• September 29, 2024

Nike earnings, jobs numbers, and a big crypto event: What to watch in the markets this week

The stock market ended last week on a high note, wrapping up the quarter with a sense of optimism. This positive momentum is largely fueled by expectations that the Federal Reserve’s recent interest rate cut will boost economic activity and set the stage for a stronger performance in the new quarter. With the presidential election approaching in November, investors are increasingly focused on how the political landscape may influence market movements.

  • September 28, 2024

Bolivia Sees Surge in Crypto Transactions Following New Regulations

According to Odaily, Bolivia has experienced a significant increase in cryptocurrency transactions over the past three months following the legalization of digital payment channels. The Bolivian Central Bank recently reported that the country's monthly virtual asset trading volume surged from $7.6 million to $15.6 million, driven primarily by stablecoin transactions and growing public interest. This growth is attributed to the implementation of Executive Board Resolution No. 082/2024, which came into effect in June and allows the purchase of virtual assets through electronic payment channels.The number of virtual asset transactions also saw a substantial rise, with over 1.1 million transactions recorded from July to September, compared to approximately 932,000 in the previous six months. Most of these transactions were conducted by individuals. Additionally, the Financial System Supervisory Authority (ASFI) reported that six financial institutions have begun using virtual assets in their operations, further integrating these digital tools into Bolivia's economic system. Data shows that the business activities of these institutions increased by 40% between July and August.To support this expansion, the Bolivian Central Bank launched an educational program to inform the public about the characteristics and risks of virtual assets. The program included 33 workshops nationwide, attended by over 3,000 people. Central Bank President Edwin Rojas Ulo emphasized that this initiative is part of a broader strategy to modernize the economy and enhance international business and financial activities.In late June, Bolivia lifted its ban on Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, which had been in effect since December 2020. On June 26, the Bolivian Central Bank officially announced that banks are now permitted to conduct cryptocurrency transactions. However, despite the authorization to trade cryptocurrencies through approved electronic channels, the Bolivian Central Bank reminded citizens that cryptocurrencies are not considered legal tender.

  • September 28, 2024

If You Invested $1000 In Bitcoin, Dogecoin, And Shiba Inu Exactly A Year Ago, This Crypto Would Give You The Best Returns Today

The cryptocurrency market surged Thursday, extending the rise sparked by the Federal Reserve’s first interest rate cut in more than four years. The rally was spearheaded by popular dog-themed memecoin Shiba Inu, which spiked more than 20% in the last 24 hours, touching levels not seen since mid-June. Don’t Miss: 1 in 4 Americans own a share of Bitcoin according to NASDAQ, how many people got started through this free crypto faucet? If you invested $100 in DOGE when Elon Musk first tweeted about