Russian Banks Baulk at Digital Ruble Implementation Costs

Russian banks, particularly smaller ones, are unhappy about the high cost (between $1.25 million and $2 million) of integrating with the central bank’s digital ruble platform. This cost is seen as prohibitive for many banks, exceeding their IT budgets. The central bank has mandated different deadlines for various bank categories to offer digital ruble services, … Read more

Bank of America Declares Gold the ‘Last Safe Haven’ Asset, Forecasts $3,000 Price

Bank of America sees gold as the last and ultimate safe-haven asset amid rising U.S. debt, urging traders and central banks to increase their holdings. With concerns over fiscal instability and mounting interest payments, the bank forecasts gold could hit $3,000 per ounce by 2025, reinforcing its role as a critical hedge against market volatility … Read more

Study: Trump Win Likely to Spark Bullish Trend in Crypto Prices

A recent study reveals that nearly two-thirds of surveyed U.S. citizens (64.7%) believe a Donald Trump or Republican victory in the presidential election would spark a bullish trend in crypto prices. This optimism stems from the Republican Party’s business-friendly reputation, which resonates with crypto enthusiasts. On the flip side, only 9.1% of respondents think a … Read more

Norway’s Central Bank on CBDC Progress: We’re Not Falling Behind

Norway’s central bank is on track to decide by 2025 whether to adopt a central bank digital currency (CBDC), but officials stress there’s no urgency. Despite Norway’s cashless society, with only 2% using cash, the bank is carefully studying both retail and wholesale CBDC options, emphasizing complex issues and the need for collaboration with other … Read more

Global Finance Faces a Shift as Mbridge Digital Currency Platform Challenges US Dollar

The People’s Bank of China emphasized the Mbridge platform’s role in improving cross-border payments through the use of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), aiming to reduce inefficiencies and avoid new barriers. The platform, which targets underserved regions like ASEAN, could reshape global finance and challenge the U.S. dollar’s dominance while requiring careful coordination to maintain … Read more

Brazil Calls for Unified BRICS Financial System, Challenging Western Hegemony

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has urged the creation of a unified financial system among BRICS nations. He emphasized the need for alternative monetary relations. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi echoed this sentiment, advocating for financial settlements in national currencies, stressing cooperation within BRICS. Lula Champions Unified BRICS Financial System Brazilian President Luiz … Read more

Tesla Holds Bitcoin Steady After BTC Wallet Transfers Spark Speculation

Tesla has reported stable bitcoin holdings for Q3 2024, despite transferring its 11,509 BTC to new wallets. The move, which sparked speculation but did not signal a sale, suggests routine security measures. Tesla posted $25.2 billion in revenue and $2.7 billion in profits, driven by record vehicle deliveries and a 52% surge in energy storage. … Read more

Japan’s Election Heats up With Calls for Crypto Tax Cuts and Regulatory Reforms

Yuichiro Tamaki, leader of Japan’s Democratic Party for the People, is advocating for significant cryptocurrency tax reforms ahead of the general election. His party proposes a 20% tax on crypto assets and aims to promote Japan as a web3 leader. The party also supports initiatives like increased leverage for crypto trading. Tamaki believes these changes … Read more

Japanese Entertainment Giant’s Crypto Arm in Partnerships to Support Web3 Economy

Japanese cryptocurrency exchange DMM Crypto has secured Neoclassic Capital, a Florida-based global investment firm, as its lead investor. DMM Crypto also partnered with Presto, a quantitative trading company. The investments will support DMM Crypto’s Seamoon Protocol, which aims to create a Web3 economic hub for businesses and creators. Bringing DMM Group’s IP Development Capabilities to … Read more

Russia Seeks to Weaken the West, Collapse US, Medvedev Declares

Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of Russia’s Security Council, called for weakening Western influence, stating Russia’s goal is the collapse of U.S. power or re-establishing a Soviet-era global counterbalance. He emphasized that Russia must distance itself from the West to avoid hostility and highlighted new alliances, like BRICS, as signs of shifting global dynamics toward a … Read more