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FSB, IMF and BIS papers to set global crypto framework, says G20
26.2.2023
A series of recommendations and papers setting standards for a global crypto regulatory framework will be released by the institutions in July and September
The IMF and the U.S. Support India's Plan to Coordinate Global Crypto Regulation at G20
26.2.2023
The International Monetary Fund and the United States have shown support for India's plan to coordinate global crypto regulation during the recent G20 meeting.
India, which currently holds the G20 presidency, has been pushing for a collective global effort to regulate the nascent digital asset...
BRICS Nations ‘Coalescing Against the Dollar,’ Major Banks Predict More Fed Hikes, Bitcoin Records Large Blocks as Ordinals Gain Currency
26.2.2023
In spite of turbulence in traditional global finance, with BRICS nations said to be pushing for de-dollarization and major banks like Bank of America and Goldman Sachs predicting further interest rate hikes from the U.S. Federal Reserve, creativity in crypto has found a new boon in the form...
Over 200 Jurisdictions Agree on Timely Implementation of FATF Crypto Standards
26.2.2023
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) says delegates from over 200 jurisdictions have agreed on “an action plan to drive timely global implementation of FATF standards” on crypto assets. The standard-setting body said many countries have failed to implement its previous requirements...
Global Crypto Rules to be Based on Coming FSB & IMF Synthesis Paper, India Says After G20 Meetings
25.2.2023
Going forward, the basis of global crypto rules will be formed on a new synthesis paper, jointly produced by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Financial Stability Board (FSB)
Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Reaches All-Time High as Miners Face Second-Largest Increase This Year
25.2.2023
Bitcoin’s mining difficulty reached an all-time high (ATH) on Feb. 24, 2023, at block height #778,176, reaching 43.05 trillion hashes and surpassing the 40 trillion mark for the first time ever. The network’s difficulty increased by 9.95%, which is the second-largest rise this year...
Coordinated global crypto policies: G20 key financial stability priority
25.2.2023
India's finance minister called for a coordinated effort “for building and understanding of the macro-financial implications,” which could be used to build global crypto reforms
Commodity Strategist Mike McGlone Predicts a Recession as Top Catalyst for Gold’s Rise Above $2,000
24.2.2023
This week, Bloomberg Intelligence Senior Macro Strategist Mike McGlone shared his March outlook and noted that the “top catalyst” that could push gold above the $2,000-per-ounce range is a recession. McGlone further explained in an update about bitcoin and the Nasdaq that a...
5 ways CBDCs could impact the global financial system
24.2.2023
CBDCs could revolutionize the financial system by increasing efficiency, transparency and financial inclusion while reducing the use of cash
FATF Agrees on Action Plan to Drive Implementation of Global Crypto Norms
24.2.2023
The global financial crime watchdog's plenary, made up of 206 members of observer organizations like the IMF and the UN, will also take stock of what jurisdictions have been doing so far
Binance Looking to Hire Developers, Support Staff in Romania
24.2.2023
Global crypto exchange Binance is now hiring IT specialists and customer service representatives for its operations in Romania. The leading coin trading platform is also engaged in a number of educational initiatives in collaboration with Romanian universities and authorities. Cryptocurrency...
MEXC Global publishes proof of reserves after month long testing
23.2.2023
The report showed high reserve ratios for USDT, USDC, BTC, and ETH
Contentos partners with Carrieverse to expand local & Global reach
22.2.2023
Contentos recently announced a partnership with Carrieverse on global marketing efforts. As a social metaverse platform, Carrieverse focuses on content and reflects the real world. It also features different types of educational content, commerce options, social features, and Web3 games....
US Markets Tumble as Real Estate Weakens, Putin Suspends Nuclear Treaty, Morgan Stanley Warns of Stock Market ‘Death Zone’
22.2.2023
On Tuesday, all four major U.S. benchmark stock indexes fell as real estate data showed home sales dropped by 0.7% last month and Russian President Vladimir Putin suspended the nuclear arms control treaty with the United States. Additionally, the chief U.S. equity strategist at Morgan Stanley said...
Biggest Movers: BCH Hits Fresh Multi-Month High, Whilst MATIC Extends Declines
21.2.2023
Bitcoin cash jumped to a fresh seven-month high on Tuesday, as prices rallied, despite bearish sentiment increasing. Today’s move comes as the global cryptocurrency market cap is trading 1.50% lower at the time of writing. One of the most notable tokens to fall has been polygon, which...
Bitcoin Network Difficulty Expected to See Largest Increase of the Year Amid High Hashrate, Shorter Block Times
21.2.2023
After a small decrease of 0.49% on Feb. 12, 2023, Bitcoin’s network difficulty is expected to experience a significant increase in three days on Feb. 24. Estimates indicate the difficulty could see the largest rise of the year, surpassing the 10.26% increase that occurred on Jan. 15 at block...
Next Crypto Bull Run Will Start From the East, Says Gemini Co-Founder
21.2.2023
Gemini’s co-founder believes that the next crypto bull run will come from the East. “It will be a humbling reminder that crypto is a global asset class,” he said. “The West, really the U.S., always only ever had two options: embrace it or be left behind. It can’t...
Crypto Dominates as Payment Method for Remote Workers in Latam
20.2.2023
Most remote workers in Latam prefer to get paid in crypto, according to the latest report from the Deel Lab for Global Employment. The reasons behind the finding are said to be diverse, but include the instability of some of the local fiat currencies, and the influence of high levels of inflation...
Existing Stablecoins Won’t Meet Forthcoming Global Standards: FSB
20.2.2023
The Financial Stability Board's recommendations for regulating crypto and stablecoins are set to be released in July 2023
Binance US Refutes Reports Comparing It to Fraudulent Crypto Exchanges
20.2.2023
Binance US has refuted reports that draw parallels between it and “fraudulent exchanges that have gone bankrupt.” The U.S.-based crypto trading platform stressed that “only Binance.US employees” have access to its bank accounts, denying the allegation that global crypto...