Author: Robertson
Utter waste as millions claim DWP benefits without any need to look for work
Official figures from the Department for Work and Pensions reveal a significant rise in long-term sickness claims, prompting urgent calls for reform. …
Legal expert shares ‘unconventional’ tip for Premium Bonds savers
Customers may be wondering if the savings scheme is right for them as NS&I has announced another rate cut …
Martin Lewis hails ‘progress’ as standing charges to be axed in new energy tariffs
The plans from Ofgem would see energy companies forced to offer deals with no standing charge …
Desperate Rachel Reeves will ‘slash Cash ISA limit to just £4,000′ next month
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has been nobbled by big City fund managers – and Cash ISA savers will suffer. …
Nigeria Sues Binance for $79.51B in Economic Damages, Seeks $2B in Back Taxes
Nigeria has filed a lawsuit against Binance, seeking $81.5B in back taxes and damages, accusing the exchange of failing to register with tax authorities, violating financial laws, and contributing to the naira’s decline. This marks the third legal action against Binance in the country.
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Central Banks Should Study Bitcoin, Not Avoid It, Says Czech National Bank Chief
While Aleš Michl does not advocate for Bitcoin as a primary reserve asset, he believes central banks should explore its potential benefits and risks.
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Dutch Firms Quantoz Payments, NPEX, and Dusk Team to Launch Digital Euro
Dutch firms Quantoz Payments, NPEX, and Dusk have launched EURQ, a regulated blockchain-powered digital euro. This collaboration enables seamless transactions, bridging traditional finance with decentralized applications.
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Vitalik Buterin Holds Q&A on Tako, Discusses Ethereum’s Long-Term Development and Decentralization
Vitalik Buterin discussed Ethereum’s scalability, stating that Layer 1 should support critical transactions while Layer 2 improves efficiency. He noted that Ethereum operates independently of its foundation, reinforcing decentralization. Buterin also addressed the role of sequencers and the need to sustain open participation through ongoing improvements in governance, security, and scalability.
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Coinbase Expands US Crypto Futures Market with CFTC-Regulated Solana Contracts
Coinbase has expanded its crypto futures market with the launch of CFTC-regulated Solana and Hedera futures contracts. The move reinforces its commitment to regulated derivatives trading and aligns with its broader institutional expansion, offering traders diverse futures contracts across major digital assets, including BTC, ETH, and DOGE.
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Brazil Approves World’s First Spot XRP ETF by Hashdex
Hashdex has secured approval from Brazil’s Securities and Exchange Commission to launch the world’s first spot XRP ETF, offering investors direct exposure to XRP via Brazil’s B3 stock exchange. The approval could pave the way for further crypto ETFs and signals growing institutional interest in digital assets.
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