The narrowing Japanese “yen carry trade” has been blamed for the Aug. 5 global market downturn that sent stock markets and top cryptocurrencies like bitcoin and ethereum plunging by double-digit figures. Some experts cite the disappointing U.S. jobs data and Mt Gox-related selling as factors contributing to the decline. Nikkei Posts Worst Single-Day Loss In […]
El Salvador has proposed using cryptocurrency as an alternative payment method for trade with Russia. The Central American nation has reportedly expressed interest in joining the BRICS bloc and may formally apply for membership within one or two years. Ukraine-Russia Conflict Echoes in Central America El Salvador has proposed settling trade with Russia using cryptocurrency, […]
The cryptocurrency market experienced a downturn on Tuesday, decreasing by 1.94% against the U.S. dollar, lowering the total market value to $ 2.38 trillion. Leading cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin, solana, binance coin, dogecoin, and cardano, faced losses. In contrast, ethereum, xrp, and toncoin achieved modest gains. Crypto Market Dips, Long Positions Lead to $ …
Russian President Vladimir Putin highlights economic integration and dedollarization at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Heads of State Council meeting, chaired by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “We are making wider use of national currencies for mutual settlements,” Putin stated, adding that over 80% of commercial transactions between Russia and the People’s Republic of China […]
Japanese banks, once secure in their financial strategies, are now facing severe challenges due to shifts in global monetary policies, as outlined by Bitmex co-founder Arthur Hayes in his latest blog post. These institutions are caught in a cycle of low yields and high hedging costs, which dramatically impact their operations and financial stability. Japanese […]