Currency.com, a crypto exchange founded and initially licensed in Belarus, has suspended operations for Russian clients. The restrictive measure comes in response to Russia’s assault on Ukraine, the platform said, noting that customers in other jurisdictions will not be affected. Currency.com Exchange Denounces ‘Terrible War’ in Ukraine, Denies Services to Russian Traders Crypto trading platform…
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Mastercard has filed 15 trademark applications covering a wide range of services relating to the metaverse and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). “We are continually looking for opportunities to deliver new and unique experiences to our customers and cardholders,” Mastercard said.
Mastercard’s NFT, Metaverse Trademark Applications
Payments giant Mastercard filed 15 trademark applications with the…
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Ripio, an Argentinian cryptocurrency exchange, has announced concrete actions regarding its expansion to Colombia. The company will offer a new option for cryptocurrency users and traders in Colombia, and will also offer a financial education proposal that is yet to be revealed. This launch will crystallize in the following two months with the opening of…
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A number of cryptocurrency exchanges in India are disabling rupee deposits, particularly payments using the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) system. This followed a statement issued by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) regarding the usage of the UPI system by crypto exchanges.
Indian Exchanges Stop Offering Major Payment Options
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The Bank of Japan’s Executive Director announced that the eagerly-awaited digital yen won’t be used to attain negative interest rates. The Bank of Japan (BoJ) has said that its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), the digital yen, will not be used to help attain negative interest rates. The BoJ’s Executive Director, Shinichi Uchida made the…
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Meta’s latest steps into the Metaverse saw the launch of a new marketplace for apps and possibly NFTs which will take a nearly 50% commission on each sale. Meta has announced plans to charge 47.5% on each item sold on its new Meta Quest app store, including nonfungible tokens (NFT) when they are available. The…
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Bitcoin may be threatening lower levels but behind the scenes, demand is “up only,” data suggests. Bitcoin (BTC) held on to fresh gains on April 14 after a rebound in line with Wednesday’s Wall Street open flipped the mood. BTC/USD 1-hour candle chart (Bitstamp). Source: TradingView $40,500 now the level to hold Data from Cointelegraph…
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Bitcoin price formed a base above the USD 39,500 zone. As a result, BTC started a steady upward move above the USD 40,500 resistance. It is currently (03:39 UTC) showing positive signs above USD 41,300 and might eye a move above the USD 42,000 resistance zone. BTC is up 3% in a day, trimming…
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North Dakota officials are luring in crypto mining companies to set up in the state. With $3B already invested, and with $3B said to be on the way, they’re doing well so far. North Dakota government officials rocked up to the Bitcoin 2022 conference in Miami to lure cryptocurrency miners into their greener pastures. They…
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According to Ethereum developer Tim Beiko, The Merge is likely to be pushed to the third quarter of 2022. Despite the delay, Beiko also said he “strongly suggests not investing more in mining equipment at this point.” The Merge May be Delayed, Ethereum Hashrate Taps New ATH Four days ago, Bitcoin.com News reported on ethereum…
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