In the wake of a turbulent period for U.S. banks, the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities has shut down Philadelphia-based Republic First Bank, also known as Republic Bank. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has stepped in as receiver, with Fulton Bank assuming nearly all deposits and assets. Republic First Bank Shuttered as FDIC […]
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Republic First Bank Fails, Triggers Minor Crypto Market Downturn Amid Banking Sector Concerns
The United States witnessed its first banking failure of 2024 with the closure of Philadelphia-based Republic First Bank, creating ripples within the cryptocurrency community as Bitcoin, Ether, and various altcoins experienced slight price drops following the announcement. This event has spurred discussions among crypto enthusiasts and investors, with some seeing bank failures as a compelling […]
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Swiss National Bank Chief Raises Concerns About Adding Bitcoin to Currency Reserves
The chairman of the Swiss National Bank has expressed reservations about incorporating bitcoin into the central bank’s currency reserves. He stated that no decision has been made yet to invest in bitcoin, underscoring the necessity for currency reserves to be liquid, sustainable, and easily tradable, given their use in international payments. Swiss National Bank on […]
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Bank of Russia and Rosfinmonitoring Reveal Fiat-to-Crypto Tracking System Pilot
The Bank of Russia and Rosfinmonitoring revealed the existence of a ‘know your crypto customer’ system pilot, that aims to link the fiat operations of crypto users with their blockchain actions. The pilot, which has been ongoing since 2023, involves five banks in Russia and is expected to run until April, but can be extended. […]
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Nigerian Central Bank Disavows Letter Directing Banks to Sever Ties With Crypto Exchanges
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has disavowed a letter that allegedly instructed financial institutions to sever ties with four global cryptocurrency exchanges. The central bank stated that the letter did not originate from its office and recommended that individuals interested in “authentic updates” refer to its official website. Fake Content The Central Bank of […]
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Bitcoiners Seek Constitutional Reform to Allow Swiss National Bank to Purchase Bitcoin
Yves Bennaïm, founder and chair of 2B4CH, a Swiss pro-Bitcoin think tank, is launching a popular initiative to amend the country’s constitution to allow its central bank to purchase and hold bitcoin. The initiative is also supported by Bitcoin Suisse President Luzius Meisser, who believes the bank should add bitcoin to its reserves. A Reform […]
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Mauritania Central Bank Partners With Giesecke+Devrient to Develop a National CBDC
The Central Bank of Mauritania (CBM) has partnered with Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) to develop and launch a digital version of the national currency. The Germany-based security technology firm is expected to assist the CBM in outlining the prerequisites for a national Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). Outlining Prerequisites for a Central Bank Digital Currency The Central […]
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Deutsche Bank Expects Bitcoin Price to ‘Stay High’ After Halving — JPMorgan Disagrees
JPMorgan Chase and Deutsche Bank have weighed in on potential price movements for bitcoin following the halving. “We continue to expect prices to stay high,” Deutsche Bank analysts said. JPMorgan analysts, however, stated that they “see downside for the bitcoin price post halving for several reasons.” JPMorgan and Deutsche Bank on Bitcoin Post-Halving JPMorgan Chase […]
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Nigerian Central Bank Governor Denies Using Forex Reserves to Defend Local Currency
The Nigerian central bank governor has refuted claims that the bank is using the country’s foreign exchange reserves to shore up the naira. The governor attributes the decline in reserves to debt repayments and other payments, which are made because they help to maintain Nigeria’s credibility. Maintaining Nigeria’s Credibility Yemi Cardoso, governor of the Central […]
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Reserve Bank of New Zealand Releases Digital Currency Consultation Paper
The Reserve Bank of Zealand has said the proposed digital version of the country’s physical cash would provide universal access to central bank money, either in physical cash or digital form. According to the central bank, the digital version will not only be government-backed but will also be denominated in the local currency. Universal Access […]
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