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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Circle Launches USDC-Based Tornado Relief Fund

Circle Launches USDC-Based Tornado Relief Fund
Circle Launches USDC-Based Tornado Relief Fund
December 16, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

The internet finance platform Circle and Endaoment have joined forces to create a USDC-based disaster relief fund to help victims of last week’s deadly tornadoes...

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Coinbase, eToro Crypto Ads Banned for Misleading Consumers, Said UK Advertising Regulator
Coinbase, eToro Crypto Ads Banned for Misleading Consumers, Said UK Advertising Regulator
December 15, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

The U.K. Advertising Standard Authority (ASA) issued rulings against seven of the sector’s biggest firms, including Coinbase and eToro, for misleading and irresponsible ads promoting...

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PYMNTS DeFi Series: What is Staking?
PYMNTS DeFi Series: What is Staking?
December 14, 2021  |  Blockchain

Welcome to the fifth of PYMNTS’ eight-part series on decentralized finance (DeFi). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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SWIFT Outlines Strategies for Global Adoption of Frictionless Transactions in 2022
SWIFT Outlines Strategies for Global Adoption of Frictionless Transactions in 2022
December 14, 2021  |  Cross-border Payments

Global banking network SWIFT is closing 2021 by highlighting its progress toward enabling cross-border frictionless transactions and looking ahead to 2022 as it sets the...

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The Stablecoin Problem
The Stablecoin Problem
December 14, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

The below article is a guest post by Amias Gerety, partner at QED Investors. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Will Cryptocurrencies Convert Skeptics, Gain Momentum In Business Payments in 2022?
Will Cryptocurrencies Convert Skeptics, Gain Momentum In Business Payments in 2022?
December 14, 2021  |  B2B Payments

Cryptocurrencies’ borderless nature, fast transaction speeds and lower costs have seen them emerge as a viable solution for businesses looking to both pay and get...

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Calling for New Regulatory Framework, BoE Governor Says Crypto Becoming Threat to UK Financial Stability
Calling for New Regulatory Framework, BoE Governor Says Crypto Becoming Threat to UK Financial Stability
December 14, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency is growing fast enough that it may soon become a systemic risk to U.K. financial stability, the Bank of England warned in a report...

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Regulators Feel the Pressure as Banks, FinTechs and Crypto Firms Vie for Wallet Share
Regulators Feel the Pressure as Banks, FinTechs and Crypto Firms Vie for Wallet Share
December 13, 2021  |  Payment Methods

Why are FinTechs threatening to upend the traditional banking industry? Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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Crypto at the Point of Sale: Bitcoin Versus Stablecoins
Crypto at the Point of Sale: Bitcoin Versus Stablecoins
December 10, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Thursday (Dec. 9) that he wants to allow businesses to pay state fees with cryptocurrencies. He’d be wise to include...

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