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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Mixed Reactions to Rise in Cryptocurrency Use Across the Middle East

Mixed Reactions to Rise in Cryptocurrency Use Across the Middle East
Mixed Reactions to Rise in Cryptocurrency Use Across the Middle East
November 03, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

Since the listing of the Bitcoin Fund on the Dubai Nasdaq Exchange in June – considered the first cryptocurrency listing in the Middle East –...

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Call for ‘Urgent Action’ On Stablecoin Signals Tougher Path for Private Issuers
Call for ‘Urgent Action’ On Stablecoin Signals Tougher Path for Private Issuers
November 02, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

As with any set of policy recommendations or any white paper – there are the findings, and then there are the ripple effects and the...

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Creators of Squid Crypto Cash Out; Investors Lose $2M
Creators of Squid Crypto Cash Out; Investors Lose $2M
November 02, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

A digital currency based on Netflix TV show “Squid Game” suffered a massive blowback Monday (Nov. 1) and is now trading at $0, with the...

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Netflix’s ‘Squid Game’ Spawns Crypto Coin With Market Cap Above $174M
Netflix’s ‘Squid Game’ Spawns Crypto Coin With Market Cap Above $174M
October 28, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

The TV show “Squid Game,” which became the most popular show on Netflix after its release last month, now has a cryptocurrency named after it,...

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ECB Shuns Visa, Mastercard, PayPal for Digital Euro Advisory Panel
ECB Shuns Visa, Mastercard, PayPal for Digital Euro Advisory Panel
October 25, 2021  |  CBDC

The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced the 30 people to be on its Market Advisory Group for its digital euro project, according to a...

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Rand Paul Wonders if Crypto Will Become World Reserve Currency
Rand Paul Wonders if Crypto Will Become World Reserve Currency
October 25, 2021  |  Cryptocurrency

Senator Rand Paul is wondering whether cryptocurrency could dethrone the dollar as the world’s reserve currency as it continues to grow in popularity. Get the...

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Nigeria to Debut its eNaira Currency Today
Nigeria to Debut its eNaira Currency Today
October 24, 2021  |  CBDC

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Concerns From Fmr. Fed Leader Cloud Way Forward for Digital Dollar
Concerns From Fmr. Fed Leader Cloud Way Forward for Digital Dollar
October 24, 2021  |  CBDC

In the United States, a central bank digital currency may be on the horizon — but not with the blockchain. Get the Full Story Complete...

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Rising X-Border Remittances Stoke Case for Crypto and Blockchain Payments
Rising X-Border Remittances Stoke Case for Crypto and Blockchain Payments
October 22, 2021  |  Cross-border Payments

Consumers are increasingly using cryptocurrencies for remittances. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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