The word metaverse, a combination of the prefix ''meta'' meaning beyond, and ''stem'' meaning the universe is used to describe a virtual space within a digital environment.

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Bitcoin is no exception and following the plunge on Wall Street yesterday, World's largest cryptocurrency Bitcoin has also fallen to its lowest level since July of 2021.

Bitcoin: World's largest cryptocurrency drops as Wall Street shares tumble

We all agree that regulation of the cryptocurrency industry is needed. However, Gucci is trying to woo the crypto crowd, the brand announced that it will accept cryptocurrency payments in some US stores at the end of this month.

The Good Life: Gucci to accept payments in Cryptocurrency

The Cuban government in an official directive asked those who wished to use cryptocurrencies to get a license as it approved cryptocurrency-related services. The government had made the use of cryptocurrencies for personal use legal in the country last year.

Cuba approves cryptocurrency services

The Cuban central bank has issued regulations for virtual asset service providers after giving a nod last year to personal use of cryptocurrencies. It's a move some experts said could help Communist-run Caribbean island skirt stiff US sanctions.

A former researcher at a high-profile cryptocurrency group was sentenced to five years and three months in prison on Tuesday for conspiring to help North Korea evade US sanctions using cryptocurrency, federal prosecutors in Manhattan said.

US crypto researcher sentenced to five years for helping North Korea evade sanctions

Bitcoin has dropped 5.3 percent to $39,881. The world's biggest and best-known cryptocurrency is down 7.3 percent from the year's high of $48,234 on March 28. The price was also down as investors assessed the risks from rising rates and the potential for more tightening by Federal Reserve

Bitcoin falls 5.3 percent to $39,881, Crypto below $40,000 first time in a month

Britain pledged on Monday to make the country a crypto-asset hub, paving the path for stablecoin, backed by national currencies, to become a widely accepted payment method.

United Kingdom wants to be a crypto-assets hub; to mint its own NFT

It can not be denied that Bitcoin singlehandedly popularised the concept of cryptocurrency and huge rise in its prize since its inception means that Bitcoin mining is now a widespread endevour.

Campaign pushes for change in Bitcoin mining method to save environment

Young Afghans are using cryptocurrencies to circumvent western sanctions on the Taliban regime. Why is crypto exempt from sanctions? How are Afghan youth harnessing its power? Mariam Wardak tells you.

South Asia Diary: Afghans use cryptocurrency to sidestep sanctions

Tens of thousands of people are being targeted by cryptocurrency scammers that have a new target, which is dating apps. WION tells you more in this report.

Crypto Romance Scams: Don't fall for dating app swindlers

Tens of thousands of people are being targeted by cryptocurrency scammers that have a new target, which is dating apps. Cons dubbed "romance scams" are skyrocketing during the Covid pandemic when lockdowns sent people flocking to the internet seeking a salve for isolation.

The price of love: Cryptocurrency scammers target dating apps

As revealed in the Union Budget, profits from trading in crypto and other virtual assets such as non-fungible tokens (NFTs) will be taxed at a flat 30% rate beginning in April.

India: 30% tax on profits from cryptocurrency assets from April 1

Ukraine has launched a collection of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) called 'Meta History: Museum of War' in an expansion of a cryptocurrency fundraising push. The collection is a series of digital images, including silhouettes of warplanes, screengrabs of news reports, and a cartoon-style image of an explosion, each one marking a different day in the conflict.

'Meta History: Museum of War': Ukraine launches NFT in crypto crowdfunding push

President Joe Biden on Wednesday ordered government agencies to begin work on creating a digital US dollar, weighing the risks and benefits of a move that could be a game-changer for the global financial system.

US President Joe Biden orders work to begin on future 'digital dollar'

The winner of Melania Trump's non-fungible token (NFT) auction is reportedly none other than the former United States first lady herself. Joining a growing list of celebrities offering digital memorabilia, Trump had launched her NFT and blockchain technology venture last year in December.

The winning bid for Melania Trump's NFT was placed by Melania Trump: Report

The deputy governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has equated cryptocurrencies with Ponzi schemes. In a speech, T Rabi Shankar, the Deputy Governor even opined that 'banning' cryptocurrencies was the most sensible option for India.

Reserve Bank of India deputy governor equates crypto with Ponzi schemes

India's finance minister, Nirmala Sitharaman said on Friday that the government has the sovereign right to tax profit made from cryptocurrency transactions. She added that the decision on banning or not banning will be taken depending on feedback from consultations.

'Sovereign right' to tax: This is what Nirmala Sitharaman said about India's cryptocurrency tax in parliament

The US Justice Department announced on Tuesday that it has uncovered its largest cryptocurrency theft to date, seizing $3.6 billion in bitcoin tied to digital currency exchange Bitfinex's 2016 hack.

$4.5 billion in bitcoin: US uncovers biggest-ever cryptocurrency theft

Reports in local Russian media said on Wednesday that Russia may become latest country to recognise and regulate cryptocurrency. “The government and the Bank of Russia have agreed on a future regime for the circulation of cryptocurrencies in Russia.

Russia may recognise cryptocurrency, likely to pass a law: Report

A new report has claimed that Russia can earn $13 billion annually by regulating cryptocurrency. Published by Moscow-based news outlet 'The Bell,' the report suggests that taxes should imposed on exchanges and intermediaries, as well as income from investments.

How Russia can earn $13 billion annually by regulating cryptocurrency?

India's finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman explains why the government announced a 30% tax on cryptocurrencies in Budget 2022, in an exclusive interview with WION's Editor-in-chief Sudhir Chaudhary.

Exclusive: A currency gets the intrinsic value only when the govt issues it, says Nirmala Sitharaman

Andrew Forrest, Australian billionaire and iron ore magnate has said that he is filing criminal suit against Facebook. He is alleging that Meta's platform breached anti-money laundering laws and was being used to scam Austrlians.

Australia's richest man sues Facebook over use of his image in scam ads

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