Privacy Concerns Dominate CBDC Discussion at Consensus 2023
Some Consensus 2023 participants argue that the economic benefits of CBDCs are not worth the threats to privacy in an excerpt from CoinDesk’s first-ever Consensus @ Consensus Report.
Introducing CoinDesk’s First-Ever ‘Consensus @ Consensus’ Report
Based on intimate, curated group discussions that took place at Consensus 2023, it covers a wide range of pressing issues for the digital assets industry.
El Salvador’s Volcano Energy Secures $1B in Commitments for 241 MW Bitcoin Mine
The 241 MW site will be powered by wind and solar energy.
Binance Executive Controlled Bank Accounts Belonging to U.S. Wing in 2019-20: Reuters
Binance.US has always claimed to be independent from Binance, a stance that may come under scrutiny following this news.
New Stablecoin Issuer Raft Is Eschewing Fiat for Its Financial Backing
Its R stablecoin is collateralized by one crypto asset: liquid staking leader Lido’s staked ether (stETH).
3 Reasons Why Beauty on the Blockchain Makes Sense
Through new forms of digital artistry and cutting-edge technological innovation, today’s leading beauty companies hope to reach Web3-native consumers, create meaningful experiences and perhaps even clean up their supply chain.
First Mover Americas: Is Bitcoin Heading Below $26K?
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 5, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.