arguing for a regulatory capture approach to protecting crypto,” which was not what it is about, said Buterin.
Bitcoin academics slam controversial ECB paper blasting Bitcoin
23.10.2024
The rebuttal critiques several arguments made by the ECB paper’s authors earlier this month that argued Bitcoin's price should be regulated or outright banned.
Chainlink launches private blockchain transactions for institutions
22.10.2024
ANZ Bank will be among the first clients to debut Chainlink’s privacy-preserving tech for tokenized RWA settlement under Singapore’s Project Guardian
Bitcoiners slam Saylor for throwing weight behind ‘too big to fail’ banks
22.10.2024
Bitcoin bull Michael Saylor previously said without Bitcoin self-custody, custodians would accumulate too much power which they could then abuse
South African Bank Blocks Crypto Payments, Faces Industry Backlash
21.10.2024
South African bank Capitec has blocked electronic funds transfers and real-time payments to cryptocurrency exchanges as a security measure. While Capitec acknowledges growing interest in cryptocurrencies, the bank maintains that the measure is necessary to protect clients from fraud. Some industry...
Governments must tax or ban Bitcoin to maintain deficits: Minneapolis Fed
21.10.2024
The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis suggests that a ban or tax on Bitcoin could ensure its ability to run permanent budget deficits
Can BRICS Dethrone World Bank and IMF? Why Cuba Is Betting on Its Growing Dominance
20.10.2024
BRICS is emerging as a potential alternative to the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF), challenging the dominance of Western-led financial institutions, according to Cuba’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations. With major economies like China and Russia among its members...
ECB paper claims older Bitcoin holders are exploiting new holders
19.10.2024
Since its introduction in 1999, the euro has lost approximately 85% of its value against gold due to monetary inflation
Digital Ruble and Sanctions: Expert Analyzes Russia’s Digital Currency Plan to Evade Western Control
19.10.2024
A Fellow at the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center and former adviser at the Central Bank of Russia has weighed in on the digital ruble, Russia’s central bank digital currency (CBDC), highlighting its potential role in reshaping Russia’s financial landscape amid sanctions. While the digital...
Stablecoins can benefit financial system, Fed governor says
18.10.2024
The United States national debt has crossed $35 trillion, with $500 billion added to the government debt in the last two weeks alone
Stablecoins can benefit financial system, Fed governor says
18.10.2024
The United States national debt has crossed $35 trillion, with $500 billion added to the government debt in the last two weeks alone
Tokenization and Stablecoins Close to Being Regulated in This Latam Giant
18.10.2024
The President of the Central Bank of the Latin American giant announced plans to expedite the regulation of asset tokenization and stablecoins by 2025. The bank will issue a new consultation this month to gather more input on the rules for approving VASPs’ operations in the country. Central...
Singapore's DBS Bank Starts New Suite of Tokenized Banking Services for Institutional Clients
18.10.2024
The Singaporean banking giant wants to help clients optimize liquidity management and streamline operational workflows
DBS rolls out blockchain-based banking for institutions
18.10.2024
DBS Bank has launched its “DBS Token Services” for real-time blockchain payment settlements, using smart contracts for enhanced security and transparency
DBS rolls out blockchain-based banking for institutions
18.10.2024
DBS Bank has launched its “DBS Token Services” for real-time blockchain payment settlements, using smart contracts for enhanced security and transparency
Nigerian Currency ‘Most Competitive in 20 Years,’ Says World Bank
18.10.2024
Nigeria’s currency reforms under Bola Tinubu’s government have made the naira one of the most competitive in 20 years, according to World Bank chief economist Indermit Gill. The decision to float the naira and remove fuel subsidies helped prevent fiscal collapse. While the naira’s...
Paypal Expands Crypto Reach: 60 Million Venmo Users Now Linked to Moonpay
18.10.2024
Venmo’s 60 million users can now fund transactions on the Moonpay platform, thanks to a new integration announced by Paypal. U.S. users can use Venmo balances, linked bank accounts, or cards to buy and sell cryptocurrencies through Moonpay, expanding payment flexibility. However, this option...
BRICS Bank Offers Zimbabwe Escape From IMF Debt Traps, Says Professor
17.10.2024
A Zimbabwean professor has highlighted the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB) as a crucial alternative to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), offering better financial terms to developing nations. He emphasized the NDB’s role in helping countries like Zimbabwe escape debt cycles and discussed...
Regulatory clarity key for banks entering crypto, industry exec says
16.10.2024
Lead Bank executive Erica Khalili talks about why now's not an easy time in the digital banking sector.