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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Barclays Imposes Ban on Crypto Transactions With Bank Cards
June 26, 2025

Barclays is set to block its customers from making cryptocurrency transactions with their Barclays cards. 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...

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Citi UK CEO: Regulators Should Not Force Crypto Into Shadow Banking Sector
June 26, 2025

Citi UK CEO Tiina Lee reportedly said Thursday (June 26) that regulators should not place restrictions on banks’ cryptocurrency holdings that are so “prohibitive” that those assets are driven into the shadow banking sector. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Ordered to Consider Crypto as Asset for Mortgages
June 25, 2025

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have been ordered to consider cryptocurrency as an asset for single-family mortgage loan risk assessments. 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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SoFi Reintroduces Crypto Capabilities to Financial Services Offering
June 25, 2025

SoFi says it has added “crypto-powered capabilities” to its digital financial services. 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...

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Fed Drops ‘Reputational Risk’ Rule, Paving Way for Banks to Enter Crypto
June 25, 2025

Sometimes the biggest news can make the smallest splash. 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,...

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EU Commission to Ignore Central Bank’s Warnings on Stablecoins
June 25, 2025

The European Commission is reportedly set to announce rules governing the stablecoin market. 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....

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Senate Committee Creates Framework for Crypto Market Structure Bill
June 24, 2025

Republican senators on Tuesday (June 24) unveiled a set of principles to serve as a framework for the development of legislation for digital assets. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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Korean Central Bank Wants Slow Rollout for Stablecoins
June 24, 2025

The Bank of Korea has reportedly called for a gradual introduction of won-pegged stablecoins. 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...

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BIS Says Tokenized Unified Ledger Offers Better Solutions Than Stablecoins
June 24, 2025

A tokenized unified ledger developed by central banks and public authorities will enhance efficiencies without the shortcomings of stablecoins, the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) said Tuesday (June 24). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...