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Bitcoin Flips Visa Again
Bitcoin (BTC) market valuation surpassed Visa's after a near 50% price increase in 2023. BTC has "flipped" the payment giant three times.
GoSats Pairs with NPCI to Launch a New Bitcoin Cashback Reward Card in India
The Bitcoin Rewards app GoSats has partnered with the National Payments Corporation of India (also known as NPCI) to launch a new cash-back reward card in India.
Financial Conduct Authority, on the 2 Key Initiatives to the Era of Open Finance
Following the Part 1 interview of the Financial Conduct Authority, Maha El Dimachki, Head of Payments of the FCA reveals some of her key initiatives in the FCA, including the significance of the second Payment Services Directive (PSD2) among the EU countries and the rationale of the Stronger Customer Authentication. As Co-Chair of Spectrum, the BAME Network Group at the FCA, El Dimachki also provided some advice for women in FinTech!
Burger King Brazil Accepts Dogecoin as a Payment Method for Purchasing a Dog Snack "Dogpper"
The Brazilian branches of Burger King, an American premium fast food service company, officially announced yesterday that it will accept Dogecoin as a payment method for the purchase of a dog snack called "Dogpper".
Wirex Moves on From Defunct Wirecard, Secures New Partnership with Railsbank
Crypto service provider Wirex has moved on from Wirecard,. The company has secured a new partnership with Railsbank
USL Footballer Alex Crognale Now Receives 15% of His Salary in Bitcoin
United Soccer League (USL) footballer, Alex Crognale now receives as much as 15% of his salary from his club, Birmingham Legion in Bitcoin (BTC).
Crypto Innovations and IBM's Role in the Evolving Payments Landscape
The digital transformation of finance, driven by cryptocurrencies and Central Bank Digital Currencies, is reshaping the industry. Traditional banks face challenges in maintaining market share, while regulatory bodies are enhancing oversight. IBM, a tech giant, offers solutions for this new era, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and fostering seamless customer experiences.
Alipay Officially Bans All Bitcoin-Related Transactions
Alipay, one of the most popular digital payment systems under China’s Alibaba group, officially stated that it would be banning all payment transactions related to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
Circle Files with The US SEC Intends to Become a National Cryptocurrency Bank
Circle intends to become a full reserve national commercial bank as a part of the potential solution, the company explains its core services heavily rely on third parties that create business risks.
US Senator Pat Toomey Eyes Senate Banking Committee Chair and Digital Currency Regulations
United States Senator Pat Toomey said he will take on digital currency regulation and payments reforms should he become the Senate Banking Committee’s next chairman.
Ripple (XRP) Check Feature May Soon See the Light of Day
The long-awaited Ripple Check may soon be launched as the margin for the needed votes by the network's validators narrows. With the Check feature, institutions and users will find flexibility in money exchange and adherence to compliance.
ASX Delays Blockchain-Based CHESS Replacement to April 2023
The Australian Securities Exchange has delayed the blockchain replacement for its CHESS settlement system for financial products, until April 2023.