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)

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Crypto-Themed Eatery Doge Burger Opens in UAE
February 22, 2022

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Biden’s Executive Order May Trigger Crypto Regulatory Spree
February 22, 2022

U.S. President Joe Biden may issue an executive order on crypto assets as early as this week, according to reports. Plans for an executive order were first reported in January with the expectation of a February release. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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Today in Crypto: Russia Moves Ahead With Crypto Regs Bill; Sling TV to Accept Crypto...
February 21, 2022

The Russian Ministry of Finance is moving ahead on its plan to regulate cryptocurrencies, CoinDesk reported Monday (Feb. 21). 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...

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Sling TV to Accept Crypto Payments for Subscriptions Through BitPay
February 21, 2022

Sling TV subscribers will now be able to use crypto to pay for their monthly subscription, thanks to a partnership with payment provider BitPay, the company announced Friday (Feb. 18). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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PYMNTS Crypto Basics Series: How to Lose Your Crypto Without Being Hacked
February 21, 2022

Bitcoin, blockchain and cryptocurrency are words that most people have at least heard of since the industry exploded into the mainstream public consciousness in 2021. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

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Crypto Enthusiasts Want to Raise $4B to Buy Denver Broncos
February 20, 2022

A group of crypto enthusiasts is looking at raising over $4 billion from a decentralized autonomous organization to buy the Denver Broncos, CNBC writes. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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Ethereum Founder Explains ‘Crypto Winter’ Upside
February 20, 2022

Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin said the digital asset universe could see some benefits from the falling coin prices, Bloomberg writes. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

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Crypto Lender Nexo Stops Interest on New Deposits
February 20, 2022

Nexo, a crypto lender, has stopped paying interest on new deposits, Bloomberg reported Friday (Feb. 18), and is now planning to offer a new product. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

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Today in Crypto: Illinois, Georgia Lawmakers Eye Tax Breaks for Bitcoin Miners; Economic Impact of...
February 20, 2022

Georgia and Illinois have been looking at tax incentives for cryptocurrency mining, CoinDesk reported Friday (Feb.18). 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...