The 2024 American presidential election resulted in a landslide victory for Donald Trump, who wins the popular vote this time and improves his score from 2020. The Republicans regain control of the Senate and the House of Representatives!
Bank of America, one of the largest American banking institutions, finds itself in the spotlight in a potentially explosive case. Indeed, an $800 million loss looms for the bank, under the threat of a federal investigation related to accusations of non-reimbursement of customers who fell victim to fraud via the Zelle payment network. This case raises further questions about consumer protection practices in the American financial sector, as pressure intensifies on banks to ensure secure transactions and reimbursements in cases of fraud.
In a move that would have seemed like science fiction a few years ago, Detroit is preparing to welcome cryptocurrency into its municipal coffers. Starting in mid-2025, residents of this city in full resurgence will be able to pay their taxes and other municipal fees in Bitcoin, Litecoin, and perhaps…
The Swift and UBS giants, armed with Chainlink, attempted a blockchain twist to make tokenized finance dance.
Sheetz customers will soon pay for their coffee with Bitcoin! Flexa ensures a hassle-free checkout.
On Wednesday, October 23, 2024, Washington announced a contribution of 20 billion dollars in favor of Ukraine, a decision with significant consequences that hinges on the use of frozen Russian assets. Indeed, this measure is part of a broad G7 program aimed at supporting the Ukrainian war effort and maintaining economic pressure on Moscow. As the year 2025 approaches, the negotiations surrounding these frozen funds reveal the complex stakes of a conflict that is redefining international alliances and financial priorities.
Avalanche is launching a Visa card to pay with cryptos: finally a solution to spend your bitcoins at the supermarket!
Israel is today governed by extreme right-wing millenarian fanatics. In short, fascists.
On the occasion of the BRICS Business Forum, the nations of this emerging alliance unveiled their brand new cross-border payment system: BRICS Pay. This initiative represents a clear intent to reduce dependence on the US dollar, a currency still predominant in global transactions. As the BRICS seek to emancipate themselves from the financial influence of the United States, the creation of an autonomous payment system could very well redefine the rules of international trade.
The rise of stablecoins, these cryptocurrencies backed by stable assets like the dollar, could well change the game for the global financial system. As the debate over their regulation rages on, an influential voice has just taken a stance. Christopher Waller, governor of the American Federal Reserve, stated that, under certain conditions, these digital assets could benefit the traditional financial system. His comments, made during a conference at the Institute for Advanced Study on October 18, shed further light on how stablecoins could transform the way payments are made on a global scale.
In 2023, 78% of Russian crude oil exports were directed towards two Asian giants: India and China. A radical redistribution that sharply contrasts with the situation in 2021, when these two nations absorbed only 32% of Russian energy flows. In the face of Western sanctions aimed at strangling its energy sector, Russia is reinventing its trade circuits with its BRICS partners. This strategic realignment towards the Asian axis reflects a major shift in the global energy dynamics, prompting the BRICS bloc to accelerate its efforts to detach from the Western-dominated financial system.
The surveillance firm Chainalysis releases its report on cryptocurrency adoption today. France ranks on the European podium.
The BRICS summit chaired by Russia is approaching rapidly. Here is everything you need to know before this major geopolitical event.
The Russian economy is increasingly turning towards China, notably through the massive adoption of the yuan for its international trade. This significant dependence on the Chinese currency, a direct consequence of Russia's exclusion from the global financial system, further intrigues Beijing, which seeks to strengthen its global influence and avoid Western reprisals.
There are countries where people are forced to use a CBDC, and others, like Norway, where it is legally required to accept cash.
The dominance of the dollar as the benchmark currency in international exchanges is today more questioned than ever. As geopolitical tensions and American economic sanctions multiply, several emerging powers are organizing to reduce their dependence on the greenback. It is in this context that Sergey LAVROV, the Russian Foreign Minister, and Donald TRUMP, the former President of the United States, find common ground in their criticisms of current policies. According to them, the systematic use of the dollar as a sanction tool undermines not only the American economy but also the position of the dollar on the international stage.
The adoption of cryptocurrencies has just reached a historic milestone in the United States. Indeed, the state of Louisiana has announced that it now officially accepts Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies as means of payment for its public services. In a context where governments are still hesitant to regulate these assets, this bold decision places Louisiana at the forefront of pioneering states in integrating cryptocurrencies into public administration.
The global financial system is currently undergoing numerous changes. As economic sanctions multiply, particularly from the United States and the European Union, many emerging economies are seeking alternatives to free themselves from the dominance of the dollar and the euro. In response, the BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) have begun the creation of an alternative payment platform. This initiative, confirmed by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey LAVROV, would facilitate trade and investments without relying on Western currencies.
When 134 countries play sorcerer's apprentices with CBDCs, it is 98% of the global economy that enters a zone of digital turbulence.
The global monetary landscape is undergoing significant changes. As the influence of the US dollar falters under the weight of geopolitical tensions and aggressive economic policies, the BRICS are poised to redefine the rules of the game. They are working to launch a new reserve currency, an ambitious project that could shake the supremacy of the greenback and reshuffle the cards of international finance. In the face of the impact of economic sanctions, trade wars, and a perceived excessive dependence on the dollar, these emerging powers are coming together to assert their economic sovereignty. However, this new currency, envisioned as a direct alternative to the US-dominated financial system, raises as many hopes as it does doubts.
As China increasingly reveals its totalitarian face, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris raise serious concerns about their ability to defend Western interests against Beijing. Are they about to capitulate to Xi Jinping and abandon Taiwan?
Mastercard is putting cryptocurrencies on the map! Pay for your baguette in Bitcoin without going through the "euro" step, something never seen before!
Bitcoin adoption takes a new step in France. The Carrefour Express in Rouen has just announced that it now accepts Bitcoin payments via the Lightning Network. This initiative marks a turning point in the integration of cryptocurrencies by major French retail chains. Innovation at the Heart of Retail The Carrefour…
A recurring question persists in the crypto universe: what happens in the event of an Internet outage? With the rapid evolution of blockchain, the reliance on an Internet connection to perform transactions seems to be a major constraint, especially in underdeveloped regions. The Sui blockchain, developed by Mysten Labs, offers…
The internationalization of the yuan is progressing much faster than the figures from the Swift organization suggest. Bitcoin is lying in wait.
Since 2013, China has been pursuing a policy of plundering the African continent through the usurious and nearly mafia-like system of the Silk Roads.
The global financial system is on the brink of a major upheaval. The BRICS bloc is planning to create an independent payment system to facilitate cross-border transactions among its members. This initiative aims to reduce their dependence on the US dollar by integrating local currencies for trade exchanges.
As international tensions and economic fluctuations shape the daily reality of global markets, French motorists are witnessing a surprising development: the price of diesel, the primary fuel of the roads in France, has reached its lowest level in over a year. In a context where inflation erodes purchasing power and every penny counts, this unexpected drop is a ray of hope for millions of consumers. But behind this apparent decrease, what economic mechanisms are at work? Which global factors influence pump prices, and above all, how long might this respite last?
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India and the Emirates reportedly settled an oil transaction in XRP instead of the dollar. A worrying signal for the dollar's hegemony?