El Salvador's VP Ulloa confirms Bitcoin's legal tender status post-elections, dismissing IMF concerns. Government plans include Bitcoin bonds and a crypto haven, signaling continued confidence in crypto initiatives.
EdmundThe hyper-politicization of CBDCs in the U.S. reflects broader concerns about privacy and government overreach. While the debate may not sway a large voter base, it highlights the intersection of technology, politics, and finance in the evolving landscape of digital currencies. As the U.S. explores CBDCs, the global impact and the delicate balance between privacy and innovation remain key considerations.
Cheng YuanDonald Trump vows to prevent a CBDC in the U.S., expressing concerns about government control. As a 2024 candidate, he positions cryptocurrency issues prominently in his political agenda.
EdmundIndonesian police dismantle a vast Bitcoin mining operation for illegal electricity use, echoing similar international incidents.
EdmundThe opening of this new exchange is intended to protect consumers, and will function as a futures clearing house as well.
ClementThe project, which has been in progress since December 2021, gained momentum with the endorsement of Pang Hue Kai, CEO of Tokokrypto, a licensed Indonesian crypto exchange partly owned by Binance.
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BeincryptoIndonesian Islamic organization NU says cryptocurrencies are too volatile to be legalized under Islamic law.
CointelegraphThe Indonesian government is reportedly still figuring out how to implement a cryptocurrency tax, but legislation passed in response to the pandemic lays the groundwork for it.
CointelegraphThe government is still reportedly considering how to implement crypto taxes, but legislation passed in response to the pandemic laid the groundwork.
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