Become a contributor

Bookmark Econotimes

Tue, Jun 09, 2026 05:27 AM All times are UTC

Follow Series

Digital Currency Revolution

©Econometrics LLC . All Rights Reserved.

Digital currency or digital money is an Internet-based medium of exchange distinct from physical (such as banknotes and coins) that exhibits properties similar to physical currencies, but allows for instantaneous transactions and borderless transfer-of-ownership. Like traditional money these currencies may be used to buy physical goods and services but could also be restricted to certain communities such as for example for use inside an on-line game or social network. In this series, we cover stories and provide insightful analysis of the digital currencies such as bitcoin with no central point of control over the money supply.

Digital Currency Revolution

Trump Win Drives Bitcoin to Record $77K as Spot ETF Inflows Soar, Investors Bet on Fed Cut

Nov 08, 2024 13:05 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business Politics

Bitcoin is on the cusp of hitting a historic $77,000, with Trumps election victory sparking unprecedented spot ETF inflows and investor enthusiasm. The bullish sentiment comes amid expectations of a Fed rate cut and a new...

Digital Currency Revolution

Shiba Inu’s Shytoshi Kusama Drops Bold Crypto Data from Gemini—Youth Surge Fuels SHIB’s Next Move

Nov 08, 2024 12:52 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business

Shiba Inu leader Shytoshi Kusama stirred the crypto community by sharing Geminis data showing surging youth interest in digital assets. As nearly half of young investors engage with crypto, Kusamas latest proposal for a...

Digital Currency Revolution

Shiba Inu Whale Netflows Skyrocket 7,429% Amid $0.000020 Price Breakout Hope, Bullish Surge Looms?

Nov 07, 2024 23:58 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business

Shiba Inu (SHIB) saw a significant rise in whale netflows, spiking by 7,429%, indicating increased accumulation by major holders. This massive surge has fueled optimism that SHIB may soon break past the key $0.000020...

Digital Currency Revolution

Italy’s Minister Open to Revising 42% Crypto Tax Amid Lawmaker Concerns

Nov 07, 2024 23:37 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business Politics

Italys proposed tax hike on cryptocurrency gains to 42% may face adjustments as the countrys economy minister considers alternate options amid pushback from lawmakers. The Treasurys plan aims to increase revenue but has...

Digital Currency Revolution

PEPE Breakout Nears With 200% Potential as Whales Withdraw Billions, 72% of Holders Profit

Nov 07, 2024 22:52 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business

PEPEs price is moving toward a potential breakout as whales withdraw hundreds of billions of tokens, boosting market sentiment. With 72% of holders in profit, analysts suggest PEPE could surge by 200% if it breaks key...

Digital Currency Revolution

Detroit to Launch Crypto Tax Payments in 2025 – Here’s What to Know

Nov 07, 2024 22:39 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business

Starting mid-2025, Detroit residents will be able to pay taxes in cryptocurrency, establishing Detroit as the first major city to embrace crypto for municipal services. Partnering with PayPal, the city seeks...

Digital Currency Revolution

Shiba Inu's Shytoshi Kusama Pursues Vitalik Buterin: 'Wen 10 Minute Discussion' for SHIB's Future?

Nov 07, 2024 22:24 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business

Shytoshi Kusama, the driving force behind Shiba Inu, is urging Ethereum cofounder Vitalik Buterin to meet for a ten-minute discussion on SHIBs ambitious plans, including a $2 billion innovation hub. Kusama seeks to align...

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Economy

Gordie Howe International Bridge Set to Open, Boosting U.S.-Canada Trade Links

The long-awaited Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit, Michigan, and Windsor, Ontario, is expected to open within weeks, marking a major milestone for cross-border trade and transportation between the United...

South Korea Q1 GDP Growth Revised Higher as AI-Driven Exports Boost Economic Outlook

South Koreas economy grew faster than previously estimated in the first quarter of 2026, according to revised figures released by the Bank of Korea on Tuesday. The updated data highlights the countrys strong export...

China Trade Surplus Surges in May 2026 as Exports and AI-Driven Imports Accelerate

Chinas trade surplus expanded more than expected in May 2026, supported by strong export growth and rising imports linked to the countrys growing semiconductor and artificial intelligence sectors. According to customs data...

Asian Currencies Gain as U.S. Dollar Softens Ahead of Key Inflation Data in 2026

Asian currencies traded mostly higher on Tuesday as the U.S. dollar retreated from a two-month high, with investors closely monitoring the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran and preparing for crucial U.S. inflation...

Asian Stocks Rebound as AI and Chip Shares Recover; Easing Iran Tensions Boost Sentiment

Asian stock markets moved higher on Tuesday, supported by a strong rebound in semiconductor and artificial intelligence-related shares after heavy losses in previous sessions. Investor sentiment also improved as...

Politics

Alaska Senate Candidate Named Dan Sullivan Faces Investigation Over Alleged Voter Confusion Scheme

Alaska election officials have launched an investigation into a U.S. Senate candidate who shares the same name as Republican incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan, amid allegations that his candidacy was designed to confuse...

Trump Administration Defends Anthropic AI Restrictions in Ongoing Federal Lawsuit

The Trump administration has defended its decision to restrict the use of Anthropics artificial intelligence products, arguing in a new court filing that the federal government acted lawfully after the AI company resisted...

Iran and Israel Halt Attacks After Trump Appeal as Regional Tensions Remain High

Iran and Israel announced they had suspended direct attacks against each other following an appeal from U.S. President Donald Trump, easing fears of a wider Middle East conflict. However, Tehran warned that military action...

Taiwan Simulates Repelling Chinese Invasion in Major Coastal Live-Fire Exercise

Taiwans military conducted a large-scale live-fire coastal defense exercise on Tuesday, simulating the destruction of an invading Chinese force during an amphibious assault. The drill, held along Taiwans west coast facing...

Trump Claims Iran War Victory Near as Oil Prices Expected to Drop

U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Monday evening that the United States is nearing victory in its conflict with Iran, adding that global oil prices could decline significantly once the war comes to an end. During a...

Science

Blue Origin New Glenn Explosion Could Delay Launch Operations Until 2028

Blue Origin is facing a significant setback after a dramatic explosion involving its New Glenn rocket severely damaged a launch pad at Cape Canaveral, Florida. According to NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, repairs to the...

Blue Origin New Glenn Rocket Explodes During Launch Pad Test, Delaying Space Ambitions

Blue Origin suffered a major setback after its uncrewed New Glenn rocket exploded during a launch pad test in Florida on Thursday, raising new challenges for Jeff Bezos space company as it competes with Elon Musks SpaceX...

SpaceX Delays Starship V3 Launch Ahead of Potential Record IPO

SpaceX on Thursday postponed the highly anticipated launch of its 12th Starship rocket test from Texas after technical issues interrupted the final countdown. The company now plans to attempt the Starship V3 launch again...

Trump Administration Releases New UFO Files and Apollo Mission Records

The U.S. Defense Department has released dozens of previously classified UFO-related files following an order from President Donald Trump, sparking renewed debate over unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) and government...

China vs. NASA: The New Moon Race and What's at Stake by 2030

The space race is back and this time, its a direct competition between the United States and China for dominance on the lunar surface. NASAs Artemis II mission recently made history when four astronauts flew farther into...

Technology

OpenAI Files Confidential IPO Draft as AI Giants Race Toward Public Markets

OpenAI has confidentially submitted a draft S-1 registration statement to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), taking a major step toward a potential initial public offering (IPO). The move positions the...

Apple Unveils Enhanced Apple Intelligence and Next-Generation Siri at WWDC 2026

Apple has introduced the latest version of its Apple Intelligence platform at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2026, signaling a stronger push into the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence market. The...

Qualcomm Stock Gains After Jensen Huang Endorsement

Qualcomm (NASDAQ: QCOM) shares moved higher in after-hours trading on Monday, rising approximately 2% after NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang publicly praised the semiconductor company and encouraged investors to...

Naver Stock Jumps on NVIDIA Partnership to Build South Korea’s AI Infrastructure

Naver Corp. (KS:035420) shares surged on Monday after the South Korean technology giant announced a major artificial intelligence partnership with NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ: NVDA). The news fueled strong investor...

Nvidia Expands South Korea AI Partnerships to Strengthen Data Center and Memory Chip Supply

Nvidia has announced a series of strategic partnerships with leading South Korean technology companies as the AI chip giant seeks to strengthen its supply chain and accelerate the growth of its artificial intelligence...