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09.06 / 23:01

Stablecoin Tether Bitfinex Bitcoin Tether is ‘instrument of freedom’ and 'Bitcoin onramp,’ says Bitfinex CTO

On a sunsplashed day in the Swiss Alps, the CTO of Bitfinex and Tether, Paolo Ardoino shed light on the Plan B Lugano strategy, Tether as an onramp into Bitcoin (BTC) and–crucially–his favorite pizza toppings.

23.05 / 08:29

Climate change Time Ukraine live: Global refugee population tops 100m for the first time, according to UNHRC

The number of people forced to flee conflict, violence, human rights violations and persecution has passed the 100 million milestone for the first time on record, propelled by the war in Ukraine and other deadly conflicts, says the UNHRC.

07.02 / 21:25

SEC Court Winter Olympics Law Decoded: Tangible wins, new menaces and the global crypto taxation drive, Feb. 1–7

Every global event or major political crisis these days can trigger a digital asset-related conversation. As China welcomes the world’s top athletes to the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, showing off ultra-high-tech facilities and sports infrastructure, some United States politicians have raised concerns over the Games’ potential to act as a booster to the digital yuan’s adoption. In neighboring Myanmar, the military government that had overthrown the nation’s elected leadership a year ago is now looking into launching its own digital currency, not to project economic influence but to improve the domestic payments system and the struggling economy more broadly.

07.02 / 07:03

Ethereum cryptocurrency NFT Sky Mavis Bitcoin Cryptocurrency Prices Today: Markets surge marginally in green as Bitcoin, Ethereum rise

The global cryptocurrency market capitalisation rose 0.88 percent over the last 24 hours to $1.93 trillion while the trading volumes were down 11.16 percent to $63.96 billion.

05.02 / 00:35

Digital Currency regulation Asia Military Myanmar’s military government considers launching digital currency: report

The armed forces of Myanmar, which have been in control of the government since forcibly detaining many elected leaders in 2021, is reportedly planning to release a digital currency to help the local economy.

01.02 / 10:04

Technology History Takeover One year since military takeover, Myanmar opposition holds 'silent strike'

Opponents of military rule in Myanmar marked the one-year anniversary of the army’s seizure of power with a nationwide strike Tuesday to show their strength and solidarity amid concern about what has become an increasingly violent contention for power.

01.02 / 06:45

OKEx Crypto exchanges Mudrex Here's what crypto exchanges are offering to lure investors

crypto exchanges and trading platforms have launched promotional campaigns to lure investors. These campaigns are aimed at attracting investors to support declining trading volumes amid steep fall and rising regulatory concerns. ETMarkets.com reached out to various exchanges seeking out information about their giveaways for the crypto users. Here is the complete information about offerings of all the exchanges:OKXThe second-largest crypto exchange in the world, OKX, is set to give away $3 million as a part of the Asia Lunar New Year promotion for participants from Asian countries.

24.01 / 20:37

Ethereum Twitter SEC Bitcoin Bitcoin Saw Inflows Again, Miner Bets Against Ethereum's PoS, Meta on Getting Metaverse 'Right' + More News

Get your daily, bite-sized digest of cryptoasset and blockchain-related news – investigating the stories flying under the radar of today’s crypto news.

21.01 / 16:27

Digital Platform Fighting RIG expansion Thai exchange Bitkub looking for markets without ‘clear winner’ for crypto expansion

When large crypto exchanges or trading companies make a move towards other regions, it can signal their belief in engaged future users who will boost both crypto adoption and the company’ own performance in these places. To that end, one Thailand-based crypto exchange has its eye on a very specific set of nations.

10.01 / 09:27

Court Jail ousted Aung San Suu Kyi: Ousted leader 'sentenced to four more years in jail' in Myanmar

A court in Myanmar sentenced ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi to four more years in prison on Monday after finding her guilty of illegally importing and possessing walkie-talkies and violating coronavirus restrictions, a legal official said.

25.12 / 05:31

Digital Tether Fighting Bitcoin Can this unique use case see Bitcoin solve ‘fighting wars over money’

Myanmar’s self-declared parallel government reportedly recognized Tether (USDT) as an official currency, a while back. The aim of the move was to ease payments and fundraising by the said National Unity Government, after the military government took over.

16.12 / 16:20

Adoption regulation Tether Asia Tether lauds Myanmar shadow government for making USDT an official currency

Tether, the issuer of the eponymous stablecoin, has praised the decision of Myanmar’s parallel government, The National Unity Government (NGU), to use USDT as an official currency.

13.12 / 20:49

cryptocurrency Tether Myanmar Myanmar's NUG announces adoption of USDT as official currency

Myanmar’s shadow National Unity Government (NUG), in an unprecedented economic move, announced the recognition of stablecoin Tether (USDT) as its official currency.

13.12 / 18:38

Stablecoin Adoption Myanmar Myanmar’s Exiled Government Embraces Tether To Combat Military Regime

Myanmar’s shadow government has recognized tether (USDT) as its official currency - with plans to use the stablecoin to collect funds for a campaign against the country’s military junta.

12.12 / 15:21

Digital Citizens Tether USDT Myanmar’s government in exile ‘officially recognizes’ USDT for usage

Myanmar is currently in the middle of a crisis on a lot of fronts. Especially since the NLD’s elected government was toppled in a military coup back in February. The COVID-19 pandemic seems to have aggravated the situation even further.

06.12 / 10:21

Art Apple Religion Myanmar: Aung San Suu Kyi jailed for four years for 'inciting unrest'

A Myanmar court on Monday sentenced the former head of the civilian government Aung San Suu Kyi to four years in prison for inciting public unrest and violating health rules related to COVID-19.

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