Bit2Me and Mastercard launch debit card with crypto cashback
The new debit card builds on technology already in place in the existing Bit2Me crypto card, but this time, card holders are eligible for up to 9% crypto cashback. This post was originally published on this site
Bitzlato CEO arrested by Spanish police: Report
Authorities seized an estimated $19.8 million worth of crypto, fiat and luxury goods from Bitzlato executives related to an ongoing money laundering investigation. This post was originally published on this site
Spain’s central bank approves euro-linked token pilot as part of sandbox initiative: Report
To use the tokens, users will need to verify their identity through phone and video identification, and load their wallet with real euros.This post was originally published on this site
Crypto billionaires’ subsequent deaths spark wild theories among the community
Many blamed the deaths on billionaires’ past, while others suspected some form of foul play and even execution. This post was originally published on this site
Australia overtakes El Salvador to become 4th largest crypto ATM hub
El Salvador’s position as the fourth-largest crypto ATM hub was short-lived as Australia stepped up its game over the following months.This post was originally published on this site
Argentine Senate Mulls Crypto Advertisement Regulation
The Argentine senate is discussing a preliminary project that would regulate the way in which individuals and organizations promote crypto. The objective of the project, which is still under discussion, would be to educate consumers on the dangers of investing in crypto and also to protect them from investing in crypto Ponzi schemes. Argentine Senate […]
Spain Will Provide 8 Million Euros in Grants to Develop Video Game and Metaverse Experiences
The Ministry of Culture and Sports of Spain has decided to direct 8 million euros ($8.5 million) toward the development of video games and narrative metaverse experiences. The program, part of the Spanish “Recovery, Transformation, and Resilience Plan” will give grants directed to incubate projects in these areas in 2023. Spain Directs 8 Million Euros […]
European Union to Put a 10,000-Euro Limit on Cash Payments; Transactions Over €1,000 in Crypto Will Be Scrutinized
The states of the European Union have convened to establish a new limit on cash purchases and to strengthen the controls on cryptocurrency transactions. On Nov. 6 the bloc agreed to put a limit of €10,000 ($10,557) on cash payments and to exert stronger oversight on crypto transactions of over 1,000 euros ($1,055). European Union […]
Bank of Spain to Launch Experimental Wholesale CBDC Digital Token Program
The Bank of Spain is seeking the collaboration of organizations interested in participating in an experimental test on a wholesale central bank digital currency (CBDC). The institution clarified this new program has no relation with the current investigation on a possible digital euro, and has the objective of examining the real possibilities and advantages of […]
Spanish Soccer League Laliga Will Certify Goal Scoring Balls Using Blockchain Tech
Laliga, the premier Spanish soccer league, has announced the implementation of a new system that will use blockchain for tracking soccer balls that were used to score a goal. The system, which will be provided by Gol-Ball, a third-party company, will certify these balls to allow users to purchase them through official markets or raffles. […]