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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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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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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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Incoming US Treasury buybacks and a weakening US dollar may bolster Bitcoin’s appeal as a hedge against turbulence in the traditional financial system.
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Kraken continues expanding product offerings beyond cryptocurrencies in a bid to become a one-stop shop for online market trading.
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The disconnect between Asia’s crypto liquidity hubs and US capital markets has hindered institutional adoption of digital assets.
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Bitcoin’s lack of momentum may drive further interest in safer investments, such as tokenized RWAs, which are approaching the $20 billion record milestone.
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Stablecoins break down key barriers in cross-border payments, empowering small businesses and enabling financial inclusion.
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Responding to Musk’s claim, Jameson Lopp, the chief security officer at Bitcoin custody company Casa, simply said: “Bitcoin fixes this.”
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While Bitcoin may experience a retracement to $70,000, this remains part of an organic “correction within a bull market,” Nansen analysts told Cointelegraph.
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On-ramps typically involve payment methods like bank transfers, or credit cards, whereas off-ramps often require identity verification when converting crypto to fiat.
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MetaMask users can now withdraw Ether from layer-2 networks directly into fiat currencies via Ramp Network.
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Money printing and poor fiscal policy have reduced the dollar’s value since 1913, prompting countries to explore alternative assets.
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