Digital currency

Digital Dollar Project Remarks Modernization Is Necessary to Preserve Dollar’s Status

March 21, 2025 Bitcoin.com

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The Digital Dollar Project, which focuses on investigation leading to the future-proofing of the dollar, states that while the U.S. currency is still peerless, it is moving on the wheels of technology quickly approaching obsolescence. Digital Dollar Project States U.S. Currency Must Modernize to Preserve Its Status The Digital Dollar Project, a non-neutral, non-profit forum […]

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South Korea to Trial CBDC With 100,000 Users and 7 Banks

March 19, 2025 Bitcoin.com

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South Korea’s CBDC pilot will involve seven major banks issuing deposit tokens, enabling 100,000 participants to make digital payments at top retailers like 7-Eleven, Hyundai Home Shopping, and Kyobo Bookstore. South Korea’s CBDC Pilot to Test Deposit Tokens in Real-World Transactions South Korea’s central bank, the Bank of Korea (BOK), is gearing up to launch […]

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Rwanda Unveils Draft Law to Regulate Virtual Assets, Providing Clarity and Oversight

March 11, 2025 Bitcoin.com

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Rwanda has taken a significant step towards regulating digital asset transactions by unveiling a draft law governing virtual assets. Addressing FATF Concerns Rwandan regulators recently unveiled a draft law regulating virtual assets in the African country. The release of the draft, which identifies the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) as the regulatory authority overseeing the virtual […]

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China AMC Launches ‘First’ Retail Tokenized Fund in APAC

March 3, 2025 Bitcoin.com

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China Asset Management has launched the first retail tokenized fund in the Asia Pacifi (APAC) region. Broadening Investor Base The Hong Kong investment firm China Asset Management recently launched a tokenized fund known as the China AMC HKD Digital Money Market Fund. The fund, which primarily invests in Hong Kong dollar (HKD)-denominated short-term deposits and […]

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Expert: Bitcoin Should Anchor US Digital Asset Stockpile

February 16, 2025 Bitcoin.com

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Martins Benkitis, co-founder and CEO of market maker Gravity Team, believes that any digital asset stockpile, as suggested by an executive order from U.S. President Donald Trump, should start with Bitcoin as its foundation. Altcoins in U.S. Digital Asset Stockpile Carry Risks While an executive order signed by U.S. President Donald Trump is somewhat vague […]

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Gate.io Becomes Exclusive Crypto Partner of Oracle Red Bull Racing

February 10, 2025 Bitcoin.com

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Crypto exchange, Gate.io has signed a multi-year partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing, with the collaboration aiming to accelerate crypto adoption. Gate.io Partners with Red Bull Racing for Increased Crypto Visibility in Formula 1 Gate.io, a global crypto exchange has announced an exclusive partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing, the eight-time championship-winning Formula 1 team. […]

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Coinshares: Digital Asset Inflows Hit $527 Million Amid Market Volatility and Trade Tariff Concerns

February 3, 2025 Bitcoin.com

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Inflows into digital asset investment products crossed $500 million, despite the larger macroeconomic events that moved the market. Green Week for Digital Assets Despite Trade Tariffs and Deepseek Volatility Digital asset investment products recorded $527 million in inflows last week, despite investor uncertainty driven by macroeconomic factors such as U.S. trade tariffs and China’s Deepseek […]

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Cryptocurrency Czar David Sacks, Lawmakers to Discuss US Crypto Leadership Plan

February 3, 2025 Bitcoin.com

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White House cryptocurrency director David Sacks will hold a press conference on Tuesday, Feb. 4, at 2:30 p.m. ET to discuss the U.S. digital asset strategy. White House to Outline U.S. Digital Asset Strategy in Press Conference Reports and a recently published memo state that David Sacks, who serves as President Donald Trump’s artificial intelligence […]

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XRP Hits $2.77, Becomes Third-Largest Crypto Amid Market Frenzy

December 2, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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Over the past day, XRP, the digital currency, has climbed more than 41% against the U.S. dollar, marking a 431% increase overall. Trading Mania: XRP’s Explosive Rally Draws Global Attention Currently riding a wave of momentum, XRP is trading at $2.77 per coin as of 11:20 a.m. ET on Dec. 2. This price point positions […]

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Chinese microchip company says it’s now accepting Bitcoin as payment 

November 12, 2024 Coin Telegraph

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Huangzhou-based crypto mining chip maker Nano Labs saw its share price rise slightly after announcing it will start accepting Bitcoin as payment.

Shares in China-based crypto mining chip designer Nano Labs rose slightly after announcing it is now accepting Bitcoin as payment for its goods and services through a business account on Coinbase.

In a Nov. 11 statement, the Huangzhou-based crypto mining chip maker, which is listed on the Nasdaq, said the move was part of a “commitment to embracing the latest in financial technology” as demand increases for “digital currency transactions in the technology sector.”

Nano Labs said it was taking a “proactive stance in the evolving digital economy” as crypto “adoption continues to grow, particularly among businesses seeking efficient and secure cross-border transactions.” 

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