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Russia to Trial Digital Ruble Settlements for Real Estate Deals
23.6.2022
The Central Bank of Russia and participating commercial banks want to test various types of payments with the digital ruble, the Russian press reported. The plan is to experiment with smart contracts and transactions related to real estate and crypto asset purchases. Bank of Russia to Launch Smart...
Russian Ministry of Finance Says There’s No Place for Crypto in Oil Trading
23.6.2022
The Russian finance ministry has cast doubt on talk of the nation selling oil for crypto – but claims that blockchain-powered tokens could play an “alternative” role in the business dealings of smaller-scale exporters....
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Roxe Holding in talks for listing on Nasdaq via $3.6B SPAC deal
22.6.2022
The firm has entered an agreement with special purpose acquisition company Goldenstone Acquisition Ltd, through which it will pursue the listing
Blockchain Payments Firm Roxe to List Via $3.6B SPAC Deal
22.6.2022
Blockchain-based payment company Roxe has entered into a merger agreement with SPAC Goldenstone Acquisition Limited, a move that will see it go public on Nasdaq
Elon Musk's Twitter Deal, Bitcoin Adoption Alliance, Delayed Cardano's Upgrade + More News
21.6.2022
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Visa Launches Bitcoin and Crypto Enabled Cards in Latam
21.6.2022
Visa, one of the biggest payments companies in the world, has announced the launch of a series of crypto-enabled cards in partnership with several fintech startups in Latam. These cards will allow users to spend crypto, purchase crypto where Visa cards are accepted for such, and also receive crypto...
BTC Markets becomes first Australian crypto firm to get a financial services license
21.6.2022
While the license isn’t currently needed for crypto companies in Australia, BTC Markets says it is preparing the exchange for upcoming regulations, which may help it gain other complementary certifications
Russian Finance Ministry Rules Out Sale of Oil for Bitcoin
20.6.2022
The Russian government considers bitcoin as a payment option for small business transactions, not for oil exports, the country’s finance ministry has indicated. A top official emphasized the department means that cryptocurrencies may be used in barter deals, but not as legal tender. Crypto...
Binance Suspends Direct Deposits and Withdrawals in Brazil
19.6.2022
Binance announced this week that the direct withdrawal and deposits were suspended in Brazil. The exchange issued a statement where it announced that this was the result of a change in the payments partner in the country and that it will be taking legal steps against it. However, the partner states...
Elon Musk Hints Twitter Will Integrate Crypto Payments if His Takeover Bid Is Successful
19.6.2022
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has suggested integrating crypto payments into Twitter. “My goal would be to maximize the usefulness of the service,” he told Twitter’s employees in his first all-hands meeting with them. Twitter’s First All-Hands Meeting With Elon Musk, Integrating...
Bill Presented in Brazil Seeks to Include Crypto as Approved Means of Payment
17.6.2022
A new bill presented in Brazil is trying to introduce bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies as an approved means of payment in the country. The bill, presented by Federal Deputy Paulo Martins, proposes to amend already existing regulations to include several dispositions that would allow...
Elon Musk Eyes Twitter ‘Digital Payments’ Expansion, But Faces DOGE ‘Pyramid’ Legal Wrap
17.6.2022
Tesla chief Elon Musk wants Twitter to move further into the “digital payments” space – but may have to wage a legal battle with an angry dogecoin (DOGE) investor who claims the billionaire is running a crypto “pyramid.”
In his first (virtual) meeting with staff since agreeing on a deal to...
Crypto Payments Possible if They Don’t Penetrate Russia’s Financial System, Central Bank Says
17.6.2022
Cryptocurrencies can be used for international payments if they don’t penetrate the Russian financial system, the head of Bank of Russia has stated. The governor also insisted that the digital assets should not be traded on platforms operating inside the country. Bank of Russia Chair Ready...
Musk Sees Logic for Twitter as a Crypto Payments Platform
16.6.2022
Elon Musk spoke during Twitter’s virtual all-hands meeting Thursday
Accepting Bitcoin for your business just like Tesla: Report
16.6.2022
Merchants that accept crypto rather than credit cards for payments can expect to save as much as 3.5% — or more
Bank of Russia backs cross-border crypto payments vs. domestic trade
16.6.2022
Cryptocurrencies can be used in cross-border or international payments only if they don’t get into Russia’s domestic financial system, the Bank of Russia governor said
Bank of Kyrgyzstan Issues Warning About Cryptocurrencies, Crypto Payments
16.6.2022
Amid the growing popularity of cryptocurrencies in Kyrgyzstan, the country’s central bank has reminded citizens about the risks associated with the digital assets. The monetary authority also warned that crypto payments are illegal in the Kyrgyz Republic. National Bank of Kyrgyzstan Urges...
Visa Rolls out Multiple ‘Bitcoin Cashback’ Cards with Partners in Brazil, Argentina
16.6.2022
The payments giant Visa has launched its first crypto cards in the Latin America region – and will debut its new products in Brazil and Argentina via a number of new partner firms.
Per the media outlet Expansión, Visa has “announced an alliance” with various fintech companies and IT startups...
Russia Developing Sandbox for Cross-border Crypto Payments
15.6.2022
An institute facilitating Russian exports is now working on the establishment of a sandbox for international crypto payments, local media reported. The goal is to identify potential regulatory and technological challenges for settlements with digital assets. Russia Prepares to Test Crypto Payments...
Nearly 70,000 Issued Binance Refugee Crypto Card for Ukrainians
15.6.2022
Thousands of Ukrainians have ordered a crypto card issued by the world’s leading digital asset exchange, Binance, for its users from the war-torn country. The card allows people displaced by the ongoing conflict with Russia to make payments and receive financial support. Binance Announces...