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Russian Presidential Advisor: Accepting Bitcoin Is A Crime; Blockchain Technology Is Amazingly Interesting

Feb 08, 2016 06:36 am UTC| Digital Currency

Russia lawmakers have been pushing to ban digital currency such as bitcoin in the country and havesubmitteda new draft bill to the countrys legislative assembly Duma in December. In addition, a recent report from...

UN ECLAC Recommends Caribbean Authorities To Explore Digital Currency Technology

Feb 08, 2016 06:28 am UTC| Digital Currency

Digital currencies such as bitcoin and their underlying distributed ledger technology have become the most talked about topics in the financial sectors recently. While a number of conferences are being held that explore...

Antwerp World Diamond Center Partners With FX4BIZ, Uphold

Feb 05, 2016 12:33 pm UTC| Digital Currency

With the ongoing diamond industrys global crisis, Antwerp World Diamond Center (AWDC), an industry-established foundation whose mission is to serve and support the diamond business in Belgium, has turned to two fintech...

Online Retailer AutoPartsWay Integrates Bitcoin Payments

Feb 05, 2016 12:33 pm UTC| Digital Currency

AutoPartsWay, the one stop shop solution for purchasing auto parts online in Canada and the U.S., has announced that it is now accepting digital currency bitcoin as a payment method, in addition to the traditional methods...

Digital Currency Group Invests In Chilean Bitcoin Exchange SurBTC

Feb 05, 2016 10:30 am UTC| Digital Currency

SurBTC, a Chile-based bitcoin exchange, has raised $300,000 in seed funding in a round supported by Digital Currency Group, Sauzalito Ventures, and Fernando Barros, founder of Chilean law firm Barros Errazuriz, CoinDesk...

GreenCoinX Users Subject To Full KYC Standards

Feb 05, 2016 10:30 am UTC| Digital Currency

GreenCoinX Inc, the developer of the worlds first identifiable cryptocurrency, has recently announced that it has upgraded its cryptocurrency identification to full Know Your Client (KYC) standards. All GreenCoinX users...

LedgerAssets To Launch Call Recorder Blockchain App Soon

Feb 05, 2016 09:29 am UTC| Digital Currency

LedgerAssets, the developer of blockchain powered notary service Uproov, has announced that it working on an app Call Recorder Blockchain that enables recording users phone calls in the background, thereby...

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Economy

Russia Cuts Gas to Austria in Payment Showdown: EU Energy Crisis Takes a Heated Turn

In a dramatic escalation of Europes energy woes, Russia abruptly halted gas supplies to Austria on Saturday over a contentious payment dispute involving Austrias largest energy firm, OMV, and Russian state-owned Gazprom....

Why Inflation Won’t Stop Tariffs: ‘The Political Agenda Matters More,’ Warns Economist

As inflation continues to strain household budgets, voters remain deeply concerned about rising costs. Yet, according to UBS Chief Economist Paul Donovan, inflation fears are unlikely to deter the United States from...

‘Trump Trade’ Economics Explained: How Tariffs, Deregulation, and Spending Plans Could Reshape the Market

The Trump trade is back in focus following the dramatic market reactions to Donald Trumps return to the White House. With equities soaring, Treasury yields climbing, and the U.S. dollar strengthening, Bank of America...

‘Republican Power Play’: Trump’s Second Term Brings ‘Explosive’ Shifts in Congress Compared to 2016 Sweep

The Republican Partys decisive victory in the 2024 elections has reignited comparisons to its 2016 sweep that handed the GOP control of both the White House and Congress. However, while the broad goals of the Republican...

‘Massive Market Shakeup’: Second Trump Term Sparks Investor Optimism but Raises ‘Explosive’ Policy Questions Ahead

With Donald Trump returning to the White House, financial markets are experiencing a rapid reshuffling of expectations, according to a UBS report released this week. U.S. stocks surged following Trumps reelection,...

Politics

Tyler Winklevoss: D.O.G.E. Could Be the US’s Secret Weapon Against Rising Inflation

Tyler Winklevoss, co-founder of Gemini, supports D.O.G.E.s innovative approach to tackling inflation while criticizing the SECs restrictive stance. He emphasizes Bitcoins potential as digital gold amid U.S. economic...

Trump Meeting Rumors Put Ripple Labs CEO in Hot Seat; XRP Soars Amid Backlash

Ripple Labs CEO Brad Garlinghouse is under fire following rumors of a meeting with President-elect Trump. Industry leaders accuse Ripple of promoting an anti-bitcoin agenda as XRP prices spike amid the speculation. The...

Trump’s Bitcoin Reserve Plan: Could $90B in BTC Make the U.S. a Crypto Superpower?

Donald Trumps proposal for a $90 billion U.S. Bitcoin reserve sparks debate among financial experts. Advocates like Anthony Pompliano call it a vital step to counter the growing crypto influence of nations like Bhutan and...

Kamala Harris Meeting Trump After Biden's White House Talks? ‘Explosive’ Speculation Swirls Over Political Shift

Speculation is swirling in the nations capital after unconfirmed reports suggested Vice President Kamala Harris might hold a meeting with President-elect Donald Trump. This follows Trumps widely publicized meeting with...

‘The Hammer of Justice Is Coming!’ Elon Musk’s Explosive Warning to Foreign Interference ‘Hoax Pushers’ Shakes Social Media

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has ignited a firestorm of debate with a bold statement addressing those he claims promoted foreign interference hoaxes. In a dramatic declaration on his social media platform X, Musk...

Science

Blue Origin Prepares to Test New Glenn Rocket, Set to Rival SpaceX's Falcon Rockets

Blue Origin is making significant strides toward testing its New Glenn rocket, designed to compete with SpaceXs Falcon lineup. With seven BE-4 engines producing 3.8 million pounds of thrust, the New Glenn is set to test...

SpaceX’s $2.9 Billion Moon Ship Reveals Spacious Design for Future Lunar Missions

SpaceXs latest prototype of its Starship Human Landing System (HLS) offers an inside look at the spacious, two-story design that could soon carry astronauts to the Moon. A central feature in NASAs Artemis program, this...

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Scabies Surge Sparks Alarm: Doctors Warn Brits, 'Don't Ignore That Rash!'

Doctors in the United Kingdom are sounding the alarm over a dramatic rise in scabies cases, urging residents not to dismiss any signs of the itchy skin condition. Recent data shows that hospitals detected approximately...

Technology

Shiba Inu Team Sounds Alarm on Scammers Amid SHIB’s 12.5% Price Surge

The Shiba Inu team has raised concerns about crypto scams targeting its community as SHIBs price rose by 12.5% within 24 hours. Investors are advised to avoid FOMO-driven schemes and prioritize sustainable projects that...

Cathie Wood Predicts Bitcoin’s Path to $1.5 Million by 2030, Fueled by ETFs and Institutional Support

Bitcoins value may climb to $1.5 million by 2030, Ark Invests Cathie Wood predicts. With spot Bitcoin ETFs, rising institutional demand, and improved regulations, Wood argues the cryptocurrency is cementing its role as a...

Ripple Whales Buy 320M XRP in Days, Driving Price to $1.08 Amid Bullish Market Trends

Ripple whales have accumulated 320 million XRP in a massive buying spree, pushing prices to a two-year high of $1.08. Market analysts are eyeing $2 as the next target amid surging trading volume and bullish...

PNUT Hits $1.85 After $7.12M Whale Move, GOAT Climbs 90% in Solana Meme Coin Explosion

The Solana meme coin market continues its meteoric rise as a crypto whale withdrew $7.12 million worth of PNUT, driving its price up 2000%. Simultaneously, GOAT has surged by 90% since the same whale invested $6.1 million,...

Shiba Inu Burn Rate Spikes 464% With Over 624M SHIB Burned in a Week, Price Gains Ahead?

Shiba Inus burn rate soared 464% this week, with 624.5 million SHIB tokens burned. The supply shock aligns with a 6% intraday price increase, signaling bullish momentum for the meme coin amid a broader market rally in meme...