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New bank based on blockchain and cryptos on its way

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It's called Maven Mutual. It's built around the blockchain and cryptocurrencies and will overturn our understanding of banking altogether, says founder Sonny Fisher. Also, what role will central bank digital currencies (or CBDCs) play in the very near future?

13 Dec 2020 English South Africa Tech News · Investing

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