Cryptocurrency

A cryptocurrency is a digital asset designed to work as a medium of exchange that uses strong cryptography to secure financial transactions, control the creation of additional units, and verify the transfer of assets.

(source: en.wikipedia.org)

As Fiat Beats Bitcoin, BIS Head Eyes CBDCs and Tokenized Deposits 
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As Fiat Beats Bitcoin, BIS Head Eyes CBDCs and Tokenized Deposits 
February 23, 2023

The dust has settled. The battlefield is still. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you...

Crypto Crackdown Continues as SEC Protests Binance/Voyager Deal
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Crypto Crackdown Continues as SEC Protests Binance/Voyager Deal
February 23, 2023

State and federal regulators want to prevent Binance.US from buying bankrupt crypto rival Voyager. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

CoinEx Taking ‘Active Steps’ to Address NY AG Crypto Lawsuit
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CoinEx Taking ‘Active Steps’ to Address NY AG Crypto Lawsuit
February 23, 2023

CoinEx says it is taking measures to address claims it’s operating illegally in New York. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

Ingenico and Binance Begin Piloting Crypto Payments in French Stores
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Ingenico and Binance Begin Piloting Crypto Payments in French Stores
February 22, 2023

Ingenico and Binance have partnered to enable cryptocurrency payments in stores in France. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

SEC Stablecoin Actions Take Aim at Crypto Market Backbone
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SEC Stablecoin Actions Take Aim at Crypto Market Backbone
February 22, 2023

Gary Gensler’s 2023 resolution must have been to reign in the crypto industry. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

Airswift CEO Says 3 Features Are Key to Crypto’s Future
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Airswift CEO Says 3 Features Are Key to Crypto’s Future
February 22, 2023

In tough times, embattled industries tend to transform themselves around new realities. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

Report: Tim Berners Lee Says Cryptocurrency ‘Only Speculative’
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Report: Tim Berners Lee Says Cryptocurrency ‘Only Speculative’
February 20, 2023

The inventor of the World Wide Web said cryptocurrency is “only speculative.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

Binance Downplays Reports That Company Is Leaving U.S.
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Binance Downplays Reports That Company Is Leaving U.S.
February 19, 2023

Binance’s CEO is denying reports his company is considering cutting ties with U.S. businesses. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

Report: FTX Exec Singh Set to Plead Guilty to Fraud
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Report: FTX Exec Singh Set to Plead Guilty to Fraud
February 19, 2023

Another FTX executive will reportedly plead guilty in the fraud case against the company’s founder. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...