South Korea launches ‘Metaverse Fund’ to expedite domestic initiatives

While some global economies got distracted by the commotion around price instability and ecosystem collapses in crypto, South Korea doubled down on the metaverse’s potential as a new economic growth engine. South Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT announced investments in a fund dedicated to driving metaverse initiatives in the country. According to the official announcement, [...]

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China announces plans for new national financial regulator

The new administration will replace the current banking and insurance watchdog, which coincides with a more extensive government overhaul.

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G20 Discusses Crypto Regulations Under India Presidency

G20 members reviewed technological advancements and dangers during the FMCBG conference on Feb. 24–25. (Read More)

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Coordinated global crypto policies: G20 key financial stability priority

India's finance minister called for a coordinated effort “for building and understanding of the macro-financial implications,” which could be used to build global crypto reforms.

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Education is key to financial freedom, says Bitcoin advocate Najah Roberts

The Agenda podcast discusses the importance of financial literacy and education in Part 2 of a conversation with BTC advocate and entrepreneur Najah Roberts.

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Australian crypto executives urge caution on regulation

Crypto CEOs warn against classifying all digital assets as financial instruments. Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones said he was "not that enticed" to creating new rules for a financial product. According to the Sydney Morning Herald, Australian financial authorities support recognising all crypto assets as financial products (SMH). SMH editor-in-chief David Jones argues the FTX crash proves crypto regulation is needed. (Read More)

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The Federal Home Loan Banks System is lending to cryptocurrency

The FHLB is lending billions to two of the top bitcoin banks. According to WSJ, FHLB loans might minimise cryptomarket outflows. (Read More)

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Decentralized forex will reduce cost by as much as 80%: Report

The researchers compared the average cost of remittances according to World Bank data with estimated costs of trading USDC and EUROC stablecoins at Uniswap.

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Tokenized government bonds free up liquidity in traditional financial systems

There are a number of benefits associated with tokenized government bonds, yet adoption may take time.

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Almost everything could be tokenized in 5-10 years — Matrixport co-founder

Cost efficiencies, improved liquidity, 24/7 market access, and the removal of intermediaries were the main advantages' cited which blockchain infrastructure has over current legacy systems.

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Bitcoin and banking’s differing energy narratives are a matter of perspective

Bitcoin mining’s climate impact has been heavily criticized, but the emissions of corporate cash and investments have often flown under the radar.

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Decentralized credit scores: How can blockchain tech change ratings

Borrowing and lending are two important parts of DeFi, but they have been missing an effective operating credential: a decentralized credit rating.

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Looking to take out a crypto loan? Here’s what you need to know

Cryptocurrency-based loans have grown to be one of the most utilized decentralized finance (DeFi) that have emerged from the cryptoverse.

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Future of finance: US banks partner with crypto custodians

Traditional financial institutions must work hand-in-hand with crypto custodians, sub-custodians and service providers moving forward.

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

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

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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Singapore, France monetary authorities test quantum-proof security

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

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Indias crypto tax is a govt attempt to displace the tech Lawyer

Legal practitioner Amit Kumar Gupta told Cointelegraph that the Indian governments stance on crypto reflects a lack of understanding of the technology. 

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AI risks financial stability, warns Indian central bank governor

Indias central bank governor has warned of financial risks linked to AI dominance in finance, echoing concerns from global financial authorities.

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