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World Bank Report Forecasts Bleak Global Economic Outlook, Citing ‘Adverse Developments’ and ‘Long-Lasting Slowdown’
11.1.2023
On Jan. 10, 2023, the World Bank published its Global Economic Prospects report, stating that the outlook for the global economy and future economic conditions is bleak. According to the report, 2023 growth forecasts have been cut across the board, with the global economy projected to grow by 1.7%...
Gold Prices Expected to Soar in 2023: Experts Predict Record Highs for Precious Metal
8.1.2023
Gold is on the rise in 2023 and in the first week of the new year alone, the precious metal has jumped 2.36% against the U.S. dollar. Over the past 65 days, gold has soared 14.55% while silver has skyrocketed 22.31% against the greenback since Nov. 3, 2022. According to the head of metals strategy...
Biggest Movers: BCH Climbs to 1-Week High, DOT Declines
16.11.2022
Bitcoin cash rose to a one-week high in today’s session, despite crypto markets mostly trading lower. The global cryptocurrency market cap is down by 2.45% as of writing, which comes as traders reacted to rising geopolitical tensions. Polkadot was a notable token to slip, as prices collided...
257 Economists Say Global Recession Is Near, US Trade Restrictions Against China Could Stir Taiwan Invasion
27.10.2022
According to 257 economists polled by Reuters, the global economy is approaching a recession, but 70% of the survey’s participants believe the chances of a sharp rise in unemployment levels will be low. The poll follows the Biden administration and the U.S. Commerce Department issuing a package...
Sanctions, Disagreements Hamper Regulation of Crypto Mining in Russia, Experts Say
25.8.2022
The changing geopolitical and economic environment, as well as persisting differences between responsible government institutions, are hindering the advance of legislation tailored to regulate cryptocurrency mining in Russia. According to a report quoting industry watchers, these factors...
First Mover Americas: BTC, ETH Drop Amid Geopolitical Tensions
2.8.2022
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for August 2, 2022
Market Wrap: Bitcoin Dips as Macro and Geopolitical Uncertainties Remain
14.4.2022
Bitcoin (BTC) and stocks continue to trade within a range, albeit with large price swings. That indicates uncertainty among investors regarding geopolitical risk. Meanwhile, bitcoin whales are starting to take some profits
Devere CEO Bullish on Bitcoin, Predicts BTC Hitting $50,000 This Month
5.3.2022
The CEO of Devere Group has predicted that the price of bitcoin will reach $50,000 by the end of this month. He explained that geopolitical tensions from the Russia-Ukraine war and institutional investment are key drivers boosting the price of bitcoin. He also said, “the dollar’s...
Market Wrap: Cryptocurrencies Pull Back Amid Inflation and Geopolitical Risk
2.3.2022
Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptos pulled back on Wednesday as investor concerns about geopolitical tensions and inflation linger. The surge in commodity prices could lead to slower economic growth and greater market volatility. Still, some analysts point to greater buying power as a potential source...
Bitcoin HODLers Unfazed by Macro and Geopolitical Risks
1.3.2022
Blockchain data shows that few bitcoin traders are cutting bait as markets react to Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rises Despite Geopolitical Tensions
28.2.2022
Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptos rallied on Monday as talks between Russia and Ukraine are expected to continue in coming days. History shows geopolitical events tend to be short-lived, although more volatility is expected before a price recovery
Market Wrap: Bitcoin Stabilizes Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty
24.2.2022
Bitcoin (BTC) is attempting to pare earlier losses after Russia's unprovoked attack on Ukraine. Altcoins underperformed, and bitcoin's market cap continued to rise, suggesting a flight to safety among crypto investors
Crypto Community Discusses Warfare in Ukraine, Importance of Crypto, and the Future of Bitcoin
24.2.2022
During the course of the early morning trading sessions on Thursday (EST), 24-hour statistics show the crypto economy dropped more than 11% in value against the U.S. dollar. While the leading crypto asset bitcoin shed close to 10%, a myriad of alternative digital assets lost close to 20% in value....
Geopolitical Risk and Ukraine Worries Shake Equities, Cryptocurrencies — Gold Soars Higher
24.2.2022
On Wednesday, global markets have been volatile as Ukraine officials declared a state of emergency amid fears of a Russian invasion. Wall Street’s top indexes shuddered during the day’s trading sessions, and cryptocurrency markets slipped more than 4% during the 24 hour period. On...
Ukraine's Wealthy Finding It Hard to Buy Crypto Amid Geopolitical Tension
23.2.2022
Russia Busts Revil Ransomware Group on US Request, Arrests 14 Members
15.1.2022
Russian law enforcement agencies have dismantled the notorious hacking group Revil, believed to be behind ransomware attacks in the U.S. involving cryptocurrency. Although Moscow is unlikely to hand over Russian citizens to Washington, the operation has been carried out on request from the United...
US Stablecoin Regulation Could Lead to Geopolitical Competition
30.7.2021
Recent regulatory developments could push stablecoins closer to the existing fiat system, unleashing competition for control over a lifeblood of the crypto industry, says our columnist
Bitcoin Evolves From Tulips Into A Geopolitical Weapon As US Warned Again
8.4.2021
Washington has received yet another warning about the dangers of inertia in the bitcoin (BTC) sphere, with a leading investment guru and political donor claiming that the United States could be neglecting the token at its own peril – and playing directly into Beijing’s hands.
Speaking at a virtual...
Geopolitics at Stake in US Response to China’s Digital Yuan: Report
27.1.2021
From privacy to political power, China’s digital yuan will have far-reaching implications
IMF Cautions Central Banks May Have to Rethink What Constitutes Reserves
18.12.2020
The IMF warns that central banks may have to rethink what constitutes their reserve currency holdings. In a recent study, the global lender points to the changing geopolitical landscape, technological advances and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic as events likely to influence the composition...