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Iran Plans National Cryptocurrency as New US Sanctions Loom
Iran may soon issue its own cryptocurrency in a move aimed to bypass economic sanctions enacted by U.S. President Donald Trump.
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Jul 26, 2018 at 9:30 a.m. UTC
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Central Banks Will Jump-Start the Decentralization of Money
While the thought may disappoint cypherpunks, the first step of a transition toward a true "money of the people" will be implemented by central banks.
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Jun 19, 2018 at 8:00 a.m. UTC
Jun 19, 2018
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Norway's Central Bank Mulls Digital Currency as Cash Use Declines
Norges Bank has released a report suggesting it might one day launch a digital currency as citizens continue to turn away from physical money.
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May 23, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. UTC
May 23, 2018
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Fed Governor Says 'No Compelling Need' for US Central Bank Crypto
Fed governor Lael Brainard has said that cryptocurrencies do not pose a threat, and there is "no compelling need" for a Fed-issued digital currency.
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May 17, 2018 at 7:40 p.m. UTC
May 17, 2018
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