digital currency

Digital currency is a type of currency available in digital form. It exhibits properties similar to physical currencies, but can allow for instantaneous transactions and borderless transfer-of-ownership. Examples include virtual currencies, cryptocurrencies, and central bank digital currency.

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40% of Companies Will Use Crypto to Make Purchases in the Next Year

40% of Companies Will Use Crypto to Make Purchases in the Next Year
40% of Companies Will Use Crypto to Make Purchases in the Next Year
October 13, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

As businesses were pushed to make payments in new ways due to the events of 2020, they took a closer look at how emerging payment methods...

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Crypto Trading Platform MoonPay Seeks $3.4B Valuation
Crypto Trading Platform MoonPay Seeks $3.4B Valuation
October 12, 2021  |  Investments

MoonPay, which makes tools allowing web and mobile developers to accept cryptocurrency payments, could reach $3.4 billion after its first round of venture capital funding...

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Music Royalties Paid in Bitcoin May Rock for Some Artists, But Others Could Get Rolled
Music Royalties Paid in Bitcoin May Rock for Some Artists, But Others Could Get Rolled
October 12, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

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Bank of England: Measures Needed to Manage Potential Crypto Risks
Bank of England: Measures Needed to Manage Potential Crypto Risks
October 11, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

Both local and international regulations are needed to manage risks associated with cryptocurrencies, the Financial Policy Committee (FPC) of the Bank of England said, according...

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Crypto Regulation, and Possible Executive Order, Show Top Down Approach 
Crypto Regulation, and Possible Executive Order, Show Top Down Approach 
October 10, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

Looming cryptocurrency regulations are getting the top down approach. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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White House Mulls Executive Order for Crypto Guidance
White House Mulls Executive Order for Crypto Guidance
October 08, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

An executive order regarding cryptocurrency is being considered by the Biden administration, with the White House mulling a government-wide approach to digital currency oversight, Bloomberg...

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Crypto Bill Moves Back to Ukraine Parliament
Crypto Bill Moves Back to Ukraine Parliament
October 06, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

Ukraine as President Volodymyr Zelensky has returned a cryptocurrency bill to Parliament for revision, according to reports on Wednesday (Oct. 6) from The Block and...

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BIS Report: Banks Need Time to Adjust to CBDCs
BIS Report: Banks Need Time to Adjust to CBDCs
October 05, 2021  |  CBDC

Time is of the essence, as banks grapple with the looming threat of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). In other words, perhaps, the more time,...

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