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Binance & Mastercard to launch prepaid crypto card in Brazil

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1 year ago

January 31, 2023

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Binance has launched a prepaid crypto card in Brazil in partnership with Mastercard

The card will be available to all Binance users in Brazil with a valid national ID, and allow them to make payments and pay bills with 13 cryptocurrencies.

The product is now in a soft-launch phase and “will be widely available in the coming weeks”.

Brazilian consumers are popular crypto users, as nearly half have made made at least one crypto transaction in the past year.

This isn’t the only South American nation to have the partnership between the two financial giants, as Argentina also has a similar offering.

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Why the meme-stock frenzy is unlikely to repeat

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1 day ago

May 14, 2024

Nathan Langridge

GME shares surge 74%, but experts stress a meme-stock frenzy resurgence is unlikely due to fundamental differences in the company’s financial situation.

Australia’s budget unveils a second consecutive surplus of A$9.3 billion, prioritising the critical minerals industry and green energy initiatives to reduce reliance on Chinese supply.

Also, GameStop shares have surged 74%, but experts caution against expecting a repeat of the 2021 meme-stock frenzy. #featured #trending

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Why are airlines after the Biden Administration?

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2 days ago

May 14, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Major airlines are taking legal action against the Biden administration over a newly implemented rule requiring them to disclose fees upfront.

On this episode of Hot Shots – Major airlines are suing the Biden Administration, AI-piloted fighter jets, SpaceX faces funding challenges, and Apple receives crushing feedback.

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Veronica Dudo discuss. #featured #trending

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The mounting pressure on Government spends

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2 days ago

May 13, 2024

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Questions abound regarding the factors fueling this inflation surge in Australia and whether it correlates with the escalating government expenditures.

Concerns extend to how Chalmers navigates the mounting pressure amid discrepancies in spending allocations.

Moreover, as Australians grapple with the reality of rising living costs, the feasibility of cutting spending becomes a pressing issue. Additionally, amidst economic uncertainties, individuals seek guidance on managing stock market risks effectively. #Featured #Trending