Archive: facebook crypto
Why Facebook’s Crypto Won’t Save the Unbanked
By Andy Gordon on July 3, 2019
Facebook wants its Libra currency to help the unbanked. But it could end up causing more harm than good.
Why Facebook Recruited Plenty of Friends to Govern Libra
By Vin Narayanan on June 24, 2019
When Facebook announced its Libra cryptocurrency, everyone started to freak out about Facebook taking over the world. In reality, it’s getting help from some friends.
The Category 5 Freak-Out Over Libra, Facebook’s Digital Currency
By Vin Narayanan on June 22, 2019
Politicians and regulators are freaking out over Facebook’s new Libra currency. Here’s what’s going on.
Facebook’s Libra Crypto Is Putting Banks on Notice
By Adam Sharp on June 21, 2019
Libra is a threat to banks. But it actually boosts the outlook for bitcoin.
Crypto Monitor: How to Manage Your Crypto Portfolio Without Binance
By Early Investing on June 21, 2019
The crypto markets are blossoming, Facebook is testing its new Libra cryptocurrency and Binance is shutting down in the U.S.
News Fix: Mississippians Move to Put Medical Marijuana on the 2020 Ballot
By Allison Brickell on June 15, 2019
This week, the News Fix dives into a group fighting for medical marijuana in Mississippi, Amazon actually failing at something and Binance cutting out U.S. users.
Facebook’s Coin Will Repackage the Status Quo
By Andy Gordon on May 8, 2019
Facebook is already being hailed as revolutionary for looking to create its own digital coin. But it hardly fits that description.