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Deep Chainsaw: Milei’s Government Prepares New Measures to Curb Public Spending

September 29, 2024

Federico Sturzenegger, Argentine President Javier Milei’s Minister of De-Regulation and State Transformation, explained that the administration is preparing to implement new measures to reduce public spending. Calling it “Deep Chainsaw,” Sturzenegger revealed that the government is working on liberalizing passenger freight transport, air transport, the medicines market, and sports associations. “Public employment has fallen by…
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Zimbabwe Devalues Gold-Backed Currency by 44%

September 28, 2024

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has devalued the Zimbabwe Gold (Zig) by 44%, causing the currency to plummet from 13.98 to 24.3 against the U.S. dollar. This drastic move addresses rising exchange rate volatility and inflationary pressures that have plagued the economy since August. According to RBZ Governor John Mushayavanhu, the decision was necessary…
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US License Expiration Imperils Russia-China Trade in Chinese Yuan

September 28, 2024

A U.S. license allowing transactions with key players in Russia’s financial system expires on Oct. 12. This could make it harder and more expensive for Russian businesses to trade with China in yuan. The yuan is currently the most traded foreign currency in Russia after Western sanctions and Russia’s de-dollarization efforts. Chinese banks are wary…
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Blackrock Joins Race to Issue New Stablecoin

September 27, 2024

Blackrock has announced its backing of a new stablecoin, UStb, launched by Ethena Labs. Supported by Blackrock’s BUIDL fund, UStb is designed to provide a reliable alternative in the stablecoin market, leveraging investments in U.S. dollars, short-term Treasury bills, and repurchase agreements. Ethena Labs has partnered with Securitize to facilitate the launch, aiming to enhance…
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Dubai Regulator Increases Scrutiny on Crypto Companies

September 27, 2024

Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) has implemented stricter regulations for crypto companies to enhance investor protection and ensure transparency. The new rules require firms to include risk warnings in marketing materials, obtain necessary licenses, and adhere to compliance standards. These measures aim to inform investors about the risks and volatility of cryptocurrencies, while fostering…
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Worldcoin and Tools for Humanity Fined in South Korea

September 27, 2024

Worldcoin, the biometric identification project, and its parent company, Tools For Humanity (TFH), have been fined by the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC), South Korea’s data protection agency, for violating the Personal Information Protection Act. According to local media, Worldcoin did not inform data collection subjects about the collection and use purposes, retention and use…
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Lightning Wallet Osmo Brings Financial Services to Puerto Rico

September 26, 2024

Piero Coen, co-founder and CEO of Osmo, a Latam-focused bitcoin and lightning network wallet, has announced that they are now bringing their full suite of financial services for customers in Costa Rica. Costa Ricans can top up their wallet using Sinpemovil, a quick cellphone-linked fiat payment method, debit and credit cards. In addition, wallet users…
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Visa Introduces Tokenized Asset Platform for Blockchain-Based Financial Services

September 26, 2024

Visa has launched the Visa Tokenized Asset Platform (VTAP), a new product designed to help banks issue fiat-backed tokens on the Ethereum blockchain. This platform aims to digitize and automate the trading of real-world assets, such as commodities and bonds, using smart contracts. VTAP provides financial institutions with the tools and infrastructure needed to tokenize…
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BOS Open-Sources Zero-Knowledge Protocol, Paving the Way for Advanced Cryptography on Bitcoin

September 26, 2024

BitcoinOS (BOS) has open-sourced its BitSNARK verification protocol, marking a significant advancement in blockchain technology. This protocol, which successfully verified the first zk-SNARK proof on the Bitcoin blockchain, enables zero-knowledge cryptography without altering Bitcoin’s core protocol. By facilitating decentralized atomic swaps, cross-chain transfers, and 2-way pegging, BitSNARK opens up new possibilities for Bitcoin to interact…
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Nigeria’s Central Bank Raises Benchmark Rate by 50 Basis Points

September 25, 2024

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) raised the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) by 50 basis points to 27.25% and increased the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) for banks. These measures aim to combat inflation and stabilize the Nigerian economy. The CBN governor, Olayemi Cardoso, stated that the reforms implemented have restored the bank’s credibility and boosted…
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