Fatal Shooting Erupts in Parliament Over Crypto Mining Ban Amid Energy Crisis
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A deadly confrontation in Abkhazia's parliament left one lawmaker dead and two injured during heated debates over cryptocurrency mining restrictions. The incident underscores rising tensions as the region battles severe power shortages and economic challenges.
Former Chinese CBDC Chief Ousted from Communist Party Amid Massive Corruption Scandal
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Yao Qian, who pioneered China's digital yuan research, has been expelled from the Communist Party following allegations of extensive bribery involving cryptocurrency and other assets. Despite the scandal, China's CBDC program continues to thrive, processing nearly $1 trillion in transactions through June 2024.