Peru’s central bank extends digital currency pilot to 2027 after surpassing 3.5 million users

The integration of crypto in the World Cup 2026 could accelerate digital currency adoption and reshape fan engagement in sports. The post FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off tomorrow with crypto front and center appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could lead to oil price spikes, impacting global inflation, central bank policies, and market dynamics. The post Trump says pilots safe after US Army helicopter downed near Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Russia's crypto access limits may slow broader adoption, impacting market dynamics and innovation while prioritizing financial stability. The post Russia’s central bank to limit retail crypto access to Bitcoin, Ether and USDT at launch appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin fell sharply for a third straight day, sliding below $66,000 on Wednesday and wiping out all of its April gains. Bitcoin Erases April Gains Bitcoin’s downward slide continued on Wednesday as the cryptocurrency dipped below $66,000, erasing its April gains. The digital currency plunged from just over $67,700 to an intraday low of $65,362—a […]

Brazil’s central bank has added mandatory independent audits to the licensing approval process for crypto service providers in the country. According to the published rules cited in the report, crypto firms applying for authorization, or renewing an existing license, must…

Geopolitical tensions and oil price volatility are reshaping market dynamics, influencing inflation expectations and crypto valuations. The post US dollar steadies as markets await Iran war signals and central bank moves appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Comando Vermelho (CV) and Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC), considered the largest criminal groups in Brazil, have been designated as terrorist organizations by the U.S. government. The two groups have been involved in the use of digital currency as a money laundering tool for their drug trafficking activities in Brazil and around the world. Comando […]

Bessent stated clearly that there will be no central bank digital currency under Trump. He called a CBDC the first step toward tracking Americans’ spending and behavior. Bessent expects the world to choose private dollar stablecoins over government CBDCs. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent heavily criticized the development of a state-backed digital dollar today.  He […] The post Scott Bessent Doubles Down on Trump’s Anti-CBDC Stance appeared first on Live Bitcoin News.