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Markets Bet on Fed Pause in May Even as Trump Rattles the Cage

[Apr 30 7:40 PM] On April 12—just over two weeks prior—expectations surrounding a potential cut to the federal funds rate were in flux, with markets assigning a 39.8% probability that the U.S. Federal Reserve would lower the rate by 25 basis points. Fast forward to…

Czech Central Banker Skeptical of Bitcoin’s Place in Reserves

[Mar 20 12:30 AM] A Czech National Bank board member has raised doubts on bitcoin as a reserve asset, citing legal uncertainty and volatility risks, even as it explores new asset classes. Bitcoin Faces Pushback From Czech Central Bankers Czech National Bank board…

South Korea Dismisses Establishing Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

[Mar 17 1:23 PM] Bitcoin Magazine South Korea Dismisses Establishing Strategic Bitcoin Reserve The Bank of Korea (BOK) has dismissed the possibility of establishing a strategic bitcoin reserve, citing concerns over price volatility and risks. This comes despite…

Russia Hits Pause on Digital Ruble—Mass CBDC Adoption Delayed

[Mar 2 4:30 AM] Russia’s digital ruble rollout is delayed as the central bank refines its economic model, despite a successful pilot with 15 banks, 1,700 citizens, and 30 businesses participating. Bank of Russia Delays Digital Ruble Rollout The Bank of Russia has…

Cryptocurrency Purchases Soar in Brazil: $12.37 Billion Spent YTD

[Sep 28, 2024 9:30 AM] According to data from the Central Bank of Brazil, purchases of cryptocurrency made abroad have soared this year, surpassing the numbers registered in 2023. These purchases, considered imports, have reached $12.37 billion year-to-date, exceeding…