Block’s CEO Becomes Major Investor in Bitcoin Startup Azteco, Raises $6 Million
Block's CEO became the biggest investor during the investrun of bitcoin startup Azteco. In total, the company managed to raise $6 million. Azteco offers a simplified way to buy bitcoins for people who do not have bank accounts. ...
Governor of Bank of Japan Advocates for Integration of Central Bank Digital Currency with Other Payment Methods
Haruhiko Kuroda, the Governor of the Bank of Japan, has expressed his belief that a central bank's digital currency (CBDC) should work in tandem with other payment methods to enhance Japan's financial ecosystem. According to Kuroda, government-backed stablecoins can increase payment convenience f ...
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink Sees Cryptocurrencies Boosting Financial Inclusion
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has expressed his view that cryptocurrencies could play a significant role in increasing financial inclusion worldwide. In a recent letter to investors, Fink reiterated BlackRock's commitment to supporting the emerging cryptocurrency industry and revealed that the company ...