Currency

Blockchain

Kraken Launches Crypto’s Attempt at a Venmo-Killer

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Anyone who’s had to split a check with new hostel friends knows rivals Venmo and Zelle only support payments between US users.

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Economics

Dollar Takes a Bruising From Trump’s Jabs at Fed Chair

The US dollar hit a three year low against a basket of currencies Monday, highlighting investor concerns about US assets.

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Markets

The Carry Trade is Unwinding. How Much is Left to Go?

In a carry trade, you borrow money in a country with low interest rates and use it to buy a higher-interest-rate currency like the dollar.

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