Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has dismissed the idea of the Fed holding bitcoin, emphasizing legal restrictions, as U.S. crypto policies and market dynamics rapidly shift. Why the Federal Reserve Can’t—and Won’t—Hold Bitcoin Anytime Soon Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell reiterated the central bank’s stance on bitcoin during a press conference Wednesday, following a rate […]
Welcome to Latam Insights, a compendium of Latin America’s most relevant crypto and economic news during the last week. In this issue: The Central Bank of Brazil confirms that unlicensed exchanges can still operate in the country; El Salvador will integrate Lightning Network transactions in its Chivo ATM network; and Trubit raises $ 6.25 …
Authorities in Uzbekistan have authorized two local banks to issue payment cards allowing users to spend their digital coins. The move is part of a pilot project to launch virtual cards linked to cryptocurrency wallets on an exchange that will facilitate instant conversion to fiat money. Uzbekistan Banks to Launch Virtual Cards Replenished From …