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TopicCryptocurrency

Topic: cryptocurrency

Why stablecoin, less volatile than Bitcoin, Ethereum, is here to stay

Stablecoins have begun to acquire mainstream appeal, clocking $3 trillion in transactions in the first half of 2021.

Bitcoin pushes toward record high before futures exchange-traded fund debut

The ProShares bitcoin-linked exchange-traded fund will trade on the NYSE. The move is the latest sign of how cryptocurrency-related investments are becoming more mainstream.

This Diwali, millennials are pulling out India’s crypto industry out of the shadows

After Supreme Court overturned the ban on banks dealing with digital currencies, the industry itself is demanding to be regulated and is lifting its profile with Bollywood's help.

India fueling one of world’s fastest-growing cryptocurrency regions

The pace of expansion in the region spanning central and southern Asia and Oceania is the strongest after the Middle East and much of Europe.

Rapid growth, increasing adoption of crypto assets pose financial stability challenges: IMF

Cryptocurrencies have encryption techniques, which are used to regulate the generation of their units and verify the transfer of funds, operating independently of a central bank.

CoinDCX becomes India’s first cryptocurrency unicorn, sees another 100+ in coming years

The funds, which co-founder Sumit Gupta plans to use to double his team in 6 months, comes as Indian policymakers debate status of digital currencies while govt is yet to take a final stance.

Refugee camps are micro-economies, becoming cryptocurrency hubs

The Refugee Integration Organisation is paying refugees an Unconditional Basic Income through Celo cryptocurrency, which can function without a smartphone.

What is e-RUPI & how it could be the first step towards launching digital currency in India

These vouchers are person- and purpose-specific, meaning if they are released by the government for the purpose of vaccination, then they can be redeemed only for that. 

ED probes crypto exchange Binance in betting app laundering case

Binance has been facing regulatory crackdown as nations intensify scrutiny of crypto industry amid concerns that it is being used to conceal proceeds of money laundering & terrorism.

RBI is considering ‘phased introduction’ of digital currency, plans pilot programmes

Introduction of a digital currency is expected to bring down usage of cash in the economy, while minimising damage to public from usage of private currencies.

On Camera

Wintrack vs Chennai Customs has unleashed middle class anger. And BJP must worry

It’s hard to build a house, run a business, or do anything without paying bribes. And yet, citizens’ anger about this open, unchecked corruption won’t erupt into Anna Hazare-type rallies.

Nodal officers to fast-tracking NOCs, Kerala govt’s heeding investor concerns, and it means business

As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.

Army chief’s big warning to Pakistan: Stop sponsoring terrorism if you want to exist geographically

Amid continued concerns over cross-border terrorism, General Upendra Dwivedi further warned the neighbour that India will not show restraint if there is an Op Sindoor 2.0.

How Pakistan thinks: Army for hire, ideology of convenience

Pakistan’s army has been a rentier force available to a reasonable bidder. It has never come to the aid of any Muslims including Palestinians or the Gazans, except making noises here and there.