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Singapore, France monetary authorities test quantum-proof security

DIGIT — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 18:33:49 +0000

The MAS and BDF experimented with post-quantum email security as a first step in securing payment networks.

Iran Warns BRICS of ‘Big Threat’ From Western Payment Systems, Vows to End Dependence

DIGIT — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 07:30:29 +0000

Iran has called for BRICS nations to reduce their reliance on Western financial systems, warning of the risks posed by such dependence. Addressing the BRICS summit in Russia, Iran’s president urged the bloc to explore alternative structures and strengthen institutions like the New Development Bank to support new members. He reaffirmed Iran’s commitment to reshaping […]

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South Korea, Hong Kong Lead Crypto Market Growth in East Asia

DIGIT — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 03:46:22 +0000

East Asia’s cryptocurrency market is experiencing significant growth, driven by institutional adoption in South Korea and Hong Kong, according to a report by blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis. South Korea leads with $130 billion in on-chain value, while Hong Kong emerges as a major hub due to its unique regulatory framework. Both regions reflect shifting attitudes […]

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$35T US national debt could bolster Bitcoin’s adoption as ‘hard money’

DIGIT — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 11:24:20 +0000

Bitcoin could see a new all-time high due to the looming US federal debt, which surpassed $105,000 for every living person in the country.

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Mauritius mulls wrapping metaverse into financial services

DIGIT — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 11:37:06 +0000

While acknowledging the need for collaboration in reshaping the financial services to accommodate metaverse, the FSC Mauritius asked seven questions to the public.

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Crypto reshapes the American dream for younger generations: Report

DIGIT — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 17:16:28 +0000

Young Americans are actively exploring fresh economic prospects independent of an obsolete financial system supported by sluggish institutions, according to a Coinbase report.

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Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, others partner in new blockchain network

DIGIT — Tue, 09 May 2023 14:04:58 +0000

The Canton blockchain network for financial institutions is being launched by Digital Asset and a group of firms, including Microsoft, Goldman and Deloitte.

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China and Singapore team up to scale green and transition financing

DIGIT — Sun, 23 Apr 2023 03:44:00 +0000

China and Singapore will collaborate “on concrete initiatives that will catalyze capital flows to support a credible and inclusive transition to a low carbon future for our countries and the region.”

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Brazil’s President Lula Urges Developing Countries to Abandon Dollar as Global Reserve Currency

DIGIT — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 17:30:05 +0000

According to Brazil’s president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, developing countries should abandon the U.S. dollar and strengthen their own national currencies. During a speech at the New Development Bank in Shanghai, Lula expressed his nightly pondering: “Why do all countries have to base their trade on the dollar?” Brazil’s President Wants to Reduce the […]

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Peter Schiff blames ‘too much gov’t regulation’ for worsening financial crisis

DIGIT — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 07:04:00 +0000

Finding the right balance between regulations and banking institutions is important for Schiff, considering that Puerto Rico regulators closed down Schiff’s bank due to non-compliance.

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