IMF expert says a synthetic CBDC is gaining popularity and will drive more innovation. Tommaso Mancini-Griffoli, a representative from the International Monetary Fund, believes that a synthetic private-public partnership could be the best way forward for a central bank digital currency. Mancini-Griffoli, the IMF’s Monetary capital markets department deputy division chief, joined the Money Movement’s…
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Celsius users can now purchase Tether Gold via credit and debit cards with a minimum purchase amount of $50. Celsius Network is expanding its partnership with fiat-to-crypto payments provider, Simplex, by enabling its users to buy more crypto with credit and debit cards. Celsius, a major crypto lending startup, now allows its users to purchase…
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Brave has launched in-browser video calls featuring end-to-end encryption. Brave, the privacy-centric cryptocurrency-powered web browser has launched in-browser video calls featuring end-to-end encryption. The encrypted video service, dubbed ‘Brave Together’ can be used to make unlimited encrypted video calls featuring two participants. All Brave users can access the feature, with no account sign-ups needed. Brave…
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Independent researcher Kevin Rooke estimates that Grayscale has ramped up its Bitcoin accumulation to a rate equivalent to 150% of the new BTC created since the halving. Crypto fund manager Grayscale Investments is accumulating Bitcoin at a rate equivalent to 150% of the new coins created by miners since the May 11 block reward halving. …
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According to a recent report, Africa’s lack of traditional financial infrastructure makes the region fertile ground for cryptocurrency adoption. A recent report suggests that the lack of traditional financial infrastructure makes Africa a place where cryptocurrency adoption is likely. The report — shared with Cointelegraph by a Luno representative on May 27 — sheds light…
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Google Cloud, Binance, Blockchain Ventures, and Gumi Cryptos have been announced as Enterprise Validators for the Theta network amid its mainnet 2.0 rollout. Esports and crypto conference streaming app Theta has confirmed its rumored partnership with Google, announcing Google Cloud as an Enterprise Validator and launch partner for Theta mainnet 2.0. The Enterprise Validator Program…
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Digital music store eMusic launched its eMU token to help musicians earn more royalties. Pioneering digital music store eMusic has launched its eMU token to help musicians earn more royalties. According to an announcement published by eMusic on May 26, the firm launched its token with the aim of creating a sustainable music ecosystem. The…
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The average Bitcoin fee has fallen by nearly 54% over the last five days, but some believe network congestion could push users to altcoins. After spiking a week ago to levels last seen in February 2018, the average Bitcoin (BTC) transaction fee has fallen by more than half. BitInfoCharts data shows that Bitcoin’s average fee…
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Tencent Holdings aims to bolster blockchain technology development across China as part of a $70 billion investment in fintech. Chinese tech giant Tencent Holdings will allocate nearly $70 billion (500B yuan) over the next five years in fintech development, including blockchain, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence (AI). Reuters reported on May 26 that the company,…
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A new crypto bull run could be on its way as a result of government economic measures and mainstream interest. After two years of uncertainty since 2017’s mega bull run, the signs are looking promising for a big crypto rally, says the co-founder of market analytics company Digital Assets Data. “I believe a major crypto…
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