Libra

Libra (cryptocurrency) Libra is a permissioned blockchain digital currency proposed by the American social media company Facebook. ... The currency and network do not yet exist, and only rudimentary experimental code has been released. The launch is planned to be in 2020.

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Mastercard, Visa Stay Mum On Libra Support
Mastercard, Visa Stay Mum On Libra Support
October 01, 2019  |  Facebook

Might the Libra project see more than turbulence as key backers reconsider their support? The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday (Oct. 1) that marquee names...

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FINMA Head: Libra Safer Than Unregulated Crypto
FINMA Head: Libra Safer Than Unregulated Crypto
October 01, 2019  |  Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency pursuits conducted without supervision are more concerning to Switzerland than Facebook’s Libra coin, Reuters reported on Tuesday (Oct. 1). “I am much more nervous...

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In Asia, Focus On Big Tech Regs And Taxes
In Asia, Focus On Big Tech Regs And Taxes
September 30, 2019  |  Regulation

Scrutiny of tech firms is spreading across the globe, hinting at broader regulations over privacy and, possibly, bigger tax bills. To that end, in Southeast...

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Global Regulatory Issues Could Delay Libra
Global Regulatory Issues Could Delay Libra
September 27, 2019  |  Regulation

Bertrand Perez, the managing director of the Geneva-based Libra Association, an independent organization meant to oversee Facebook’s proposed digital currency, said that due to regulatory...

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ING: Central Banks Will Soon Create Their Own Crypto
ING: Central Banks Will Soon Create Their Own Crypto
September 27, 2019  |  Cryptocurrency

Mark Cliffe, chief economist at Dutch financial service firm ING, said central banks around the globe will have “fully fledged” cryptocurrencies in a matter of...

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Libra Association Continues Push For European Acceptance
Libra Association Continues Push For European Acceptance
September 27, 2019  |  Cryptocurrency

The association meant to manage and handle the debut of Facebook’s proposed cryptocurrency Libra has been dealing with some setbacks involving its acceptance, especially from...

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Nike Ups Its (Sizzling) Digital Sales Game
Nike Ups Its (Sizzling) Digital Sales Game
September 27, 2019  |  Sizzle/Fizzle

In the direct-to-consumer sales race, in the sprint to get shoes on feet and apparel off the racks, Nike has evidently brought its A Game...

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Facebook Negotiates Sandberg DC Hearing Testimony
Facebook Negotiates Sandberg DC Hearing Testimony
September 26, 2019  |  Facebook

With questions surrounding Facebook’s market power and its plans for the Libra digital currency, the social media company is reportedly negotiating with an important congressional committee...

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SEC Chairman Mum On Whether Libra Qualifies As Security
SEC Chairman Mum On Whether Libra Qualifies As Security
September 24, 2019  |  Cryptocurrency

When it comes to potential oversight of Facebook’s Libra, the head of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission declined to tell a congressional panel if...

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