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With Russia and Ukraine taking up all the spots in the news, many are wondering what will happen with bitcoin and the world of crypto. Several altcoins and digital currencies have dropped once again now that the fighting between the two countries has allegedly intensified, and many are wondering if the world’s number one digital currency can be used as a form of financial protection. Bill Miller – a legendary investor – is still very bullish on BTC despite its recent...

The European Union made it clear that cryptocurrencies, which fall into the category “transferable assets,” are included in the financial sanctions imposed on Russia for its invasion of Ukraine. Additionally, the EU implemented similar penalties on Belarus for assisting the Russian war-like regime. The Bloc Extends Its Sanctions Similar to the USA, the European Union vowed not to deploy military troops to Ukraine and, as of the moment, stands away from a direct conflict with...

Members of Congress like Senator Elizabeth Warren – a democrat of Massachusetts – have written a letter to Janet Yellen, the Treasury Secretary under Biden, to ensure that crypto exchanges are working with the U.S. government to ensure that sanctions imposed on Russia are being fully complied with. Elizabeth Warren Is Worried Crypto Can Help Russia Elizabeth Warren – along with Senators Sherrod Brown, Mark Warner, and Jack Reed – want to make sure that crypto exchanges...

With the recent invasion of Ukraine by Russia, many have stated that the imposing nation is going to look to bitcoin and assorted cryptocurrencies to avoid or get around sanctions enforced by the United States and its allies. In response to this, the U.S. is now creating a special task force to prevent that from happening. Can Russia Use Crypto? Roughly two weeks ago, the world watched in shock and horror as Russia invaded its neighbor Ukraine. Thus far, several civilian...

The US government and EU authorities said over the weekend that they are considering banning Russian oil imports. Shortly after, the ruble dumped by another 10%, while oil prices skyrocketed during early Monday trading hours. Ruble Dumps, Oil Soars Following President Putin’s “special military operation” against Ukraine, which became an all-out war between the two former Soviet states, the EU and the US began imposing sanctions against Russia instead of getting directly...

Binance has just donated to help the children of Ukraine in their country’s ongoing war against Russia, joining a growing wave of individuals within the crypto ecosystem who are giving money and taking a stand for the country’s struggle. Binance Charity, the non-profit charitable arm of Binance, announced a $2.5 million cryptocurrency donation to UNICEF. The goal is to help cover the organization’s expenses as it supports Ukrainian children and families who have been affected...

Visa and Mastercard joined the growing list of western financial companies that announced plans to withdraw from Russia. Looking for alternatives, the nation’s central bank said it has turned to China’s UnionPay system. President Vladimir Putin launched a “special military operation” against Ukraine less than two weeks ago, which still continues until this day with no real endgame in sight for either side. NATO and the EU decided not to escalate the conflict by getting...

Over the last few weeks, Live Bitcoin News has been carefully and closely monitoring Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. We have reported the high number of bitcoin and crypto donations the country has received, which are now allegedly being used to support Ukraine’s military and give people the supplies they need to fight back. Ukraine Keeps Getting Digital Money Not long ago, Ukraine was reported to have earned as much as $12 million in crypto donations. Now, it appears the...

Mark Mobius, a veteran investor, claimed in a recent interview that traders can thank Russia for the sudden bitcoin price booms they’ve been witnessing. Mark Mobius On Russia and Bitcoin Mobius explained that several Russians are more than likely trading cryptocurrency at this stage. With the fear of war spreading throughout the land, it looks like several individuals have turned to bitcoin to satisfy their financial needs. Newfound sanctions brought on by the United...

The typically neutral country has joined the EU and the US in imposing financial sanctions against Russians following the war started by President Putin. Moreover, the nation’s authorities have also gone after their cryptocurrency holdings within Switzerland’s borders. Ever since Putin launched its “special military operation” against Ukraine, which turned out to be an all-out war, NATO and the EU have taken severe measures to restrict the country and its wealthiest...