Crypto for Advisors: Bitcoin and Gold, Stores of Value

The approval of the bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs could represent a similar change in market to what central banks caused in gold markets post-2022 – a new factor that, at least temporarily, overwhelms traditional narratives, including the “store of value” concept. дальше »

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ECB to challenge American, Chinese payment systems with digital euro

The European Central Bank is gearing up to challenge international payment giants by introducing its digital currency to strengthen Europe’s economic sovereignty. The European Central Bank is preparing to challenge dominant American and Chinese payment systems with the introduction of… дальше »

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Russia’s largest bank to start offering customers CBDC in 2025

Sberbank, Russia’s largest lender, aims to begin offering digital ruble transactions to its customers in early 2025, according to a senior bank executive. Russia‘s banking giant Sberbank plans to start operations with the country’s central bank digital currency — also… дальше »

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Qatar introduces regulatory framework for digital assets

Qatar’s central bank governor believes that the framework will bring opportunities to the country’s financial sector. 

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Central banks buying gold at record levels, but Bitcoin still outperforms

Central banks bought a record 483 tonnes of gold in the first half of 2024, driving the asset to an all-time high.

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India’s central bank proposes ‘plug-and-play’ CBDC framework for cross-border transactions

India's proposed CBDC framework could significantly enhance global financial integration and efficiency in cross-border transactions. The post India’s central bank proposes ‘plug-and-play’ CBDC framework for cross-border transactions appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Telegram CEO Pavel Durov’s Arrest: Experts Assess The Impact On Crypto

On August 24, Pavel Durov, co-founder and CEO of Telegram, was arrested in France, sending immediate shockwaves through the crypto market as the value of Toncoin (TON) plunged. The arrest is notably significant given Telegram’s central role in the crypto industry as a primary hub for communications. дальше »

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PayPal's PYUSD stablecoin crosses $1B market cap - How Solana helped its rise

PayPal celebrates PYUSD’s important milestone of attaining the $1 billion market cap figure. A recap of how the Solana network was central in PYUSD's growth, and how it compares with EthereumThe post PayPal's PYUSD stablecoin crosses $1B market cap - How Solana helped its rise appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Is $10,000 Possible For XRP? Crypto Pundit Shares Bold Predictions

Crypto pundit and YouTube influencer Levi Rietveld has projected a bold price target of $10,000 for XRP with his 117,000 followers. His prediction is backed by major developments within Ripple’s adoption and integration into Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). дальше »

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Bitpanda partners with CoinMENA to boost crypto adoption

Crypto exchange Bitpanda and trading platform CoinMENA have announced a strategic alliance aimed at bolstering the latter’s efficiency. CoinMENA has operational licenses from the Central Bank of Bahrain and the Dubai Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA). дальше »

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India’s CBDC platform hits 5m users 20 months after pilot launch

Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das urged a cautious CBDC rollout, as the retail pilot now reaches over 5 million users. India‘s central bank digital currency platform has surpassed the 5 million users mark as the country continues to… дальше »

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India's CBDC Has 5M Users, Can be Phased in Gradually: Central Bank Governor

India's central bank Governor Shaktikanta Das has said that while their retail central bank digital currency (CBDC) pilot has over 5 million users, there should not be in any rush to roll out a system-wide CBDC. дальше »

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Russia’s central bank set to legalize crypto for qualified investors

The Bank of Russia appears to be moving forward with plans to test cross-border crypto deals for qualified investors. Russia‘s central bank, the Bank of Russia, is considering amending the law to introduce a new category of “particularly qualified investors,”… дальше »

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KUNA founder: Ukraine’s central bank ‘killed’ local crypto market

Michael Chobanyan, founder of KUNA, claims Ukraine’s central bank has effectively “killed” the local cryptocurrency market, prompting him to shift his focus to Europe. According to Michael Chobanyan, founder of the KUNA crypto exchange, the crypto market in Ukraine is… дальше »

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Tether Plans to Develop UAE Dirham-Pegged Stablecoin Alongside Phoenix Group

Tether plans to seek licensing for the stablecoin under the U.A.E. Central Bank's Payment Token Services Regulation. дальше »

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RAKBANK partners with Bitpanda to launch digital asset management platform in UAE

RAKBANK partners with Bitpanda to create a digital asset management platform. The digital asset management platform awaits approval from the Central Bank of the UAE. UAE’s crypto adoption continues to grow with new regulations and direct bank transactions. дальше »

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Bitcoin.org Celebrates 16 Years: Key Facts to Know

Bitcoin. org, launched in 2008, was crucial in introducing Bitcoin and decentralized finance. It remains central to ongoing debates, security concerns, and legal challenges reflecting Bitcoin’s evolution. дальше »

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European Central Bank wants a digital euro, these four countries say ‘no’

The European Central Bank’s plans to launch the digital euro, are being resisted by many people in Germany, Austria, Netherlands, and Slovakia.  The concern is that a Central Bank Digital Currency will leave them dangerously dependent on technology. They also… дальше »

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Bank of Ghana unveils draft regulations for digital assets

Ghana's central bank unveils draft crypto regulations to balance innovation and financial security. дальше »

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Ghana’s central bank announces draft guidelines for crypto service providers

Ghana’s central bank has published draft guidelines for Virtual Asset Service Providers. According to the Bank of Ghana’s Aug. 16 draft, the nation has witnessed a spike in demand for cryptocurrencies, prompting the need for regulations to counter the various… дальше »

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Why are Norwegian and Swiss banks buying MicroStrategy shares?

Central banks in Europe have acquired shares of pro-Bitcoin software firm MicroStrategy, potentially making an indirect bet on the trendy cryptocurrency. The Norwegian and Swiss central banks bought 1. дальше »

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Central Banks of Norway and Switzerland Disclose Massive MicroStrategy (MSTR) Holdings

The shares of MicroStrategy are down 3.5% over the past 24 hours дальше »

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Ecuador’s BCE reaffirms cryptocurrency ban amid Worldcoin expansion

As the rapid growth of cryptocurrency projects like Worldcoin continues to gain momentum in Ecuador, the country’s central bank (Banco Central del Ecuador, BCE) has reiterated that digital assets do not have legal status and cannot be used as an official electronic payment method. дальше »

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Russia’s Minfin considers launching a domestic crypto exchange

Russia’s Finance Ministry and central bank are in talks about setting up a domestic crypto exchange, though no final decision has been made yet. As Russia explores the development of its own crypto trading platforms, driven by the need to… дальше »

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India’s central bank sees risks in CBDC amid financial crisis

India central bank’s Michael Debabrata Patra warns CBDC could be falsely considered as a “safe haven,” increasing bank run risks. Central bank digital currencies, touted for their potential to enhance financial inclusion and reduce settlement risks, may also pose significant… дальше »

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Trudeau’s rival pushes to ban CBDC in Canada, preserves cash use

Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre pledges to ban a central bank digital currency in Canada, pledging to protect cash use. Canadian Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre voiced strong opposition to the development of a central bank digital currency in Canada in… дальше »

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DeFi protocols show resilience despite this week’s macro crash: IntoTheBlock

DeFi's resilience amid market turmoil underscores its potential to operate autonomously and maintain stability without central intervention. The post DeFi protocols show resilience despite this week’s macro crash: IntoTheBlock appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Kyrgyzstan set to launch its own digital currency by 2027

Kyrgyzstan’s central bank has proposed amendments to the law to legalize its digital currency as a legal tender. The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has initiated public discussions on constitutional law amendments aimed at integrating its own digital currency — known… дальше »

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Interview: Most central banks, especially the Fed, get interest rates wrong, says Jim Rogers

The wild swing that Japan, Asia and global markets including the US witnessed on Monday following data on US jobs and the unwinding of yen carry trade has stabilised for now, but fears of the US slipping into a recession, remain. дальше »

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Amazon, Google, Walmart seek to join India’s CBDC pilot: report

American payment giants such as GooglePay and AmazonPay are reportedly aiming to participate in the Indian central bank’s digital currency pilot. Top U.S. tech giants such as Amazon and Google are reportedly looking to join India’s central bank digital currency… дальше »

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EU MiCA implementation is a “pivotal moment” for crypto regulations: compliance expert

The European Central Bank recently joined forces with Crystal Intelligence, as its blockchain analytics partner for the upcoming MiCA implementation. дальше »

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Tucker Clarkson Drops Jaw-Dropping Bombshell: The CIA Created Bitcoin

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Russian central bank governor says CBDCs will be part of everyday life by 2031

Bank of Russia Governor Elvira Nabiullina reiterated the regulator’s belief that the digital ruble, Russia’s central bank digital currency (CBDC), will achieve widespread adoption within the next five to seven years. дальше »

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Azerbaijan’s central bank holds back on CBDC over monetary policy concerns

Azerbaijan is taking a cautious approach to the development of a central bank digital currency, citing concerns over monetary policy and financial stability. The Central Bank of Azerbaijan hasn’t made plans to issue a central bank digital currency at this… дальше »

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Bitcoin holds steady as Fed chair Powell hints at rate cuts in September, says no plans for CBDC

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggested on Wednesday that the central bank might reduce interest rates at its upcoming September meeting if the current trend of easing inflation continues. This announcement comes as recent data indicates a decline in inflation closer to the Fed’s 2% target, while unemployment has risen slightly above 4%. дальше »

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Stablecoin Balance Sheets Can Be Supervised, BIS and UK Central Bank Project Claims

Project Pyxtrial is a first step towards a tool that could support supervisors and regulators in proactively detecting issues in stablecoin backing, the report said. дальше »

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Bank of Russia eyes full-scale digital ruble launch by next July

The Bank of Russia is set to launch the digital ruble for widespread use by July 2025, following successful pilot tests. Russia’s central bank, the Bank of Russia, could launch its central bank digital currency — also known as the… дальше »

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Bank of England to Carry Out CBDC, Digital Ledger Experiments

In a new discussion paper, the U.K. central bank also said it wants to ensure stablecoins are interchangeable with the pound. дальше »

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Russia’s central bank warns scammers weaponized memecoins, tap-to-earn games

The Bank of Russia has issued a public warning, stating that bad actors are increasingly using memecoins and tap-to-earn games to deceive victims. Russia‘s central bank released a report on Monday detailing a rapid increase in financial scams within the… дальше »

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$TAO: Leading the Charge In Decentralized AI Market Growth

Bittensor_’s mission to accelerate the development of open-source intelligence markets for AI applications is unmatched in the Web3 space. Central to this mission is $TAO, the altcoin that powers Bittensor’s decentralized machine learning network, which has taken a prominent position in the current bull cycle. дальше »

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Russia mulls launching tokens backed by cenbank-owned gold: report

As sanctions keep biting, Russia is exploring gold-backed tokenized assets for cross-border trades, with plans for broader testing by year-end. Russian lawmakers are exploring the introduction of gold-backed tokenized assets, directly managed by the central bank, as a solution for… дальше »

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UAE Central Bank introduces new Stablecoin regulations

The UAE Central Bank approved a framework for stablecoin regulation which allows only dirham-backed stablecoins to be used for payments. Cryptocurrency like Bitcoin and Ethereum will be restricted to trading, investment, and corporate treasury purposes while foreign stablecoins will only be permitted for purchasing specific virtual assets like NFTs. дальше »

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The Importance of Smart Contract Audits

In the blockchain sector, a positive first impression is key to earning trust. With smart contracts being central to blockchain projects, their security is crucial. Here’s why smart contract audits are essential - and how they can prevent potential disasters. дальше »

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ApeCoin DAO votes to open APE-themed hotel in Bangkok

ApeCoin (APE) decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) initiated a proposal to launch an APE-themed hotel in central Bangkok. дальше »

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Kazakhstan pays for rail line to China using programmable CBDC

The second phase of the Kazakhstan central bank digital currency pilot focused on controlling its many potential uses.

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Putin warns of power shortages from Bitcoin mining, calls for expansion of CBDC

Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that crypto mining could lead to significant power shortages in some regions of the country while calling for an expansion of its central bank digital currency (CBDC), the digital rouble, in a July 17 meeting. дальше »

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Mark Cuban: Silicon Valley betting on Bitcoin with Trump support

Mark Cuban opined that Bitcoin is the central theme behind the support of Silicon Valley giants for former President Donald Trump’s political aspirations. дальше »

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Cambodia’s CBDC developer to construct bond market for Palau on blockchain: report

A Japanese fintech developer will create a blockchain-based bond market gateway for Palau, aiming to launch a trial in 2024 and a full roll-out the following year. Japanese fintech developer Soramitsu, best known for developing a central bank digital currency… дальше »

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China, Kazakhstan central banks forge CBDC research partnership

China and Kazakhstan have entered into a strategic partnership to collaborate on Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) research. дальше »

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Sen. Cynthia Lummis praises Bitcoin, calls CBDCs ‘the beast’

Sen. Cynthia Lummis reiterated her Bitcoin agenda on Friday and derided the merits of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) in an interview with Fox Business host Larry Kudlow. In a recent interview with Fox Business on Friday, July 13, Lummis… дальше »

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