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The BRICS member countries plan to launch a common currency for their organization in the near future. At present, there is no indication of the proposed currency's backing. Among analysts, the debate on whether it should be supported by cryptocurrency or gold is ongoing. And the question is not easy to answer. Some data show that cryptocurrency has advantages to offer as a backing for the BRICS currency. The same goes for the precious metal, gold. In this analysis, we will attempt to shed light on what is being said on this subject.

During his campaign for the presidential election in Argentina, Xavier Milei promised that he would work, once elected, to eliminate the country's central bank. Now that it's done, a rumor is emerging about this financial project. Some claim that it was just a campaign promise that the new tenant of Casa Rosada does not intend to fulfill. Javier Milei has formally denied these allegations.

Data reveals that a significant transaction involving 2 million ETH cryptos has recently been conducted. The operation raises questions for more than one, as it involves the Ethereum crypto platform itself.

Is the trend towards de-dollarization exaggerated? Is the petrodollar system coming to an end? Will the BRICS go all the way?

The American digital giant is regularly in the spotlight. The issue is its methods deemed unfair to stifle, or even eliminate, any competition. This comes at the expense of users who pay a high price. This is the essence of the collective legal action taken against the company, specifically regarding the use of cryptocurrencies as a P2P payment method.

A recent survey conducted by the Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF) reveals a growing preference among French people for cryptocurrencies compared to stocks and ETFs. Currently, 9% of French adults hold cryptocurrencies, compared to 7% in stocks and 2% in ETFs. This trend is particularly pronounced among young people, with 31% of them open to being paid in cryptocurrencies. The impact of the pandemic has played a role in this shift in investment preference. Additionally, 24% of French adults invest in various financial instruments, and over 10% are turning to real estate funds.

In recent weeks, statistics reveal a strong enthusiasm from institutional investors for Bitcoin. This week, Bitcoin whales have broken the annual record for the amount of BTC held. Yet, exactly one year ago - November 11, 2022 - they all suffered the consequences of the collapse of the FTX crypto exchange. What justifies this rapid and massive accumulation of BTC just a few weeks before the end of 2023?

Kristalina Georgieva actively supports CBDC. She sees these digital currencies as a promising alternative to physical cash.

The crypto community is eagerly awaiting the approval, by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), of several ETFs, including potentially the first Bitcoin ETF in cash. Regarding the latter, for example, analysts have suggested that a decision should be made by January 2024. The SEC has postponed its decision.

Exactly one week ago, financial giant BlackRock filed for registration of the iShares Ethereum Trust, the proposed ethereum (ETH) cash ETF. The news caught the attention of crypto analysts as it suggested the upcoming filing of an Ethereum ETF application with the SEC. That has now been done.

The SEC has lost and will continue to lose lawsuits, celebrates Ripple's lawyer.

Despite the cheers, the fact is that inflation continues to erode Americans' savings. Much more than what official figures suggest.

Yesterday pinned, today fearless. PayPal has just thrown down the gauntlet to the authorities by asserting its determination to pursue its blockchain innovations. Let's analyze this statement that sounds like a declaration of war.

The long-awaited moment has finally arrived: today the U.S. government is revealing October's inflation figures, an announcement that could give new momentum to the recent surge in Bitcoin.

Indeed, the FTX storm has wreaked havoc in the United States, Japan, and even France, but this hasn't prevented an increase in the rate of crypto adoption in France. According to a report by the Financial Markets Authority (AMF), the number of local adults investing in cryptocurrencies has relatively increased. Details!

The BRICS countries want to get rid of the influence of the US dollar. This is a high-stakes issue for this group of countries, especially for Russia, which is facing a series of financial measures taken by the West in response to the invasion of Ukraine. It seems that the country is maneuvering to overcome these sanctions. And it is apparently succeeding as the Russian currency, the ruble, has surpassed the dollar in the foreign exchange market.

The launch of the first spot Bitcoin ETF in the US is inching closer to reality, and one crypto project is already capitalizing on the excitement.

The SEC is now out of options, according to pro-crypto law experts who have followed the case against Ripple from the start. However, the matter is not quite closed. Aside from the remediation phase in which the crypto company might pay a hefty fine, a new showdown before the Supreme Court could soon take place between the two parties.

The Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) is an initiative by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Introduced last year, CARF aims to foster international, automatic, and transparent exchange of tax information on cryptocurrencies. Several countries, including France, have adhered to it.

Everyone is eagerly waiting for the FED to start lowering its rates (pivot). That's what traders are betting on.

Switzerland is reportedly about to enact a law aimed at protecting its systemic banks against bank runs.

Ethereum crypto: on-chain and technical indicators suggest the imminent arrival of a significant bullish wave.

With crypto airdrops gaining popularity, keeping track of your wallet’s performance has never been so pertinent.

Bitcoin (BTC) is not just booming. The biggest cryptocurrency in the market is on fire, surpassing unattainable highs since the beginning of the year. In this context, bitcoin holders, for a large part of them, have made profits. This is at least the opinion of famous crypto analyst Plan B.

The de-dollarization continues in Asia. Following nations like India or Indonesia, Thailand is now also shunning the dollar.

After months of operational struggle, Bitcoin (BTC) reigns over the ecosystem stronger than ever. In the past 24 hours, the asset's valuation increased by 3.18%, surpassing the symbolic $35,000 mark. This brought delight to enthusiasts of this crypto asset. A Canadian parliamentarian, a few days ago, encouraged the public to actively engage with this cryptocurrency that continues to surprise.

The Bitcoin has just delivered a performance worthy of a mythological epic. Three addresses, which could be compared to dormant titans of the crypto era, have broken their six-year slumber to transfer a fortune of 6,500 BTC, equivalent to approximately $230 million. An event that tears the veil of routine and shakes the markets.

PayPal, the payment giant, has just achieved another crucial milestone. Indeed, the UK's financial market regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), has granted it the green light to offer crypto services across the entire territory of the United Kingdom. Let's take a closer look!