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Tether Gold (XAUT) Self Reported Market Capitalization Hits $246.79 Million
watchlistnews123d ago

Tether Gold (XAUT) Self Reported Market Capitalization Hits $246.79 Million

Tether Gold (XAUT) traded up 1.7% against the US dollar during the 24 hour period ending at 7:00 AM ET on February 21st. One Tether Gold token can now be purchased for $5,093.78 or 0.07482009 BTC on major exchanges. During the last seven days, Tether Gold has traded up 2% against the US dollar. Tether [...]

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BoG advised Menzgold on its operational structure - NAM1 to court
ghanaweb123d ago

BoG advised Menzgold on its operational structure - NAM1 to court

The founder and former Chief Executive Officer of Menzgold Ghana Limited, Nana Appiah Mensah, popularly known as NAM1, has told the High Court that the Bank of Ghana played an advisory role in shaping the operational structure of his companies.

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India’s fastest metro to launch tomorrow in Meerut with 120 km/h top speed
kalingatv123d ago

India’s fastest metro to launch tomorrow in Meerut with 120 km/h top speed

Uttar Pradesh: The fastest metro system in India is set to be inaugurated on Sunday, February 22, 2026, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagging it off as a major transport rollout in Uttar Pradesh. Meerut Metro will be a 21km route between Meerut South and Modipuram with approximately 30 minutes travelling time with a maximum [...]The post India’s fastest metro to launch tomorrow in Meerut with 120 km/h top speed appeared first on KalingaTV.

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Love Complex Automata? Don’t Miss The Archer
hackaday123d ago

Love Complex Automata? Don’t Miss The Archer

[Oliver Pett] loves creating automata; pieces of art whose physicality and motion come together to deliver something unique. [Oliver] also has a mission, and that mission is to complete the ...read more

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XRP Tipped As Central Bank Bridge Asset — Bigger Than Bitcoin?
newsbtc123d ago

XRP Tipped As Central Bank Bridge Asset — Bigger Than Bitcoin?

A seasoned investor’s bold claim about XRP has reignited a common question in crypto markets: could a token built for fast settlement ever outgrow the original store-of-value? Related Reading: Bitcoin Market Bleeds $1 Trillion, Saylor Signals Strongest Crypto Conviction Yet According to posts on X by longtime Bitcoin backer Pumpius, if central banks adopt a single on-chain bridge, XRP could eclipse Bitcoin “by magnitude.” On-Chain Tension And Policy Moves Reports note recent market moves that have worried policy makers and traders. The trading desk at the Federal Reserve requested indicative dollar/yen quotes after a sharp move in the yen, a step that Treasury officials had asked for. That rare check underlines how currency volatility can push officials to consider new tools, and it has renewed talk about faster settlement rails. Every Central Bank will use XRP as the bridge asset. It’s now becoming a reality. When this happens, XRP will surpass Bitcoin by magnitude. Bookmark this. https://t.co/xyWxhVDCLx pic.twitter.com/kFTsXSw6Hn — Pumpius (@pumpius) February 19, 2026 Ripple’s Timeline And Institutional Talk Based on reports from company briefings and executive posts, Ripple’s leadership sees 2026 as the year when larger, regulated players might put real money onto the XRP Ledger. Ripple President Monica Long has sketched out scenarios where banks and asset managers run production systems tied to on-chain liquidity pools. Those views have been picked up across crypto news outlets and have added fuel to bullish narratives. How Would A Bridge Asset Work? Imagine dollar and euro liquidity on a ledger, available for near-instant swaps. In practice, permissioned pools and regulated stablecoins could provide the rails while an on-chain order book or matching engine handles the trades. Settlement times would be measured in seconds. Audit trails would be automatic. That said, large institutions put a premium on rules and oversight; any real rollout would be gradual and cautious. XRP Vs. BTC: The Size Of The Gap Numbers matter. Bitcoin’s market cap sits comfortably in the trillions, while XRP’s market value is under $100 billion dollars, depending on which tracker you consult. That gap is not small. For XRP to “flip” Bitcoin at present values would require trillions more in capital moving into the token — a shift that would likely need broad institutional flows and major regulatory clarity. Related Reading: Saylor Makes Bold $1M Bitcoin Call — “It’s Zero Or A Million” Geopolitics Adds Noise Geopolitical strain and trade frictions, amplified by speeches or decisions from leaders, can make markets jittery. US President Donald Trump has been named in debates over policy shifts and geopolitical risk, which in turn affect capital flows and safe-haven bids. When politics moves markets, technical fixes such as faster settlement can look more attractive on paper; adoption in practice is another matter. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView

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Central Bank: RD$2,000 banknotes will be in circulation starting February 24, 2026, year 2025
dominicantoday123d ago

Central Bank: RD$2,000 banknotes will be in circulation starting February 24, 2026, year 2025

The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic (BCRD) announced that starting Tuesday, February 24, 2026, the RD$2,000 banknotes dated 2025 will be in circulation. “These banknotes, whose manufacture was ordered through an international public tender in May 2025, contain the same security features as the RD$2,000.00 banknotes currently in circulation,” the Central Bank stated. In that regard, he noted that these banknotes will maintain their legal tender status for the payment of all public and private obligations. Specifications of RD$2,000 bills. This issuance is made pursuant to the provisions contained in Articles 228, 229, and 230 of the Constitution of the Dominican Republic and Article 25, paragraphs a) and c) of the Monetary and Financial Law No. 183-02. The Central Bank urges citizens to consult the information available on its [...]

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Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro Leaked: Here’s Exactly What Samsung’s New Buds Look Like
geeky_gadgets123d ago

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro Leaked: Here’s Exactly What Samsung’s New Buds Look Like

Samsung is preparing to unveil the highly anticipated Galaxy Buds 4 Pro alongside the Galaxy S26 at its Unpacked event on February 25, 2026. These next-generation earbuds are designed to deliver notable advancements in design, functionality, and durability. With a focus on improved ergonomics, superior sound quality, and extended battery life, the Galaxy Buds [...]The post Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro Leaked: Here’s Exactly What Samsung’s New Buds Look Like appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.

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