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Page 22 - Cryptocurrencies

Explained: The rise and rise of Bitcoin; India investment rules

In this edition of the podcast, we will breakdown the meaning of bitcoin for you and will rewind its stupendous rally

Explained: The rise and rise of Bitcoin; India investment rules
Updated On : 09 Feb 2021 | 5:19 PM IST

Musk-fuelled bitcoin surge triggers cryptocurrency exchange glitches

The electric-vehicle company's move marked the latest step toward mainstream acceptance of bitcoin

Musk-fuelled bitcoin surge triggers cryptocurrency exchange glitches
Updated On : 09 Feb 2021 | 2:34 AM IST

After GameStop, the rise of Dogecoin shows us how memes can move markets

To own Dogecoin is to participate in a culture. People buy it because it's fun to have, is inherently amusing, and comes with a welcoming and enjoyable community experience

After GameStop, the rise of Dogecoin shows us how memes can move markets
Updated On : 04 Feb 2021 | 10:20 AM IST

Clarity on bitcoin

India needs a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies

Clarity on bitcoin
Updated On : 05 Jan 2021 | 9:53 PM IST

Big tech bets and cryptocurrencies power 2020's top US funds

The year was a challenge like few others for the $21.3 trillion mutual fund and $4.4 trillion ETF industry

Big tech bets and cryptocurrencies power 2020's top US funds
Updated On : 28 Dec 2020 | 2:01 PM IST

Crypto boom shaken as Bitcoin, other coins nosedive after record rally

The rout began just hours after Bitcoin rose to within $7 of its record high of $19,511, the culmination of a more than 250% surge in past nine months

Crypto boom shaken as Bitcoin, other coins nosedive after record rally
Updated On : 27 Nov 2020 | 2:20 AM IST

PayPal users can hold virtual coins, shop using cryptocurrencies

The new service makes PayPal one of the largest US companies to provide consumers access to cryptocurrencies

PayPal users can hold virtual coins, shop using cryptocurrencies
Updated On : 21 Oct 2020 | 9:17 PM IST

The big hack

Some people fell for the scam and transferred bitcoins equivalent to about $120,000 to the referred wallets

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Updated On : 17 Jul 2020 | 10:47 PM IST

Supreme Court lifts curbs on cryptocurrencies, junks RBI circular

This has given a major relief to exchanges dealing in these crypto currencies

Supreme Court lifts curbs on cryptocurrencies, junks RBI circular
Updated On : 05 Mar 2020 | 2:15 AM IST

How Facebook's Libra prodded central banks to study digital currencies

The central banks of Britain, the euro zone, Japan, Canada, Sweden and Switzerland announced a plan to share experiences to look at the case for issuing digital currencies

How Facebook's Libra prodded central banks to study digital currencies
Updated On : 22 Jan 2020 | 1:56 PM IST

Libra currency-pegged 'stablecoin', not controlled by one company: Facebook

Central banks and government finance officials have long worried about the challenges posed by digital currencies, and the risk they can be used for money laundering and financing terrorism

Libra currency-pegged 'stablecoin', not controlled by one company: Facebook
Updated On : 21 Oct 2019 | 9:35 AM IST

Sound legal basis a must for digital monies like Facebook's Libra: G7

Facebook's Libra has generated intense scrutiny from officials worldwide who worry about the impact it could have on the financial system

Sound legal basis a must for digital monies like Facebook's Libra: G7
Updated On : 18 Oct 2019 | 10:15 AM IST

Unmoved by defections and criticism, Facebook officially launches Libra

Facebook has faced criticism since the summer when it unveiled plans to create a separate, private currency system to allow users to make cross-border payments more easily

Unmoved by defections and criticism, Facebook officially launches Libra
Updated On : 15 Oct 2019 | 9:24 AM IST

Global regulators to question Facebook's Libra amid EU concerns: Report

Officials from 26 central banks, including the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Bank of England, will meet with representatives of Libra in Basel on Monday

Global regulators to question Facebook's Libra amid EU concerns: Report
Updated On : 15 Sep 2019 | 11:28 AM IST

RBI banned cryptocurrency deals on moral grounds: IAMAI to Supreme Court

Apex court begins final hearing in challenge against RBI ban on dealing in virtual currencies

RBI banned cryptocurrency deals on moral grounds: IAMAI to Supreme Court
Updated On : 08 Aug 2019 | 11:49 PM IST

Crypto a security threat, instrument for illicit activities: Trump admin

India, meanwhile, has throughout maintained that cryptocurrencies were illegal and it did not recognise such activities

Crypto a security threat, instrument for illicit activities: Trump admin
Updated On : 16 Jul 2019 | 8:30 AM IST

'Not a fan': Facebook's Libra under fire, from crypto community to Trump

Libra, which is widely regarded as a challenger to dominant global player Bitcoin, is expected to launch in the first half of 2020

'Not a fan': Facebook's Libra under fire, from crypto community to Trump
Updated On : 14 Jul 2019 | 9:34 AM IST

Bitcoin is passe, stablecoin is emerging as safer cryptocurrency option

Unlike other cryptocurrencies, stablecoins aim to maintain their worth better by being redeemable for something else of tangible value

Bitcoin is passe, stablecoin is emerging as safer cryptocurrency option
Updated On : 07 Dec 2018 | 2:32 PM IST

Crypto effect: Lack of policy clarity casts shadow on blockchain startups

Several countries have taken a cautious approach to cryptocurrencies, but few have gone to the extent of dissuading their use like India has done

Crypto effect: Lack of policy clarity casts shadow on blockchain startups
Updated On : 20 Nov 2018 | 10:33 AM IST

Nasscom says cryptocurrencies illegal, asks players to obey the law

Cryptocurrency players have reportedly raised concern over police action against them

Nasscom says cryptocurrencies illegal, asks players to obey the law
Updated On : 26 Oct 2018 | 7:21 PM IST