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Analyst Lyn Alden discusses whether Bitcoin has reached the top of the four-year market cycle and how to navigate the current macroeconomic uncertainty.
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Fiat Money News
Fiat money is government-issued currency that holds value because it is recognized as legal tender, not backed by a physical commodity like gold or silver. Fiat money, a cornerstone of modern economies, has a rich history.
Originating from ancient practices of promissory notes, it gained prominence in the 20th century when nations shifted from commodity-backed currencies to government-issued paper money. With the advent of digital technology, fiat money underwent a significant evolution, transitioning from physical cash to digital transactions. The rise of online banking, debit/credit cards and digital payment platforms streamlined financial transactions, making them more accessible and efficient.
In recent years, central banks globally have explored the concept of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) as the next phase of fiat money evolution. It is important to note that Bitcoin is not fiat money, but CBDCs (when implemented) will be. CBDCs refer to digital versions of national currencies directly issued and regulated by central authorities.
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BIS says stablecoins fall short on key monetary principles, warning of financial crime risks and threats to monetary sovereignty.
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As Washington printed trillions, Bitcoin evolved into a global asset class, trusted by nations and corporations, amid growing US debt concerns.
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The Bank of Japan’s June meeting could trigger a Bitcoin rally if it restarts quantitative easing, as bond yield concerns push institutions toward BTC as a hedge.
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Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino shared images of Bolivian duty-free goods priced in USDt, suggesting the stablecoin's growing role as a reference currency in a struggling economy.
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Anthropologist Bill Maurer joins the Clear Crypto Podcast to explore how blockchain revives ancient ideas about money, not as tokens, but as systems of record-keeping and social trust.
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BCP Technologies CEO says its new pound-backed stablecoin tGBP might be considered a “live proof-of-concept for future FCA stablecoin regulation.”
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Stripe’s president confirms growing interest in stablecoins from banks, but adoption would still require more green lights from regulators.
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The Genius Act could boost the US dollar's dominance in Web3 by enforcing 1:1 stablecoin backing and compliance, according to a Foresight Ventures report.
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Analysts are warning of more fiat currency debasement, which is driving a growing appetite for digital assets, including cryptocurrencies and NFTs.
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Crypto and art NFTs can help investors protect their purchasing power from ongoing fiat currency debasement, according to Raoul Pal.
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One analyst says a weak US dollar is part of a plan to fix the US financial system. Will Bitcoin benefit from a weaker DXY?
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After the US rejected the idea of a CBDC following Trump's election, it’s yet to be seen whether other countries have any success with their national digital currency projects.
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As the Russian government reportedly eyes ruble-backed stablecoins, a local industry executive warned that a viable “Tether replica” would require a lot of effort.
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According to Back, Strategy and other Bitcoin treasury firms are some of the earliest bettors on Hyperbitcoinization, which may see Bitcoin’s market cap soar to above $200 trillion.
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