India’s CBDC activity declines sharply after artificial pump: report

India’s digital currency, known as the e-rupee, is experiencing a sharp decline in activity after local banks ceased artificially inflating its metrics. India‘s central bank digital currency (CBDC) appears to be losing momentum, dropping sharply to a fraction of its… дальше »

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Bitcoin Rights Secured In Louisiana: New Bill Protects BTC And Shuns CBDCs

Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency asset in the financial sector, is set to garner more recognition as the state of Louisiana has enacted a historic law that will safeguard BTC access while outlawing the use of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). дальше »

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Fresh from the Trading Room: Corn, Cattle, Canada

Bank of Canada's recent interest rate cut, the first among G7 central banks, could be a harbinger of similar actions by other central banks in developed economies. The shift towards looser monetary policy could have significant implications for commodities. дальше »

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Swiss central bank extends CBDC pilot until 2026

The Swiss National Bank moves forward with its digital franc pilot, extending it by at least two more years. The Swiss National Bank (SNB) has decided to extend its pilot program for issuing a wholesale central bank digital currency (CBDC)… дальше »

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Iran to pilot CDBC in Kish Island starting July

The Central Bank of Iran (CBI) will begin a trial of its central bank digital currency (CBDC), the digital rial, in Kish Island starting in July. The central bank said on June 19 that banking network customers and tourists can use the digital rial wallet to make purchases and transfers between wallets via barcode without […] The post Iran to pilot CDBC in Kish Island starting July appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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UniCredit CEO endorses digital euro with banks’ role intact

UniCredit CEO Andrea Orcel voiced his support for a digital euro if only banks retain their central role in its implementation and operation. Digital euro could be a “very good” thing if financial lenders retain their central role, UniCredit CEO… дальше »

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IMF Says CBDCs Could Boost Middle East's Financial Inclusion, Payment Efficiency

Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) may not be essential to achieving intended policy goals, instead addressing underlying constraints and improving other digital payment systems may be a more practical alternative, a survey of 19 central banks in the Middle East and Central Asia (ME&CA) region by the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) has said. дальше »

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Is Donald Trump actually launching an official coin?

There’s no official confirmation about whether DJT on Solana is linked to Donald Trump’s campaign — but there are several reasons why the former president might be tempted. Donald Trump has railed against central bank digital currencies, opened the door… дальше »

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Iran to start public pilot for digital currency on Kish Island

Iran’s central bank is set to launch a pilot for its digital rial enabling cashless transactions for banking customers. The Central Bank of Iran (CBI), also known as Bank Markazi, has announced the operational phase of its digital currency known… дальше »

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Korean court gets new evidence alleging Terra’s Kwon deceived investors with fake transfers

South Korean prosecutors have found new evidence alleging that Terra founder Do Kwon conspired with former Chai CEO Shin Hyun-Sung to deceive investors with fake transactions. Terraform Labs co-founder Kwon Do-Hyeong, a central figure in the collapse of the Terra… дальше »

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BIS reveals almost every major central bank is interested in wholesale CBDCs

The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) said its recent survey of central banks revealed that 94% of them globally are now engaged in exploring central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) — reflecting a sharp increase in experiments and pilots, especially with wholesale CBDCs. дальше »

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Central banks less likely to issue retail CBDCs in mid-term, BIS says

According to the results of the 2023 BIS survey on central bank digital currencies and crypto, only 12% of central banks are planning to issue retail CBDCs in the mid-term. A recent survey by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS)… дальше »

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More Central Banks Are Exploring a CBDC, BIS Survey Finds

There's a greater chance of a wholesale CBDC being issued within six years than a retail one, according to the report. дальше »

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Congressman Massie says support for legislation to abolish Federal Reserve has grown 10x

US Congressman Thomas Massie has reintroduced legislation aimed at abolishing the Federal Reserve, a move he says was inspired by a seminal book on Bitcoin. The bill, known as the “Federal Reserve Board Abolition Act,” marks the first attempt in a decade to dismantle the nation’s central banking system. дальше »

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A Closer Look at Crypto Casino Regulations and Compliance

Crypto casinos are sites that use virtual currencies like Bitcoin (BTC) instead of fiat currencies. As crypto casinos grow in success, central authorities are starting to create rules and laws on how they operate. дальше »

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$3 XRP Price Beckons As Ripple Pens Deal With Georgia’s Central Bank To Revolutionize Economy

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Ripple Teams up With Republic of Georgia's Central Bank for Economic Revolution

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Bitcoin Tumbles Below $70,000: Jobs Report, ECB Rate Cut Deliver Double Whammy

Friday delivered a double whammy to the Bitcoin market, exposing the cryptocurrency’s sensitivity to the ever-shifting sands of global economics. The price of the digital asset tumbled below $70,000 after a perplexing US jobs report collided with a surprise interest rate cut by the European Central Bank (ECB). дальше »

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Arthur Hayes predicts impending bull run for Bitcoin as G7 central banks start easing policy

BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes believes the recent policy shifts by global central banks herald the start of a significant bull market for Bitcoin and high-potential altcoins. In his latest blog post, “Group of Fools,” Hayes articulated how these changes in monetary policy create a fertile ground for the crypto market’s growth. дальше »

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Russian official says international CBDC payments will be the norm within 5 years

Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) are expected to become widespread and will be used for international payments as a norm within the next five years, according to Anatoly Aksakov, Chairman of the Russian State Duma’s Financial Markets Committee. дальше »

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Crypto On Watch: Will ECB Rate Cut Fuel Bitcoin Rally?

Bitcoin prices are set to surge following the European Central Bank’s (ECB) decision to initiate its first interest rate cut in five years yesterday. The unanimous vote by all 20 national representatives slashed rates by 0. дальше »

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European Central Bank, Bank of Canada Cut Interest Rates: Crypto Market Impact

The ECB and BoC cut interest rates, boosting spending and crypto investments, with future adjustments hinging on economic data. The post European Central Bank, Bank of Canada Cut Interest Rates: Crypto Market Impact appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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UAE central bank introduces licensing system for stablecoins

UAE central bank has approved new licensing for dirham-backed stablecoins. The licensing system is part of UAE’s broader Financial Infrastructure Transformation (FIT). The Dubai regulator updated the rules to allow limited investments in unrecognized tokens. дальше »

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Money20/20: Digital euro is highly likely, says ECB’s Evelien Witlox

In her presentation at Money20/20, Evelien Witlox, Digital Euro Director at the European Central Bank, delved into the potential implications of a digital euro and how its inception would impact the Euro payment landscape Noting a decrease in cash usage… дальше »

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Zimbabwe central bank ironing out wrinkles in new currency

The new currency, an outgrowth of the government’s gold-backed token, is performing well economically but receiving mixed public reviews. дальше »

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Money20/20: Global adoption of CBDCs is growing, but interoperability presents challenges

Pallavi Thakur, Director of Strategy and Innovation at Swift, and Ryan Rugg from Citi shared insights at Money20/20 from their recent collaborative CBDC experiment. Both Thakur and Rugg cited the rapid progress of the global adoption of central bank digital… дальше »

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Qatar Central Bank launches first phase of CBDC project

The Qatar Central Bank (QCB) has announced the completion of the infrastructure development for its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) project, marking a significant milestone in its efforts to embrace digital financial transformations. дальше »

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Qatar Central Bank launches first phase of CBDC project

The small country on the Arabian Peninsula sees CBDC as part of its national development strategy.

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Will Bitcoin benefit from a European Central Bank rate cut?

The ECB is widely anticipated to implement a 0.25% rate cut this week, following seven consecutive months of inflation easing across the eurozone. дальше »

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OKX expands crypto exchange services to the Netherlands

OKX has launched its Web3 wallet and crypto exchange service in the Netherlands. The exchange will offer spot trading, crypto convert and other services, with support for 150 cryptocurrencies. OKX holds regulatory approval from De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB), the central bank of the Netherlands. дальше »

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OKX expands to the Netherlands with new crypto exchange and wallet

Previously known as Okcoin Europe, OKX began serving users in the Netherlands in 2021 after registering with the Dutch central bank. дальше »

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Indian cop arrested for stealing over $200K in Bitcoin tied to a scam probe

An Indian police officer has been arrested for siphoning off INR 1.8 crores worth of Bitcoin, approximately $216,000, related to a crypto scam investigation. Per a local report, Chandrahar SR, a former police inspector with the Central Crime Branch (CCB),… дальше »

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Blockchain Life 2024 to Take Place in Dubai at the Peak of the Bull Run

The legendary Blockchain Life 2024 will return for its 13th edition on October 22-23. As Dubai gains a reputation as a global crypto hub, the forum is set to be the central event of this year. With the highly anticipated peak of the crypto market growth still ahead, the forum presents an excellent opportunity for … Continued The post Blockchain Life 2024 to Take Place in Dubai at the Peak of the Bull Run appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Israel to Start Digital Shekel Challenge to Develop Payment Use Cases

Israel's central bank is launching a challenge on the use of a central bank digital currency in payments as part of an "action plan for a possible issuance of the digital shekel." дальше »

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Israel starts digital shekel pilot

The Bank of Israel is launching the so-called Digital Shekel Challenge, inviting diverse sectors to develop applications for a potential central bank digital currency. The Bank of Israel is moving forward with its digital currency also known as the digital… дальше »

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Cambodia’s central bank chief says digital currency will bolster local fiat

Cross-border QR code payments via Cambodia’s digital currency are poised to boost the use of the riel, according to central bank governor Chea Serey. The National Bank of Cambodia‘s new digital currency, Bakong, is poised to significantly boost the use… дальше »

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Binance’s share among Russian web traffic plunged by 30%, central bank says

Russians are increasingly seeking new crypto platforms following Binance’s exit from the market, according to the Bank of Russia. Binance‘s departure from Russia has led to a drastic shift in web traffic as Russians started seeking new alternatives, according to… дальше »

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Michael Saylor And Quoth the Raven: The Conundrum of Central Planning

An interview of Michael Saylor by Quoth the Raven, looking at Saylor's opinions on how Bitcoin integration into the financial system will play out. дальше »

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WEF raises concerns over quantum computing risks to CBDCs, cryptographic encryption

The World Economic Forum (WEF) has issued a stark warning about the vulnerabilities in central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), urging the implementation of quantum-resistant strategies to safeguard these digital currencies from emerging cybersecurity threats. дальше »

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ESTR Pricing Rate Cuts Sooner Than Fed

Euro Short-Term Rate Futures are expecting the European Central Bank to cut rates sooner and deeper than the Fed. дальше »

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Central Bank of Brazil Targets Complete Crypto Regulation by 2024

The Central Bank of Brazil plans to finalize crypto regulations by 2024 to enhance market transparency and investor protection. The post Central Bank of Brazil Targets Complete Crypto Regulation by 2024 appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Hong Kong debuts China’s digital yuan pilot, prohibits peer-to-peer transfers

China’s central bank digital currency is now available in Hong Kong, as Beijing is pushing hard to digitize its economy. China has started its first pilot outside the mainland, with digital yuan now available in Hong Kong‘s local shops, according… дальше »

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Bitcoin Has Best Day in 2 Months as Markets Anticipate a ‘Summer of Easing'

The net percent of global central banks cutting rates is increasing in a positive sign for risk assets, including cryptocurrencies. дальше »

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Philippines' Central Bank Gives Approval to Coins.ph to Pilot Stablecoin in Key Remittance Market

Philippines' central bank has given its approval to digital currency exchange Coins.ph to pilot a Philippine Peso backed stablecoin called PHPC, the company said last week. дальше »

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El Salvador launches website to monitor the Bitcoin holdings in its treasury

El Salvador has made headlines once again in the cryptocurrency world with the launch of a Bitcoin treasury monitoring website. Since adopting Bitcoin (BTC) as a legal tender in 2021, El Salvador continues to pioneer initiatives aimed at embracing and leveraging the potential of digital assets for economic growth and financial inclusion. The Central American […] дальше »

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Philippines’ central bank greenlights pilot for Peso-backed stablecoin

BSP approves pilot for PHPC, a Peso-backed stablecoin, in collaboration with Coins. ph. Sandbox testing to evaluate PHPC’s real-world performance and impact on local fiat ecosystem. Transition to real-world usage subject to final evaluations and approvals by central bank. дальше »

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Kraken counters SEC’s legal interpretation in dismissal motion

Kraken argues that the SEC’s efforts to refute unaddressed arguments indicate a misunderstanding of the case’s central points.

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Rate hikes linked to 11 out of 14 past U.S. recessions, historical analysis shows

Quick Take The Federal Reserve and other central banks worldwide are approaching the end of a rate-hiking cycle, raising concerns about a potential recession. Historical data from Rosenberg Research, shared by QE infinity, reveals a concerning trend: out of the past 14 rate-hiking cycles since 1950, the United States has experienced a recession 11 times. дальше »

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German central bank president calls for swift adoption of CBDCs to stay competitive.

Joachim Nagel, President of the Deutsche Bundesbank and a member of the ECB, emphasized the urgency for central banks to reassess their business models and swiftly adopt central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). дальше »

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Kenya taps US Bitcoin mining giant Marathon Digital for crypto regime and mining consultation

Kenya partners with Marathon Digital for crypto regime advice, a notable change from its central bank's previous warnings. The post Kenya taps US Bitcoin mining giant Marathon Digital for crypto regime and mining consultation appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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