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One by one, U.S. political groups are announcing they will return the millions Sam Bankman-Fried donated to them. Sending Back the Money The U.S. political system is still dealing with... origin »
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When one considers the state of the Union today, it doesn’t really seem like there is a viable path to affect change via the political process.
2022-11-14 07:00 | |
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This year has been a turbulent one in crypto markets, with prices dropping in line with the plummet in asset prices across the board. A combination of runaway inflation and political pressure has forced the Fed to eventually turn hawkish, with the rise in interest rates deflating earning expectations and pulling down the stock market.
2022-10-19 19:52 | |
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Amid one of the worst crypto winters, polls and research indicate that crypto enthusiasm is still high. Public opinion about cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin continues to trend positively. Polls from The Ascent, made in May 2022, suggest crypto could become a significant political force moving forward.
2022-10-6 07:42 | |
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Amid government corruption investigations and economic imbalances, one of the most stable countries in Latin America is turning to cryptocurrencies as a store of value.
2022-8-31 21:46 | |
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On Thursday 24th of February, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine. War had broken out in Eastern Europe. Although we’re not here to comment on the political situation in Ukraine and beyond, we can observe one fact: Ukraine’s government turned to crypto in trying times.
2022-8-25 13:01 | |
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The Oslo Freedom Forum was heavy on bitcoin and stablecoin discussions, underscoring that this technology is a tool for political dissidents, not just a get-rich-quick scheme.
2022-5-28 23:41 | |
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2021-12-17 18:44 | |
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2021-11-17 16:12 | |
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What should have been a standard investigation into a South Indian crypto hacker has boiled over to become a national-level political clash, with opposition party members accusing the ruling governmenThe post In India, one Bitcoin hacker triggered a national-level political meltdown appeared first on AMBCrypto.
2021-11-13 19:30 | |
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Countries around the world have diverse reasons to clamp down on Bitcoin mining, ranging from political fears to financial ones. However, one Southeast Asian country has been cracking down on crypto mThe post Malaysia: Police charge illegal crypto miners and seize rigs to save charge appeared first on AMBCrypto.
2021-10-18 21:30 | |
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Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund(IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, recently talked about digital currencies, including CBDC, in one of her recent speeches. The IMF MD gave this speech at the T20 Summit hosted by Bocconi University and Italian Institute for International Political Studies (ISPI) on Oct.
2021-10-7 21:00 | |
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As the political system collapses, so too does the financial one. Thus, more and more Afghan citizens will turn to crypto.
2021-8-30 10:11 | |
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In the midwest state of Illinois, Lake County Treasurer has become one of the first political candidates to accept digital currency, according to the local publication. Holly Kim, a Democrat running for reelection next year, received a $3 donation in Litecoin (LTC), with a promise of more to come later.
2021-8-27 16:51 | |
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It is not a secret that cryptocurrency has been struggling to find its place in the world. The post Not banks, not memecoins: Is crypto’s biggest hurdle a political one? appeared first on CryptoSlate.
2021-8-24 01:00 | |
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The latest version of the US Federal Reserve's Financial Stability Report has highlighted cryptocurrency as one of the threats to financial stability. The survey polled responses from market experts, including investors and academics, political advisers, and brokerage firms.
2021-5-8 18:55 | |
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Original artwork crafted by the pseudonymous England-based street artist and political activist Banksy has been burned in order to turn the art into a non-fungible token (NFT). The screenprint was one of only 500 made and was authenticated by Banksy’s verification company Pest Control.
2021-3-4 19:00 | |
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The oracle platform got one of its biggest political endorsements yesterday. The post Reno, Nevada Mayor Hillary Schieve pushes the government to adopt Chainlink appeared first on CryptoSlate.
2021-1-28 17:41 | |
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One of investing’s loudest critics of China shares his assessment of where the U.S. political and business relationship with the country is headed.
2021-1-27 23:00 | |
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Amid political chaos and global uncertainty, one bitcoin is now worth more than $39,000 as the value of all cryptos passes $1 trillion.
2021-1-7 20:44 | |
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Bitcoin has rapidly become a macro asset throughout the past few weeks and months, with the crypto trading largely based on global economic trends and events This has greatly benefited the cryptocurrency as of late, with a combination of stock market strength, weakness in the Dollar, and some economic uncertainty in the future all bolstering it One economist is now noting that there is one crucial economic event that will likely guide Bitcoin’s price action […]
2020-11-7 02:00 | |
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San Francisco-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is losing about 5%, about 60 of its employees following its mandate barring political activism at work. Chief executive officer Brian Armstrong shared this on Thursday in a blog post where he said these employees had accepted an exit package offered to employees who are bothered by the policy.
2020-10-9 22:04 | |
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Political parties on the blockchain could soon become a reality for the DeFi space.
2020-9-4 18:45 | |
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Weeks after the Bitcoin halving in mid-May, miners are seemingly moving out of China and into Europe — with one prominent mining pool stating geopolitical tensions between the United States and China are a major catalyst.
2020-7-2 22:23 | |
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A recap of one of the most significant weeks in recent American political history.
2020-6-8 17:00 | |
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COVID-19 is becoming more of a political issue than a medical one. But the virus is raising legitimate concerns about America's future. The post Don’t Let Trump, Or Any Politician, Dictate Your COVID-19 Response appeared first on CCN.com
2020-5-11 20:30 | |
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One of the world’s biggest direct communication platform has announced a policy of mass political censorship in the middle of a pandemic that sees iconic global cities under curfew. Twitter.
2020-3-29 00:49 | |
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Unfortunately, we can’t enjoy an ideal social media network that would balance the freedom of speech with political correctness. Besides, behemoths like Facebook can share your private data or carry out secret mood manipulation experiments.
2020-2-1 05:00 | |
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The Bitcoin price increased dramatically following news that US drone strikes on Iran have killed one of the nation’s top generals, Qassam Suleimani. Many commentators have quickly attributed the sudden surge of buying pressure to individuals using the digital asset as a hedge in times of heightened political uncertainty.
2020-1-4 01:08 | |
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Recently, Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook CEO, faced Congress on all matters concerning its privacy policy, political advertisements, and the launch of its crypto-project, Libra. One of his remarks that stoThe post Ethereum's Lubin: Stablecoins are 'extremely valuable' to emerging digital economy appeared first on AMBCrypto.
2019-11-10 18:00 | |
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One of the biggest privacy issues in today’s society revolves around the use of overreaching know-your-customer (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML) laws. Despite the fact that many cryptocurrencies were designed to avoid these invasive practices, KYC and AML guidelines bolstered by political parasites and their followers have perverted the original crypto-anarchist ideologies espoused by the […] The post Ridiculous Crypto Regulations Are an Enemy of Bitcoin appeared first on Bitcoin News.
2019-11-8 00:55 | |
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The Dow Jones lost its gains to trade flat on Monday as President Trump dealt with multiple political setbacks, both foreign and domestic. Trump may be unable to deliver on his “phase one trade deal,” raising the risks for the stock market of the mid-December tariffs being implemented.
2019-11-7 23:26 | |
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Nothing drives up demand for Bitcoin more than economic and political uncertainty. Well maybe a large dose of China initiated FOMO, but fundamentally BTC acts as a solid hedge against failing fiat and economic policy.
2019-11-1 09:45 | |
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Gamers don’t usually cross the political divide but when they do it’s usually for some very personal reasons. In this case, GrandMaster Hong Kong Hearthstone player Chung “blitzchung” Ng Wai’s decision to support his fellow countrymen has cost him his tournament winnings and a one year ban: “Effective immediately, Blitzchung is removed from Grandmasters and […] The post Blizzard Bans Political Hong Kong Hearthstone Player and Strips Winnings appeared first on CCN.com
2019-10-8 17:30 | |
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TikTok‘s 500 million users aren’t there to fight about politics, troll their enemies, or shitpost for lolz. They’re mostly a community of inclusive, fun-loving content creators who support one another.
2019-10-1 22:45 | |
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Brexit: The oncoming storm The United Kingdom is poised for the oncoming storm: one that promises to sweep away everything in its way. This storm was in its cumulus stage in 2016, with a majority of voters standing in favor of Brexit after the United Kingdom European Union membership referendum took place and is currently […] The post Bitcoin may be safe from Brexit aftermath, but firms likely to bear brunt of political uncertainty appeared first on AMBCrypto.
2019-9-14 18:30 | |
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For quite some time now, Venezuela has been suffering from a political crisis and a collapsing economy. Venezuelans dealing with rampant inflation continue to see their purchasing power decline. After witnessing one of the worst economic disasters in modern history, 4 million citizens have emigrated to seek a better form of money, shelter, and to […] The post Venezuelans Fighting Economic Hardship Discover Crypto’s True Potential appeared first on Bitcoin News.
2019-9-6 03:30 | |
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Tom Lee, one of the senior analysts of Fundstrat Global Advisors, has recently affirmed that Bitcoin is the “genuine safe haven” asset during a recent interview for Fox Business. According to him, whenever there is political turmoil, crypto prices tend to go up a lot.
2019-8-17 22:51 | |
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The bigger they are, the harder they fall. In the financial world, massive fluctuations owing to the locus of control shifting outwards is common. Political tensions, trade wars, unexpected economic announcements, and even natural calamities have sent market indexes the world over into a frenzy, with analysts mapping a market symptom on one side of […] The post Bitcoin flies high in the face of Argentina’s white flag appeared first on AMBCrypto.
2019-8-16 18:30 | |
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The shootings in Dayton, Ohio and El Paso, Texas are still fresh in the memory of Americans. Like every previous shooting, these raised urgent questions about gun laws in the United States of America.
2019-8-14 17:30 | |
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Social media discourse is generally unhinged. But for those who follow US politics, simply opening the Twitter or Facebook app is like jumping into a swirling vortex of rage and blame. It’s as though we’ve forgotten how to communicate with one another as mature, professional adults.
2019-8-9 22:59 | |
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Russia, with all its might, is one of the most dominant countries in terms of political presence and bureaucracy. However, its significant status did not resonate economically as Russia only has the 12th largest economy.
2019-7-15 01:30 | |
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It’s very odd that citizens never get to vote or have any say in regard to society’s money, even though it’s one of the most important aspects of everyday life. In fact, in developed countries, most central banks are institutions that are privatized from political interference and history explains why.
2019-7-10 03:00 | |
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Facebook’s cryptocurrency project has long been one of Silicon Valley’s worst-kept secrets. Even so, Libra’s formal announcement elicited a number of incendiary reactions from chattering heads across the political spectrum.
2019-6-25 19:39 | |
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There is no doubting the king of crypto has been on a roll over the past few weeks. This month alone Bitcoin has surged 26% from mid $8000 to over $10,000. With political and economic tensions rising, BTC has often been compared to gold as a store of value but, which one is superior? The weekend has been nothing short of monumental for Bitcoin.
2019-6-24 09:48 | |
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By CCN Markets: One of Australia’s biggest banks this week announced they will be closing down the account of far-right activist Blair Cottrell on the 25th of July. Described by several media groups as a ‘neo-Nazi’, Cottrell posted proof of the closure via his Gab account.
2019-6-21 13:45 | |
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Romania Blockchain Summit promises to be one of the most important conferences dedicated to innovative technologies in the South-Eastern European region, bringing together the public sector, political decision-makers, developers, researchers, global entrepreneurs, leaders and innovators.
2019-6-14 18:10 | |
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As social platforms continue to be threatened by state-sponsored disinformation operations, Google’s parent company Alphabet has kicked things up a notch. Jigsaw, its side-arm devoted to fighting extremism, censorship, and other forms of cyberattacks, has revealed it bought a Russian troll campaign as an experiment.
2019-6-13 14:27 | |
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Venezuela is among those nations where cryptocurrencies enjoy faster adoption. The South American country suffers from a political and economic crisis causing hyperinflation of the national fiat, the bolivar.
2019-6-3 23:10 | |
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Romania Blockchain Summit, one of Europe’s biggest Blockchain events, to take place on June 21-22, in Bucharest. Romania Blockchain Summit promises to be one of the most important conferences dedicated to innovative technologies in the South-Eastern European region, bringing together the public sector, political decision-makers, developers, researchers, global entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators.
2019-5-22 14:24 | |
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Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of defunct crypto exchange FTX, has filed an appeal to his 25-year prison sentence. The post Sam Bankman-Fried Files Appeal to 25-Year Prison Sentence: Report appeared first on Coinspeaker.
Sam Bankman-Fried’s (SBF) lawyers are set to argue before a U.S. appeals court that the FTX founder was denied a fair trial. Sam Bankman-Fried’s legal team will reportedly appear before the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Nov. 4,…
A post from Sam Bankman-Fried’s (SBF) X account is stirring the crypto community once again, this time claiming that FTX never needed to file for bankruptcy in the first place. A controversial new document posted via Sam Bankman-Fried’s X account…
Odds for Sam Bankman-Fried’s release have increased overnight as speculation that Donald Trump could pardon the former FTX CEO gains momentum. Prediction market odds for a potential Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) pardon have surged sharply, signaling renewed speculation that former U.S.…
FTT price jumped more than 30% after a surprise “gm” post on Sam Bankman-Fried’s X account sparked a wave of speculative trading. On Sept. 23–24, FTT staged a sharp, headline-grabbing move. The token climbed to an intraday high near $1.20,…