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Digital yuan rolls on as new tests announced in China
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12 February, 2021

Digital yuan rolls on as new tests announced in China

China’s plans for a central bank digital currency have taken further steps forward, with the roll out of fresh real-world...
Global chip shortage hit block reward mining sector in China: report
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10 February, 2021

Global chip shortage hit block reward mining sector in China: report

The global chip shortage is disrupting production across a worldwide array of products, including automobiles, consumer electronics, and, yes, even...
500.com to purchase another $8.5M worth of ASIC mining machines
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5 February, 2021

500.com to purchase another $8.5M worth of ASIC mining machines

The NYSE-listed online sports lottery firm signed a definitive agreement to purchase 5,900 ASIC miners for 55.2 million yuan (around...
China’s latest CBDC airdrop
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4 February, 2021

China’s latest CBDC airdrop

The Chinese city of Suzhou has announced that it will be holding a $5 million airdrop of China's central bank...
Bitcoin Association appoints first China-based technical outreach specialist to increase enterprise awareness of Bitcoin SV
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1 February, 2021

Bitcoin Association appoints first China-based technical outreach specialist to increase enterprise awareness of Bitcoin SV

Aaron Zhou will work alongside Bitcoin Association's global team and China-based staff to engage with business, technology and government leaders...
Shanghai, Beijing and other major cities plan large-scale digital yuan tests
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26 January, 2021

Shanghai, Beijing and other major cities plan large-scale digital yuan tests

The accelerated testing phase comes after a successful year for the state-backed digital currency in which it was used in...
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