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RBI working on digital currency, pilot projects likely in near future: Dy Governor
The RBI has also been exploring the pros and cons of introduction of CBDCs since quite some time
Indian-origin man agrees to plead guilty to money laundering charges
The maximum possible sentence Kalra could receive for these charges is life in federal prison.
Facebook to unveil new cryptocurrency
Facebook has already sought blessings from the US Treasury and the Bank of England, the BBC reported last month.
Bitcoin sinks abruptly after seven weeks of recovery
After many lackluster months, the price of bitcoin started to rally from early April, hitting a 10-month high earlier this week.
Rise of smaller rivals throws up fresh challenge to bitcoin
Bitcoin now accounts for around 60 per cent of the USD 240 billion crypto market, down from nearly 90 per cent.
Bitcoin holds above USD 7,000 after hitting 9-month high
Bitcoin has almost doubled in price this year, underscoring its volatility after a bruising 2018.
Hacked, scammed and on your own: navigating cryptocurrency 'wild west'
Various estimates show cryptocurrency crime is on the rise, keeping pace with the market’s rapid growth.
Cryptocurrency theft hits nearly $1 billion in first nine months: Report
The report also showed a steadily growing number of smaller thefts in the $20-60 million range, totalling $173 million in the 3rd quarter.
USD 60 million in virtual currency hacked in Japan
Japan is a major centre for virtual currencies and as many as 50,000 shops in the country are thought to accept bitcoin.
The bigger Cryptocurrencies get, the worse they perform: BIS
BIS says for any form of money to work across large networks it requires trust in the stability of its value.