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Argentines are increasingly turning to online side jobs to have an additional crypto-based income. According to the local press, students who have lower incomes and are affected by the adverse conditions of the national economy, are the ones who are commonly getting into these jobs with foreign companies or platforms that pay in crypto. Argentines […]
Wealthy London Residents Reportedly Use Cryptocurrency for High-End Property Rent Payments
Some of London’s wealthy residents are reportedly using cryptocurrency to pay for luxury home rentals. High interest rates and a dampened real estate market have led the city’s affluent residents to opt against buying properties. The acceptance of payment in cryptocurrency demonstrates the real estate agency’s openness and its eagerness to become “a leader within […]
Reddit Embraces Crypto: IPO Filing Reveals Bitcoin, Ether Investments
Reddit Inc. has disclosed cryptocurrency investments in its initial public offering (IPO) filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The social media giant noted that as of the end of December last year, “we did not hold digital assets other than bitcoin and ether for treasury purposes, and our investment policy requires approval […]
Coinbase Commerce Ditches Support for Bitcoin Payments Using Self-Custody Wallets
Coinbase Commerce, the cryptocurrency payments solution of U.S.-based exchange Coinbase, has removed support for bitcoin payments using self-custody wallets. Brian Armstrong, CEO of the exchange, clarified it maintains support for payments from UTXO-based chains from Coinbase accounts. However, Commerce will focus on supporting ERC-20 tokens on layer 2 protocols, like Base and Polygon. Coinbase Commerce […]
Ripple exec reiterates need for tech-neutral crypto regulations
Navin Gupta, managing director of South Asia, Middle East and North Africa (MENA) at Ripple, told Cointelegraph that education and introducing non-speculative use cases can help crypto companies navigate through varying regulations.
Binance launches crypto-to-bank account payment product in Latin America
Binance’s Send Cash product will facilitate crypto payments from nine countries to bank accounts based in Argentina and Colombia.
Shiba Wings customers love the food, not so much the crypto, says owner
The SHIB-themed diner serves hot wings, burgers and cocktails, but despite the branding, still trades mostly in fiat.
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‘Dealt with firmly’ — Bali governor issues warning to tourists using crypto
Cryptocurrency trading is legal in Indonesia, but the use of crypto in payments carries hefty penalties including jail time.
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Russian Companies ‘Actively’ Using Crypto, Russia to Adopt 4 Relevant Laws, Official Says
Russian lawmakers intend to soon approve four bills designed to regulate various aspects of cryptocurrencies, a high-ranking member of the Russian parliament announced. Meanwhile, Russian companies are already using digital assets in cross-border settlements, the official noted. Russian Legislature to Vote on Crypto Laws by End of July The State Duma, the lower house of […]
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Iran Sets Up Platform to Facilitate Crypto Payments for Imports
Authorities in Iran are taking steps to make crypto payments easier for companies importing goods in the sanctioned country. A dedicated platform has been established to allow local businesses to transfer cryptocurrency for the purpose of cross-border settlements. Iran to Use Cryptocurrencies for Imports, Trade Organization Chief Vows Iranian companies will be able pay for […]
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