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Congress preps July crypto push; crypto bank charters all rage
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8 July, 2025

Congress preps July crypto push; crypto bank charters all rage

U.S. Senate Banking Committee will hold its hearing on digital asset market structure rules, while crypto firms race to secure...
Quantum-proofing blockchains: How much of a problem is it?
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8 July, 2025

Quantum-proofing blockchains: How much of a problem is it?

Chinese researchers introduced EQAS, a modular system that aims to heighten information security by separating data storage from verification.
Nigeria, Somalia, South Africa, Eswatini advance digital ID plans
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8 July, 2025

Nigeria, Somalia, South Africa, Eswatini advance digital ID plans

Nigeria has partnered with the World Food Programme to disburse aid via digital wallets, while Somalia now uses biometrics on...
Bhutan turns to digital asset payments amid internet issues
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8 July, 2025

Bhutan turns to digital asset payments amid internet issues

Elsewhere, South Korea-based Naver Pay has announced plans to explore stablecoins, targeting retail applications to keep up with local first...
US tax challenges for Bitcoin miners: A call for commodity-style reform
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7 July, 2025

US tax challenges for Bitcoin miners: A call for commodity-style reform

Aligning U.S. Bitcoin’s tax treatment with commodities could help miners scale operations, strengthen balance sheets, and maintain global competitiveness.
Digital ID adoption gathers steam in Vietnam, PNG
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7 July, 2025

Digital ID adoption gathers steam in Vietnam, PNG

The adoption of digital IDs is rapidly advancing, with Vietnam looking to onboard foreigners while PNG getting support from Australia...