CBDCs' threat to freedom put under the microscope at Oslo conference
Attendees of the 2024 Oslo Freedom Forum were united in addressing the threat that central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) pose to freedom around the globe.
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Compound unanimously passes proposal to repair bug
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Texas alleges that BlockFi is offering unregistered securities
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Capture the industry? Token IPOs aim for $200T global capital market
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