ECB president’s anti-crypto comments trigger community responses
In a Dutch talk show, the ECB president said that crypto is "worth nothing" as there's no underlying asset that backs the currencies. From expressing disappointment to criticizing the euro, the community fired back at European Central Bank (ECB) president Christine Lagarde for her recent anti-crypto remarks. As crypto markets show signs of being stagnant, Lagarde reminded the world about her stance on cryptocurrencies. According to the ECB president, cryptos are “worth nothing” because the assets are “based on nothing.” Additionally, Lagarde expressed her concerns over those that invest in....
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