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Глава Центрального банка России (Bank of Russia) Эльвира Набиуллина заявила, что цифровой рубль был запущен по всей стране, за последние 10 дней было открыто почти 87 тысяч новых счетов, а связанных с ними транзакций было более 50 тысяч. Она отметила, что у некоторых банков возникли технические проблемы при открытии счетов и выполнении отдельных транзакций, однако соответствующие банки уже завершили обработку, и не было зафиксировано массовых сбоев или большого количества жалоб.Центральный банк России сокращает количество шагов, необходимых для открытия счетов и проведения транзакций, при этом поддерживая уровень безопасности. Цифровой рубль был полностью внедрен после реального тестирования с пользователями, начавшегося в 2023 году, и пользователи могут самостоятельно выбирать, использовать его или нет. 12 крупных банков России и розничные продавцы с годовым доходом более 120 миллионов рублей (около 1,42 миллиона долларов) обязаны принимать платежи в цифровом рубле, а больше компаний будет постепенно включено до 2028 года.

According to Bitcoin.com, the Venezuelan government has reiterated a nationwide ban on cryptocurrency mining to address the current energy crisis.The country's national power system peak demand reached 15,579 megawatts, a new high in nine years, with officials attributing this electricity peak to a persistent heatwave and national economic growth. The statement emphasized that "digital mining is absolutely prohibited nationwide," and violators will face legal sanctions. Authorities have developed a supervision plan to enforce this ban.

According to official news, Gate launched a nationwide earning campaign from March 24, 12:00 to March 31, 12:00 (UTC+8), with a total prize pool of 500,000 USDT. During the event, users can enter the "Earn Coins Together" page to open exclusive red envelopes and share invitation links to invite friends to participate. After friends register and complete identity verification and designated deposit and trading tasks, both parties can receive cash red envelope rewards, with a maximum of 50 USDT available per transaction. The more friends you invite, the more red envelopes you can earn, making it easy to earn rewards together with friends.

According to data from the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis for February, job vacancies in the U.S. financial and insurance sector fell to a 13-year low of 134,000 by the end of 2025, a 75% drop from the peak in 2022, and even lower than the bottom during the 2001 recession. Market commentary agency The Kobeissi Letter warned that the industry may be preparing for more layoffs.Meanwhile, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported an unexpected decrease of 92,000 jobs in February, but the financial activities sector saw a net increase of 10,000 positions, becoming one of the few bright spots. The information sector, transportation and warehousing, and the federal government each saw a reduction of about 11,000 to 10,000 jobs.Analysts stated that a weakening job market could increase the probability of the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates, potentially benefiting the cryptocurrency market, but the market's fragility may also trigger investors to shift to risk-averse strategies.

According to a report by the BBC, a kidnapping case in Tucson, Arizona, has drawn national attention. Nancy Guthrie, the mother of well-known morning show host Savannah Guthrie, went missing from her home in the early hours of February 1, and police believe she was forcibly taken. Once the case was made public, it quickly became a focal point of public opinion, with numerous media outlets and online amateur detectives flocking to the area, making Tucson a center of global attention.Police stated that the identity of the suspect has not yet been confirmed, and the investigation is still ongoing. Reports indicate that the kidnappers may have demanded a ransom in Bitcoin through anonymous means, showcasing a new characteristic of using cryptocurrency for extortion.A former FBI negotiator pointed out that although the suspect appeared at the door in surveillance footage wearing a mask, it is difficult for those involved to remain hidden under such intense scrutiny and ongoing exposure.The White House has stated that the FBI will dedicate all resources to assist in the investigation. As the case continues to develop, the local community has hung yellow ribbons and posted missing person flyers, with various sectors of society calling on the public to provide leads.

Due to the spread of protests within Iran and the rial's exchange rate falling to a historic low, the Iranian government has implemented a nationwide internet shutdown today, affecting approximately 7 million cryptocurrency users' ability to trade.Data from TRM Labs shows that from January to July 2025, the total cryptocurrency flow within Iran was about $3.7 billion. In the current shutdown environment, Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley suggests using Bitcoin as a means of wealth storage. Currently feasible offline trading solutions include: Starlink satellite internet has been activated within the country, providing high-speed connectivity; the Blockstream satellite network supports broadcasting Bitcoin data globally. Additionally, the decentralized communication service Bitchat, based on a Bluetooth mesh network, has been downloaded over 1.4 million times since its release, allowing for the transmission of transaction data between mobile phones. The Darkwire project, developed by Cyb3r17, creates a mesh network using long-range radio technology to transmit Bitcoin transactions in a no-internet environment. Machankura, developed by South African developer Kgothatso Ngako, allows users to send and receive Bitcoin via telecom networks instead of the internet. Ultimately, these offline solutions still require connected devices to upload transactions for confirmation on the blockchain.

ChainCatcher News: The Japanese nationwide chain clothing brand Mac House has purchased its first batch of 17.51 BTC. The company described this purchase as a "proof of concept" and will evaluate whether to continue buying.Mac House's previously announced Bitcoin treasury strategy aims to acquire 1,000 BTC.

ChainCatcher news, Brazilian authorities are seeking a software solution to track the location and movements of various cryptocurrency projects across the country. The aim of this proposal is to enhance the government's ability to combat cryptocurrency-related crimes.The Brazilian Ministry of Justice and Public Security has issued a contract notice seeking a solution to better discover and track multiple cryptocurrency projects and their movements over the next 36 months. The notice states that its goal is "to sign a software contract based on blockchain technology for locating, tracking, and analyzing cryptocurrency asset transactions to meet the needs of the National Secretariat of Public Security and other participating agencies." The public contract will begin accepting proposals on July 4th next year and explicitly states that these solutions will be promoted in specific cities in Brazil, including 15 of the capitals of the 27 states.

ChainCatcher news, according to Decrypt, President Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday to launch a national AI education initiative aimed at preparing American students for careers in the field of artificial intelligence.The order will establish a White House AI Education Working Group led by the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, with members including the Secretaries of Energy, Agriculture, Education, and Labor, as well as AI and cryptocurrency special advisor David Sacks.

ChainCatcher news, according to Bitcoin.com News, Russian State Duma Deputy Chairman Artem Kiryanov stated that the digital ruble will serve as a potential tool to counter sanctions. He emphasized that the digital ruble has a dual role in enhancing the transparency of public spending and facilitating international transactions.Kiryanov mentioned that the digital ruble will ensure 100% transparency in national and municipal procurement, strengthen financial discipline, and reduce the misuse of funds. Additionally, the digital ruble is expected to help entrepreneurs facing Western sanctions achieve smoother cross-border transactions.According to Russian President Putin, the digital ruble is planned to be launched nationwide in July this year.

ChainCatcher news, a Fox News poll shows that former President Trump is leading Vice President Harris nationwide by 50% to 48%.

ChainCatcher news, a poll from Emerson College shows that former President Trump is leading current President Biden in seven swing states. The survey also found that nationwide, 46% of registered voters support Trump, 42% support Biden, and 12% are undecided. Emerson College stated that when third-party candidates are included, Trump either maintains or expands his lead in six out of seven swing states and nationwide. This poll was conducted from July 15-16, with a margin of error of ±3% for both national and state polls.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, the Nigerian government has announced a plan through the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) to establish research centers in six geopolitical regions of the country, focusing on key areas including the Internet of Things, blockchain technology, drones (UAV), additive manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and robotics.In addition to funding research, NITDA also aims to support Nigerian startups in developing products using these emerging technologies. The agency plans to create innovation sandboxes to help startups develop use cases, build businesses, and bring products to market.

ChainCatcher news, according to Bloomberg, HSBC and Nationwide Building Society have tightened restrictions on retail customers' access to crypto assets last week, becoming the latest UK banks to implement restrictions following industry scandals and regulatory warnings.Nationwide Building Society informed customers that its daily limit for debit card purchases of crypto assets is £5,000, and credit cards can no longer be used to purchase crypto assets. HSBC stated that it has prohibited customers from purchasing cryptocurrencies with credit cards since last month. Both mentioned the warning issued by the UK's Financial Conduct Authority, which has classified cryptocurrencies as high-risk for years. (Source link)

ChainCatcher news, according to Coindesk, informed sources say that India aims to launch its central bank digital currency nationwide by the end of 2023.It is reported that India launched two CBDC pilots last year. The first is CBDC-W, which started on November 1, involving 9 banks. The second is CBDC-R, which launched on December 1 in four cities: Mumbai, New Delhi, Bangalore, and Bhubaneswar. CBDC-R is applicable to the private sector and Indian citizens, while CBDC-W is limited to financial institutions and aims to enhance the efficiency of interbank payments.Additionally, according to the Atlantic Council's Central Bank Digital Currency Tracker, 105 countries representing over 95% of global GDP are exploring CBDCs. (source link)