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.SWOOSH delivers the first digital-creation collection
18.4.2023
Nike’s latest platform, .SWOOSH, delivers its very first digital creation collection, going by the name of Our Force 1 (OF1). This collection was duly created by the .SWOOSH community. The collection is split up into two digital boxes, one of them being the Classic Remix Box and the other being...
Zambia to Complete Testing Real-Life Crypto Usage Simulations by June — Government Minister
18.4.2023
Zambia is set to complete real-life crypto usage simulations by the end of June, Felix Mutati, the country’s science and technology minister has said. The Zambian minister said his country is seeking a balance between innovation and consumer protection. Zambia Needs to Build Digital...
Bank of England Explores Digital Pound for Wholesale Markets – CBDC Adoption on the Rise?
18.4.2023
A Bank of England (BoE) official has said that a digital version of the British pound could soon be used in wholesale markets, potentially taking the UK one step closer to a central bank digital currency (CBDC)....
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Israel's Central Bank Outlines Scenarios for Issuing a Digital Shekel
18.4.2023
The bank made it clear that no decision has yet been made on issuing a central bank digital currency
Hong Kong’s Banks Are Taking Lead on What e-HKD Will Look Like: Source
18.4.2023
At least one bank is leaning towards developing it on a permissioned blockchain
Israel’s central bank says CBDC could be issued if stablecoin use increases
18.4.2023
The Bank of Israel does not want private companies taking over the digital payments system in the country
Bitcoin Price Prediction as Digital Asset Firm CEO Says He's "More Bullish Now Than I’ve Ever Been" – Bitcoin to $100,000 This Year?
18.4.2023
The CEO of a prominent digital asset firm recently expressed unprecedented optimism regarding Bitcoin's future, stating that he is "more bullish now than I've ever been." This statement raises the question: could Bitcoin potentially reach $100,000 within the year?
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Nike is Releasing Its First Digital Sneaker Collection on .Swoosh
18.4.2023
The virtual sneaker, called Our Force 1, is a play on the brand's iconic Air Force 1 design
Tether Stablecoin Sees 22% Growth in 2023 Despite Dollar-Pegged Token Economy’s Contraction
17.4.2023
Since January 2023, the number of tether stablecoins in circulation has grown from 66 billion to the current 80.9 billion, representing growth of more than 22% this year. Tether’s growth is approaching the high of $83 billion in stablecoins in circulation that the project saw almost a year...
Today in Crypto: Bhutan 'Cultivated a Secret Crypto Portfolio', Amber Group May Sell Its Japan Unit, Bank of Israel Mulling a Digital Shekel
17.4.2023
Get your daily, bite-sized digest of cryptoasset and blockchain-related news – investigating the stories flying under the radar of today’s crypto news.__________...
Read More: Today in Crypto: Bhutan 'Cultivated a Secret Crypto Portfolio', Amber Group May Sell Its Japan Unit, Bank of Israel Mulling...
Bittrex Receives Wells Notice From SEC for Alleged Investor-Protection Law Violations
17.4.2023
According to a recent report, the cryptocurrency exchange Bittrex received a Wells notice from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in March, signaling a potential lawsuit. The SEC’s enforcement division sent the Wells notice prior to Bittrex deciding to wind down its operations...
Latam Insights – Inflation Skyrockets in Argentina, El Salvador Processes Digital Assets Licenses, Venezuelan Crypto Corruption Probe Continues
17.4.2023
Welcome to Latam Insights, a compendium of the most relevant crypto and economic development news from Latin America during the last week. In this issue: Inflation in Argentina goes over 100%, El Salvador issues its first digital assets licenses, and the crypto-linked corruption probe in Venezuela...
CBDC Debate Heats Up: BIS Project Sparks Controversy Among Critics; Lynette Zang Warns of Dangers of CBDCs
16.4.2023
During the weekend, discussions about central bank digital currencies, or CBDCs, trended on social media as many people believe the idea will result in increased financial surveillance and a totalitarian monetary system. In a recent interview, Lynette Zang, the chief market analyst at ITM Trading...
With Close to 10 Billion Stablecoins Redeemed, BUSD’s Supply Drops to Lowest Level Since April 2021
16.4.2023
Statistics recorded on April 15, 2023, show that the number of coins in circulation for the stablecoin BUSD dropped below the 7 billion range to 6.68 billion, marking the lowest number of BUSD in circulation since April 2021. Furthermore, data indicates that the supply of BUSD has shrunk by 19.8%...
Silk Road Hacker Sentenced to a Year in Prison for Wire Fraud
16.4.2023
On April 14, 2023, the Department of Justice (DOJ) for the Southern District of New York revealed that the hacker responsible for the Silk Road marketplace breach had been sentenced to a year in prison for wire fraud charges. James Zhong stole more than 50,000 bitcoin from the darknet marketplace...
Sotheby’s relaunches Glitch digital art sale, newbie strikes it rich uncovering $45K NFT and more
16.4.2023
After taking diversity concerns into account, Sotheby’s has revamped its Glitch digital art sale. Meanwhile, a newcomer to the online game Illuvium: Beyond has struck gold by discovering the rarest Illuvitar yet
Economist Paul Krugman Criticizes Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ Opposition to Central Bank Digital Currency
15.4.2023
Economist Paul Krugman questioned why Republican Florida governor Ron DeSantis opposes a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in a recent opinion editorial. Krugman suggested that DeSantis may be motivated by “general paranoia.” He speculated that DeSantis may be influenced...
Chia Network Files for IPO With the SEC, Eyes Public Listing
15.4.2023
On Friday, Chia Network Inc. announced that it had submitted a draft registration statement on Form S-1 to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), requesting an initial public offering (IPO). The blockchain network company, founded by Bittorrent creator Bram Cohen, will initiate the...
Hong Kong’s Largest Virtual Bank Offers Crypto Conversion Services
15.4.2023
ZA Bank, Hong Kong’s biggest virtual-only lender, intends to expand its business into the region’s growing digital assets sector. The banking platform will offer crypto-to-fiat conversions and account services as the Chinese financial center is seeking to embrace the industry. ZA Bank to Provide...
C6 Bank’s Climate Tool to Track CO2 Emissions From Customer Transactions Prompts Debate on Future of Banking
14.4.2023
On April 13, a C6 Bank customer in Brazil shared screenshots of his online bank account, revealing that the financial institution was tracking CO2 emissions from his purchases and urging him to compensate monetarily. C6 Bank states that the new tool aims to inspire Brazilians to adopt more...