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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Today In Digital-First Banking: Revolut Lands $800M At $33B Valuation; Transcard Launches Smart Disburse Platform

Today In Digital-First Banking: Revolut Lands $800M At $33B Valuation; Transcard Launches Smart Disburse Platform
Today In Digital-First Banking: Revolut Lands $800M At $33B Valuation; Transcard Launches Smart Disburse Platform
July 15, 2021  |  Banking

In today’s top news in digital-first banking, Revolut notched $800 million at a $33 billion valuation, while Transcard launched a Smart Disburse product for companies,...

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EU’s Exploration Of Digital Euro Seen As Threat To Other Volatile Cryptocurrencies
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July 15, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

In world that is literally filled with crypto volatility and speculation, Europe’s appetite for something that is more stable is understandable. Get the Full Story...

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ECB Begins ‘Investigation Phase’ Of Digital Euro Project
ECB Begins ‘Investigation Phase’ Of Digital Euro Project
July 14, 2021  |  Cross-border Payments

The European Central Bank announced on Wednesday (July 14) that it will begin the investigation phase of its digital euro project. Get the Full Story...

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Today In Payments Around The World: SIBS MB Inks Deal With Discover; China Distributes A Total Of $41.5M Amid Efforts To Speed Digital Yuan Tests
Today In Payments Around The World: SIBS MB Inks Deal With Discover; China Distributes A...
July 13, 2021  |  Cross-border Payments

In today’s top payments news around the world, SIBS MB has inked a deal with Discover Financial Services, while China is continuing at a fast...

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July 12, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

The shot may have been fired across the bow for bitcoin-as-currency just a few weeks ago. El Salvador became the first country to accept the...

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July 12, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

China continues at a brisk pace on its long march to launching a digital currency. Trials for the central bank digital currency (CBDC) have taken...

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Square Building Hardware Wallet For Cryptocurrencies
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Square is working on a hardware wallet for cryptocurrency and is putting together a team of engineers to get the process started, Reuters reported on...

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Bank of America has created a new division looking into cryptocurrencies, Bloomberg reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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