New partnerships between central banks target digital currency integration to streamline tokenized cross-border transactions and modernize the global financial infrastructure. Cross-Border Finance Revolution: Three Nations Pioneer Digital Asset Integration The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) unveiled two significant partnerships this week to promote cross-border tokenization with the Bank of Thailand (BOT) and Brazil’s Banco Central […]
Bitfarms has partnered with Stronghold Digital Mining Hosting to deploy 10,000 miners at its Pennsylvania site, aiming to improve efficiency and expand its U.S. operations. Improved Efficiency Canada-based bitcoin miner Bitfarms has entered into a second miner hosting agreement with Stronghold Digital Mining Hosting. Bitfarms will deploy 10,000 miners at Stronghold’s Scrubgrass site. The miners, […]
Convenience store chain Sheetz now accepts crypto payments at all its locations — over 750 stores across multiple U.S. states — allowing customers to pay with cryptocurrencies and earn rewards. Sheetz Customers Gain a New Way to Pay — And Get Rewarded American convenience store chain Sheetz has expanded its partnership with crypto payment firm […]
Nexo has announced a rebranding initiative, repositioning itself as a digital asset wealth platform aimed at long-term crypto wealth management. Nexo Targets Wealthy Investors With Rebrand Amid Crypto Market Changes According to the announcement shared with Bitcoin.com News, the development aligns with the evolving crypto landscape as Nexo seeks to cater to experienced investors interested […]
The explosive growth of central bank digital currencies, expected to surge 2,430% by 2031, could revolutionize global payments, slashing cross-border transaction costs by billions. The Global Payment Shake-Up: CBDCs Poised to Transform Transactions Juniper Research, a market research and consulting firm specializing in digital technologies and innovation, released a report on Monday, forecasting a massive […]
Bit Digital is strategically navigating the post-halving era, opting for HPC opportunities instead of expanding hash rate at any cost. With a focus on generating predictable revenue, could BTBT emerge as the next dark horse among Bitcoin mining stocks? Analyzing Bit Digital’s (BTBT) Approach to Bitcoin Mining and HPC Diversification The following guest post comes […]
Russia’s new crypto law amplifies state control, enabling regional restrictions, tighter infrastructure regulations, and enhanced transaction monitoring. State Authority Over Digital Currency Grows as Russia Publishes New Law The Russian government released a document on Friday detailing a law signed by President Vladimir Putin that broadens the scope of digital currency regulations. This new law […]
The Russian Finance Minister offered insight into the inner workings of the new BRICS payment system at the recent summit held in Kazan. Anton Siluanov stated that the modern system will take digital financial assets into account and will be able to deliver financial messages. BRICS Proposed Payment System Might Use Digital Assets as Currencies […]
Russian banks, particularly smaller ones, are unhappy about the high cost (between $ 1.25 million and $ 2 million) of integrating with the central bank’s digital ruble platform. This cost is seen as prohibitive for many banks, exceeding their IT budgets. The central bank has mandated different deadlines for various bank categories to …
The People’s Bank of China emphasized the Mbridge platform’s role in improving cross-border payments through the use of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), aiming to reduce inefficiencies and avoid new barriers. The platform, which targets underserved regions like ASEAN, could reshape global finance and challenge the U.S. dollar’s dominance while requiring careful coordination to maintain […]
Ledn, a crypto lending platform, has announced $ 1.67 billion in loans processed year-to-date (YTD) as of Q3 2024, marking a milestone since its inception in 2018. This total includes $ 258.7 million in retail loans and $ 1.41 billion in institutional loans, with Q3 alone accounting for over $ 506 …
Ionic Digital has revived its plans for an initial public offering (IPO) following the appointment of BDO USA as its new auditor. The company, which is primarily involved in bitcoin (BTC) mining, also revealed that it holds 2,102.29 BTC, valued at $ 135.3 million as of Sept. 30, 2024. Ionic Digital Revives IPO Plan, …
Russian President Vladimir Putin has unveiled a plan to introduce digital currencies as a key tool for investment for the BRICS alliance. This proposal aims to boost economic growth in developing nations, with a focus on minimizing inflationary risks. By involving BRICS members and other developing countries, Putin sees this initiative as a critical step […]
A Fellow at the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center and former adviser at the Central Bank of Russia has weighed in on the digital ruble, Russia’s central bank digital currency (CBDC), highlighting its potential role in reshaping Russia’s financial landscape amid sanctions. While the digital currency could offer new avenues for trade and reduce reliance on […]
Before bitcoin took the spotlight, several digital currencies aimed to change the way we exchange value, but none could withstand the test of time. Ecash, E-gold, Liberty Reserve, and Q coins each had their moment, only to fall short in the end. This piece dives into their stories and uncovers how bitcoin, introduced by Satoshi […]