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Despegar becomes the first travel agency in Latin America to accept cryptocurrency payments
One of Latin America’s leading travel agencies Despegar has partnered with Binance Pay and Inswitch to enable customers to pay for travel packages using cryptocurrencies.Wayne IngramConsumer Confidence in Crypto Remains Strong Despite Turmoil in 2022
After a series of high-profile crashes and the ensuing regulatory rush, if you thought the crypto saga hit a roadblock, you wouldn't be wrong. However, a new survey by Paxos, a New York-based blockchain technology company, sheds new light on this story.Hallie GillJim Cramer advises people to buy Silicon Valley Bank stock a month before collapse
The host of CNBC's Mad Money is regularly grilled on social media for advising people to invest in unprofitable assets and vice versa. His latest example is the notorious Silicon Valley Bank, which fell victim to a bank run and ultimately collapsed on Friday.Jerry McNeillBitcoin Fear and Greed Index Drops to 2-Month Low
The cryptocurrency industry suffered a string of failures last year, when many internal companies and projects collapsed, leading to price drops, numerous bankruptcy filings, and, as expected, massive investor losses.Sherry CantwellBTC's rollercoaster ride continues around $20K as USDC drops to $0.9
Bitcoin's woes continued as the asset plunged to a fresh two-month low of $19,500 yesterday before rebounding sharply.James DeanWomen in Web3 discuss challenges within the industry
The world of Web3 opens up new opportunities for individuals to participate in a more open and transparent Internet and create wealth.Martha GrizzardBinance NFT Announces Integration with Polygon Network
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance’s non-fungible token offshoot Binance NFT has announced the addition of support for the Polygon network on March 8.Hallie GillNansen launches data platform for cryptocurrency investors and projects
Blockchain analytics platform Nansen has announced the launch of Nansen Query, a new solution designed to provide comprehensive data solutions for crypto-focused teams and projects.Jerry McNeillMixed Signals for Crypto in Thailand Despite Tax Breaks
On Feb. 7, Reuters reported that Thailand’s finance ministry will exempt companies investing in initial coin offerings (ICOs) from corporate income tax and value-added tax.Sherry CantwellBrazil Begins CBDC Pilot, Plans Public Use in 2024
The Central Bank of Brazil has begun testing its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) project,James DeanMeet 7 Women Shaping the Future of Crypto and Web3
Women have been a part of the crypto space since its inception, developing projects, communities, and brands, and addressing many of the issues this fledgling industry needs.Hallie GillWomen in Web3 Advocate for Increasing Ecosystem Diversity
Although the Web3 ecosystem is growing rapidly, the industry still faces many challenges, one of which is the lack of diversity.Barry StidhamCBDCs could be 'easily weaponized' to spy on US citizens: Congressman
U.S. Representative Tom Emmer believes that the launch of a programmable central bank digital currency in the country could deprive U.S. citizens of their financial privacy.Craig GreenAlameda Research sells Sequoia stake to Abu Dhabi for $45m
The latest developments in the FTX bankruptcy case come as the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange reached a new agreement with a company owned by the Abu Dhabi government.Cornell RachelCrypto industry braces for fallout from Silvergate exit
Multiple sources told Cointelegraph that the closure of Silvergate Bank is not a systemic risk to the U.S. banking system, but could have a significant impact on the crypto market.Hallie GillGerman Regulator BaFin Recommends 'Case-by-Case' Approach to NFTs
Germany’s BaFin is not yet ready to classify non-fungible tokens (NFTs) as securities.Jerry McNeillArthur Hayes Proposes Bitcoin-Backed Stablecoin NakaDollar
Arthur Hayes, co-founder of cryptocurrency derivatives trading platform BitMEX, has proposed a new stablecoin, NakaDollar (NUSD), which will be backed by Bitcoin (BTC) and Bitcoin derivatives.Sherry CantwellAirBit operator pleads guilty to $100 million cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme
Six executives of cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme AirBit Club have pleaded guilty to a series of internationally coordinated fraud and money laundering charges,James DeanNYAG Says Ethereum Is a Security in Lawsuit Against KuCoin
New York Attorney General Letitia James has sued cryptocurrency exchange KuCoin, accusing it of selling commodities and securities on its platformBarry StidhamPresident Biden's 2024 Tax Plan Aims to Crack Down on Crypto Wash Trading and Capital Gains
U.S. President Joe Biden released his official budget plan for 2024 this Thursday and cryptocurrency trading is one of its targets.Craig Green
