Algorithmic stablecoins are hot right now. But investors like Mark Cuban have lost money, and warn about their risks.
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Stablecoins and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs): the future of money
When was the last time you paid for a purchase with paper currency or a cheque? Like so many other things, the future of money is digital.
Why stablecoins are top of regulators’ agendas
The UK Treasury has become the latest government agency to announce plans to regulate stablecoins, which are digital currencies designed to link to traditional and stabler currencies and commodities.
What Are the Risks of Algorithmic Stablecoins?
Finance professionals are becoming increasingly skeptical of algorithmic stablecoins as they surge in popularity. “The Hash” group discusses the systemic risk of these unbacked assets, referencing failed projects like Iron Finance.
Stablecoins Are The Boogie Man Of Government
Bitcoin (BTC) holds no fear for the world’s government. It is not anonymous, it is very traceable, it gets seized all the time and hardly any bad guys use it for nefarious purposes.
Why Cryptocurrency Regulation Is Actually ‘A Good Thing’ for Investors, According to These Experts
Cryptocurrency regulation can be a controversial topic, but plenty of experts say crypto investors should welcome it.
Why Stablecoin Interest Rates Are So Damn High
Why are interest rates on dollar-pegged stablecoins so much higher than interest rates on actual dollars?
Algorithmic stablecoins will show significant growth, including due to sanctions risks
The research division of Bloomberg believes that the market for algorithmic stable cryptocurrencies is growing faster than traditional stablecoins.
Waves price prediction: more upside after the 126% comeback?
The Waves price has done well in the past few days as investors focused on its growing ecosystem.
“The First Crypto War”: Bitcoin and Stablecoins’ Pivotal Role in Ukraine
Fallout from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine puts focus on borderless nature of cryptocurrency