Cryptocurrency Market

  • Market Cap: $2,407,087,163,783.41
  • 24h Vol: $55,445,170,526.62
  • BTC Dominance: 56.57%

Digital Currencies

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Bank of Russia Eyes Stablecoins for Cross-Border Transactions

The Bank of Russia is exploring the use of stablecoins in cross-border transactions, considering them as digital financial assets (DFAs) under existing regulations if they have a responsible entity. The initiative may involve a limited group of qualified investors and would require testing for regulatory feasibility. Bank of Russia Explores Stablecoin Use for Cross-Border Transactions […]

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India Expected to Release Consultation Paper on Cryptocurrency Regulations in Coming Months, Report

The Indian government, through a panel headed by the Secretary of the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA), is expected to release a consultation paper on cryptocurrency regulations. The paper, scheduled for release between September and October 2024, will seek input from stakeholders to gather feedback on effective regulation. India is emphasizing the importance of international

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Metamask Partners With Mastercard to Launch Crypto-Backed Debit Card in Europe

Metamask has teamed up with Mastercard and Baanx to launch a debit card that lets users spend their crypto assets directly from their self-custody wallets. Consensys, the firm behind the project, views this new card as a pivotal step in weaving digital currencies into everyday life. Mastercard and Metamask Team Up to Launch Crypto Debit

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Putin Signs Law to Advance Cryptocurrency Use in Russia’s International Trade

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a new law to establish experimental legal frameworks to advance digital technologies, particularly cryptocurrencies, in international trade. The legislation allows for the modification of laws to facilitate cryptocurrency transactions, including cross-border trade, and grants the Bank of Russia oversight of pilot projects related to digital currencies. Putin Signs Law

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2024 Crypto Rollercoaster: BOME Soars 11,931% as W Slides 84%

It’s been seven months—or precisely 223 days—since 2024 kicked off, and several digital currencies have experienced impressive gains. Leading the pack are two meme coins, BOME and MOG, which have skyrocketed by 11,931% and 3,733%, respectively, over this period. Crypto’s Year-to-Date Gainers and Losers In 2024, statistics reveal that several crypto assets have achieved impressive

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UAE Blockchain and AI Startup Sentient Labs Secures $85 Million in Seed Funding

Sentient Labs, a UAE-headquartered startup, has successfully raised $85 million in seed funding. The funding round was spearheaded by billionaire Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund and Pantera Capital, with additional participation from Framework Ventures. Sentient Labs stands out by merging decentralized blockchain features with cutting-edge AI technology, aiming to challenge existing norms and create a more

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Ghana Central Bank Partners With Singapore Regulator to Demonstrate Use of Digital Credentials in Global Trade

The Ghanaian central bank recently collaborated with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to demonstrate the use of digital credentials in international trade. The second phase of Project DESFT culminated in the execution of cross-border trade between the West African nation and Singapore in April 2024. Ghana’s CBDC to Streamline Cross-Border Trade The Bank of

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BRICS Currencies to Have No Alternative, Former Russian President Medvedev Says

Fiat currencies of BRICS member states will have no alternative in the future, according to former President of Russia Dmitry Medvedev. Nations in the bloc need to think about their digital forms and a digital currency issued by the group as a whole, the Russian politician said. Ruble, Yuan, Other BRICS Currencies to Take Over

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Russia to Work With Digital Currencies of Other Nations

The platform developed for the digital ruble will be able to operate with different state-issued digital currencies, the Bank of Russia said. Mechanisms for interaction with digital coins minted by the central banks of other countries are already under development, the monetary authority unveiled. Digital Ruble Platform to Support Integration With Other CBDCs, Bank of

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Dollar to Play Lesser Role Due to Its Weaponization, Digital Currencies, Economist Jeffrey Sachs Says

Within the next decade, the U.S. dollar will play a much less dominant role than it is today, according to Jeffrey Sachs. The renowned economist listed a few factors for the diminishing status of the greenback such as its use as a political weapon by Washington, the introduction of currencies like the digital yuan, and

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