China
Biden Bans American Investment in 59 Chinese Firms
U.S. President Joe Biden signed an executive order today banning Americans from investing in 59 Chinese firms with ties to the military. Bitcoin mining engineer Brandon Arvanaghi shares his view on how the rising economic tensions between the two countries could impact bitcoin innovation.
Governments Meet Crypto Industry; Hope for Bitcoin Miners in Sichuan
Governments throughout Asia are meeting with the crypto industry to discuss how to regulate the booming industry. Chinese local media reports the authorities in Sichuan may take a more lenient approach to bitcoin mining despite Beijing’s mining clampdown. Also, BC Group’s OSL announces tie-up with SC Ventures. More on that story and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
SpaceChain Shoots Blockchain to Space; Cardano’s Bridge to China
Singapore startup SpaceChain will send its blockchain tech to the International Space Station aboard Falcon 9. Cardano announces its first cross-chain bridge with China’s Nervos Network. Indian cryptocurrency exchange WazirX and Korbit in South Korea launch, their nation's first NFT platforms. We’ll have more on that story – and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world – in this episode of The Daily Forkast, June 2.
China Will Now Allow Couples to Have 3 Children After 2 Child Policy Fails to Stem Declining Birthrates
In a major policy shift, China says married couples may have three children, up from two, to rejuvenate its aging population and boost its economy. “The Hash” team examines China’s child policy issues and its impact on global inflation and the crypto markets.
BTC China Co-founder Bobby Lee on China Crypto News, Impact of Three-Child Policy
Ballet CEO and former BTCC founder Bobby Lee discusses the state of crypto affairs in China and responds to the country’s newly issued three-child policy in an effort to maintain economic growth. Plus, his thoughts on Mt. Got victims beginning voting on reimbursement proposals and on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs).
China to Hold Beijing Lottery for CBDC Trial
The lottery will award 200,000 winners about $31 in digital yuan.
Chinese Brokerages Look Overseas to Offer Crypto Trading: Report
Brokerage platforms Tiger Brokers and Futu said they will offer crypto trading specifically to customers outside mainland China.
Chinese Traders Use OTC Desks to Bypass Regulatory Hurdles: Report
Over-the-counter activity has picked up since the Communist Party reiterated its ban on crypto services on May 18.
Ex-Head of China's Digital Yuan Effort Says CBDCs Could Operate on Ethereum
Central bank digital currencies will one day be more "smart," and not merely digital versions of cash, Yao Qian said.
