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The rise of cryptocurrency has sparked intense debate on its role in central banking systems, as well as economic viability in monetary supply chains. Russia’s Central Bank has said in recent times that it did not want to legalise cryptocurrencies…
This story is part of a group of stories called Uncovering and explaining how our digital world is changing — and changing us. Huawei is reportedly helping to build out wireless networks in North Korea, a revelation that is sure…
This story is part of a group of stories called The unfair labor practices of tech-based gig economy companies have been well documented over the past few years: low pay, instability, and virtually no protection for workers, who aren’t usually…
The nosedive comes against the background of the ongoing trade row between Beijing and Washington, which, however, showed signs of nearing a resolution late last month when President Trump announced that he will not impose new tariffs on China. China’s…
New Delhi (Sputnik): An interministerial panel has recommended banning all private cryptocurrencies in India and imposing fines and penalties for carrying out any activities connected with virtual currencies. The recommendation comes after Facebook announced plans to launch Libra, a new…
The brother of the late kingpin wants to make a weed-selling company with Elon Musk, the very man he threatened to sue for $100 million over allegations of stealing intellectual property for The Boring Company’s “not-a-flamethrower.” Roberto Escobar, the brother…
