EU needs a permanent CBDC — Deutsche Börse CEO
Source: Coin Tegraph Deutsche Börse CEO Stephan Leithner calls for a permanent digital euro, citing its role in financial stability, efficiency and EU autonomy. Read Full Article
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Defence stocks lift FTSE 100, Assura jumps
Source: Live Mint (For a Reuters live blog on U.S., UK and European stock markets, click or type LIVE/ in a news window) FTSE 100 up 0.2%, FTSE 250 up 0.2% Assura rejects $2 billion proposal, shares climb Defence stocks jump on pressure to boost military spending Feb 17 (Reuters) – Britain’s benchmark index edged…
Income Tax: You can continue to avail THESE deductions in the new tax regime | Mint
Source: Live Mint With the new tax regime becoming increasingly prevalent and more common, taxpayers stand to lose their eligibility to claim most of the exemption and deductions offered under various provisions such as sections 80C, 80D, 80DD and 80G under the old tax regime. Nearly 73 percent of taxpayers have already opted for the new…
Saudi crown prince impersonators launch fake Saudi Arabia memecoin
Source: Coin Tegraph Scammers impersonating Saudi Arabia’s crown prince launched a fake KSA memecoin, exploiting investor enthusiasm for celebrity-backed tokens. Officials have confirmed the account was hacked. Read Full Article
Top Gainers and Losers today on 17 February, 2025: Adani Enterprises, Bajaj Finserv, Mahindra & Mahindra, Bharti Airtel among most active stocks; Check full list here | Stock Market News
Source: Live Mint Top Gainers and Losers Today : **Top Gainers And Losers Today:** The Nifty Index concluded the trading session at 22,929.25, reflecting an increase of 0.13%. Throughout the day, the index reached a high of 22,974.2 and a low of 22,725.45. The Sensex traded within a range of 76,041.96 and 75,294.76, ultimately closing…
XRP Is A ‘Centrally Controlled Security,’ Says Angel Investor
Source: Bitcoinist In a striking set of comments posted on X, angel investor Jason McCabe Calacanis—best known for backing over 300 startups including Uber and Robinhood—characterized XRP as “a centrally controlled security,” igniting a swift and pointed response from the cryptocurrency’s community of supporters. Calacanis, who is also the founder and CEO of LAUNCH (encompassing…
HSBC India TravelOne Credit Card: From eligibility to rewards; all you need to know | Mint
Source: Live Mint HSBC Bank has joined the party very late in comparison with HDFC, Axis and American Express Bank. Now, they’re trying to get a suite of the best credit cards. HSBC Bank has recently launched HSBC India TravelOne Credit Card, making it a travel-focused card. So, let’s discuss more about this card. Eligibility…
Libra founder: Memecoin critics only ‘bitch’ when left out of insider deals
Source: Coin Tegraph Libra token founder Hayden Davis claims memecoin critics are just upset they missed insider deals, defending the controversial practice in a Coffeezilla interview. Read Full Article
Esports World Cup Foundation teams with Tencent on esports
Source: Venture Beat The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) today announced a partnership with Tencent, making Tencent E-sports its strategic partner in China. Read Full Article
Crypto Riches Under Fire—Pantera Capital Founder Probed Over $850M Gains
Source: Bitcoinist Dan Morehead, the founder of Pantera Capital, is the focus of US tax officials. The Senate Finance Committee is probing whether the cryptocurrency pioneer improperly claimed tax exemptions on a staggering $850 million in profits after relocating to Puerto Rico. This investigation shows that the government is paying a lot more attention to…