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Digital currency or digital money is an Internet-based medium of exchange distinct from physical (such as banknotes and coins) that exhibits properties similar to physical currencies, but allows for instantaneous transactions and borderless transfer-of-ownership. Like traditional money these currencies may be used to buy physical goods and services but could also be restricted to certain communities such as for example for use inside an on-line game or social network. In this series, we cover stories and provide insightful analysis of the digital currencies such as bitcoin with no central point of control over the money supply.

Digital Currency Revolution

Hong Kong Sets Aggressive 18-Month Deadline to Overhaul Digital Asset Regulations, Eyes Fintech Leadership

Aug 11, 2024 23:16 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology

In a bold move to capture global fintech leadership, Hong Kong has set an aggressive 18-month deadline to overhaul its digital asset regulations, a strategy that underscores its commitment to innovation with stringent...

Digital Currency Revolution

Binance Shifts 137 Billion Shiba Inu (SHIB) Tokens Amid Market Liquidity Strategy

Aug 11, 2024 12:29 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology

Binance has transferred 137 billion Shiba Inu (SHIB) tokens, a strategic move likely aimed at optimizing liquidity across its network. This significant transfer, though not officially explained, highlights the exchanges...

Digital Currency Revolution

Elon Musk and Dogecoin Creator Spark Meme Frenzy, Showcasing Crypto Humor

Aug 10, 2024 23:35 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology

Elon Musk, known for his love of memes, recently teamed up with Dogecoin founder Billy Markus in a viral online exchange, further merging the worlds of internet culture and cryptocurrency. Elon Musks Meme Post Resonates...

Digital Currency Revolution

Shiba Inu (SHIB) Ignites with a 4,411% Burn Rate Surge, Sparking a Fierce Price Rebound

Aug 10, 2024 22:26 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology

In a dramatic turn, Shiba Inu (SHIB) has ignited the market with a 4,411% burn rate surge, sparking a rapid price rebound and renewed excitement among investors as the meme coin fights to stabilize. Shiba Inu Burn Rate...

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Justin Sun’s Growing Influence Prompts MakerDAO to Reassess WBTC Custody Amid BitGo’s New Joint Venture

Aug 10, 2024 21:36 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology

In light of Justin Suns increased role, MakerDAO is reviewing its risk management practices as BitGo plans to transfer WBTC custody to a joint venture with BiT Global within the next 60 days. MakerDAO Reconsiders WBTC...

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Cathie Wood Dumps Ethereum Futures ETFs, Raises Questions About Investor Confidence in Ethereum

Aug 10, 2024 21:18 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology

On August 9, Cathie Woods Ark Invest sold off significant Ethereum futures ETFs, hinting at growing concerns over Ethereums market position. This move comes amid notable shifts in investor sentiment. Ark Invest Divests...

Digital Currency Revolution

Kamala Harris's Crypto Outreach Under Fire Amid Fed's Enforcement on Banking Sector

Aug 10, 2024 20:48 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology

Vice President Kamala Harriss outreach to the crypto community is under fire as the Federal Reserve enforces new restrictions on a key bank, raising concerns about her campaigns commitment to digital assets. Harriss...

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Economy

Gold Prices Edge Higher as Markets Await Key U.S. PCE Inflation Data

Gold prices moved higher in Asian trading on Friday, supported by a weakening U.S. dollar and strong expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates at its upcoming December 910 meeting. Spot gold rose 0.5%...

Asia’s IPO Market Set for Strong Growth as China and India Drive Investor Diversification

Asias equity capital markets are poised for another strong year as a surge of high-profile IPOs from China and India attracts global investors seeking diversification beyond U.S. assets. In 2025, Asian ECM...

Spain’s Industrial Output Records Steady Growth in October Amid Revised September Figures

Spains industrial sector posted a moderate yet encouraging rise in October, with industrial output increasing 1.2% compared to the same month last year, according to new data released by the National Statistics Institute...

European Stocks Rise as Markets Await Key U.S. Inflation Data

European stock markets edged higher on Friday as investors looked ahead to the delayed release of the Federal Reserves preferred inflation metric, a key indicator ahead of next weeks policy meeting. By early European...

European Oil & Gas Stocks Face 2026 With Cautious Outlook Amid Valuation Pressure

European oil and gas equities are entering 2026 on a more cautious footing as J.P. Morgans latest EU Oils Outlook highlights tightening valuations and growing concerns over a projected global oil oversupply. Despite Brent...

Politics

Taiwan Opposition Criticizes Plan to Block Chinese App Rednote Over Security Concerns

Taiwans political landscape heated up after the government announced a plan to suspend access to the Chinese social media platform Rednoteknown as Xiaohongshufor one year. The interior ministry said the proposed ban stems...

China’s Expanding Maritime Military Presence Alarms Taiwan and Japan

Taiwan and Japan expressed growing concern on Friday over Chinas expanding military activity across East Asian waters, following a Reuters report revealing Beijings largest maritime deployment to date. According to...

Honduras Election Turmoil Intensifies as Nasralla Blames Trump for Shift in Results

Honduran presidential candidate Salvador Nasralla says last-minute interference by former U.S. President Donald Trump undermined his chances in the countrys tightly contested election. Speaking with Reuters, Nasralla, a...

Australia and Japan Strengthen Defence Cooperation Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles will travel to Japan on Saturday for high-level defence talks with his counterpart, Shinjiro Koizumi, as both nations deepen security cooperation in response to growing regional...

U.S. Justice Department Orders Intensified Probe Into Antifa and Domestic Extremist Groups

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has directed federal law enforcement agencies to significantly ramp up investigations into the antifa movement and other groups deemed potential domestic extremist threats, according to an...

Science

Senate Sets December 8 Vote on Trump’s NASA Nominee Jared Isaacman

The U.S. Senate Commerce Committee announced it will vote on December 8 on President Donald Trumps renewed nomination of private astronaut and tech entrepreneur Jared Isaacman to lead NASA. Isaacman, known for his...

NASA Cuts Boeing Starliner Missions as SpaceX Pulls Ahead

NASA has significantly scaled back Boeings Starliner program after years of technical issues and delays, announcing that the next Starliner mission to the International Space Station (ISS) will fly without astronauts. The...

Blue Origin’s New Glenn Achieves Breakthrough Success With First NASA Mission

Blue Origins massive New Glenn rocket marked a major milestone as it completed its first mission for paying customers, sending two NASA satellites toward Mars and successfully landing its reusable booster at sea. The...

Cogent Biosciences Soars 120% on Breakthrough Phase 3 Results for Bezuclastinib in GIST Treatment

Cogent Biosciences (NASDAQ: COGT) shares skyrocketed over 120% after the biotech company announced groundbreaking results from its Phase 3 PEAK trial evaluating bezuclastinib in combination with sunitinib for patients with...

Trump and Merck KGaA Partner to Slash IVF Drug Costs and Expand Fertility Coverage

U.S. President Donald Trump and German pharmaceutical company Merck KGaA have announced a groundbreaking deal aimed at lowering the cost of in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments while boosting access to fertility care in...

Technology

EU Prepares Antitrust Probe Into Meta’s AI Integration on WhatsApp

The European Commission is reportedly preparing to launch a new antitrust investigation into Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ: META) over the companys recent rollout of artificial intelligence features within WhatsApp....

Sam Altman Reportedly Explored Funding for Rocket Venture in Potential Challenge to SpaceX

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman reportedly explored raising significant capital to acquire or partner with a rocket company, a move that could have created direct competition with Elon Musks SpaceX. According to a report from the...

Wikipedia Pushes for AI Licensing Deals as Jimmy Wales Calls for Fair Compensation

Wikipedia is seeking additional licensing deals with major technology companies to address the growing financial burden caused by artificial intelligence firms heavily scraping its platform, according to co-founder Jimmy...

Firelight Launches as First XRP Staking Platform on Flare, Introduces DeFi Cover Feature

Firelight reaches 25M XRP deposit cap within hours of launch; ushers in a new era for decentralized XRP staking. A new XRP staking platform, Firelight, has officially launched on the Flare blockchain, marking the first...

OpenAI Moves to Acquire Neptune as It Expands AI Training Capabilities

OpenAI has confirmed plans to acquire Neptune, a startup known for its advanced tools that help companies track, monitor, and optimize AI model training workflows. Although the company did not release the financial details...