Migrants who are unbanked in their host country in Latin America due to lack of residence permits and other irregularities have found in cryptocurrencies a way to send remittances to their loved ones without restrictions.
An ally in the region is the CryptoMKT platform, which, like most others,…
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Norway considers suspending crypto mining due to high power consumption
The high power consumption of cryptocurrency mining in Norway has led the government to consider a temporary ban on the activity.
Due to the impact of crypto mining on the energy sector, the government will start an extensive investigation…
IMF expresses concern over Pakistan’s Bitcoin reserve
Pakistan recently allocated 2,000 megawatts to bitcoin mining and AI centers. The move, which was not discussed with the International Monetary Fund, has raised concerns.
The country announced plans to create its first government reserve…
France makes arrests amid rise in cryptocurrency-related crimes
The recent wave of kidnappings and attempted kidnappings of cryptocurrency holders, particularly in France, has led authorities to arrest more than 20 people involved in these cases.
A meeting between law enforcement authorities and crypto…
JPMorgan to allow clients to buy Bitcoin
International bank JPMorgan will allow clients to buy Bitcoin, but will not offer custody services, according to the bank's CEO, Jamie Dimon.
The CEO remains skeptical of cryptocurrencies, particularly bitcoin, but shows a slight openness,…
Cryptocurrency firms in the UK to report transactions data
The UK government has mandated that all cryptocurrency firms must report customer transactions starting in 2026 as an initiative to strengthen the country's tax practices.
The data these firms must provide to the government includes "the…
Florida dismissed Bitcoin strategic reserve bills
Two important bills aimed at creating a Bitcoin reserve in Florida, United States, were postponed indefinitely: Florida House Bill 487 and Senate Bill 550, which have been "withdrawn from consideration."
During the last Florida legislative…
Bitcoin mining with sustainable energy surpasses 52.4 %
A recent study by the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance (CCAF) at the Cambridge Judge Business School estimates the growth in the use of sustainable energy for Bitcoin mining at 52.4 %.
To compile this report, the CCAF "included 49…
Coinbase is officially part of the Argentine Fintech Chamber
Coinbase is officially a member of the Argentine Fintech Chamber. With its participation, it will be able to contribute to the design of effective strategies for the development of the ecosystem in the country.
In this regard, Matías…
New York proposes approval of state payments with cryptocurrencies
New York is in favor of state payments with cryptocurrency. This is evidenced by a bill to legalize bitcoin and other digital assets in this area.
State legislator Clyde Vanel proposed Assembly Bill A7788, which seeks to "amend the state…
Binance allows cryptocurrency purchases through Apple Pay and Google Pay
The cryptocurrency exchange Binance has partnered with payment solutions company Worldpay®, allowing customers to now purchase digital assets directly from Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Both are popular payment methods used by Binance…
Bitcoin price could drop to $70,000 due to market conditions
The value of Bitcoin, the market's leading cryptocurrency, recently fell below $86,000. Veteran analyst Peter Brandt was quick to point out that without market support, the price of BTC could reach $70,000.
Brandt closely monitors…