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Peter Schiff argues that tokenized gold can fulfill the roles of a medium of exchange, unit of account and store of value—functions he claims bitcoin fails to deliver. The Safe Haven Debate Reignites Amid Market Volatility Outspoken bitcoin critic and gold advocate Peter Schiff has reiterated his belief that gold—not cryptocurrency—is the only asset that makes sense to put on a blockchain. In a recent interview, Schiff argued that tokenized gold can serve as a medium of exchange, a unit of account, and a store of value—functions he claims bitcoin ( BTC) promises but fails to deliver. His comments came…
After Tuesday’s strong comeback, both bitcoin and ether ETFs stumbled again on Wednesday, Oct. 22. Investors pulled $101 million from bitcoin ETFs and nearly $19 million from ether funds, signaling a cautious mood in crypto markets. Bitcoin ETFs Slip With $101 Million Outflow; Ether Follows With $19 Million Exit Just a day after roaring back into inflow territory, crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) stumbled again midweek. The optimism that pushed billions into bitcoin and ether ETFs on Tuesday faded fast, replaced by a wave of cautious withdrawals. Bitcoin ETFs saw a net outflow of $101.29 million, a stark reversal from the…
On Oct. 23, BNB saw a nearly 6% price surge after U.S. President Donald Trump pardoned Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, raising its market capitalization over $157 billion. The Pardon and CZ’s Reaction BNB experienced a rapid price surge of nearly 6% on Oct. 23, immediately following the news that U.S. President Donald Trump had granted a pardon to Binance founder and former CEO, Changpeng Zhao (also known as CZ). Starting the day just above $1,060, BNB spiked to a high of $1,148 in approximately 30 minutes before stabilizing around $1,130. This surge propelled BNB’s market capitalization to over $157 billion,…
Vice-President Jane Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed her belief that women’s empowerment is central to national progress, emphasizing that supporting women yields benefits that ripple through families, communities, and the entire country. Speaking to Ghanaian students and professionals during her engagement with the Ghanaian Association in Iowa, the Vice-President said, “When women are supported, the positive impact extends to families, communities, and the entire nation.” She urged Ghanaian students abroad to recognize the value of their education and to find ways to contribute to the country’s growth. “I encouraged them to give back to their country in whatever way possible,” she said.…
Vice-President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has called on Ghanaian students studying abroad to remain connected to their roots and contribute to the nation’s progress. Addressing members of the Ghanaian Association in Iowa at Drake University, the Vice-President encouraged students to “appreciate the solid foundation provided by Ghana’s educational system,” describing it as one that continues to prepare young people for global excellence. Joined by the Minister for Food and Agriculture, Hon. Eric Opoku, and Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, H.E. Victor Smith, she met with Ghanaians from Iowa and neighboring states, using the platform to discuss the government’s vision…
Ghana’s Former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings has reportedly passed away. She is said to have died on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at the Ridge Hospital in Accra. She was 76 years old. Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings was the wife of the later former President Jerry John Rawlings while he served as President of Ghana. Details surrounding her death are yet to be disclosed as the family is yet to issue an official statement. She served as Ghana’s First Lady from June 4, 1979, to September 24, 1979, under the Armed Forces Revolutionary Council (AFRC), and again from December 31, 1981,…
The government has confirmed the passing of former First Lady and Founder of the 31st December Women’s Movement, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings. A statement issued by the Presidency and signed by the Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, said Mrs Rawlings died on Thursday morning, October 23, 2025, after a short illness. “The Government announces with deep regret and profound sorrow, the untimely passing of former First Lady and Founder of the 31st December Women’s Movement, Her Excellency Mrs. Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings. Mrs. Rawlings passed this morning after a short illness,” the statement read. The government expressed its condolences to…
The immediate family of Ghana’s former First Lady has informed the President John Mahama about the death of Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings. Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at the Ridge hospital in Accra. Shortly after news of her death, he immediate family comprising her first child, Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, her son, Kimathi Rawlings, former National Security Coordinator, Larry Gbevlo Lartey and close relatives paid a visit to the Presidency to notify President Mahama and the Chief of Staff about the death of the former First Lady. She is said to have died on Thursday, October 23,…
Nana Konadu Agyemang-Rawlings is a two-time presidential candidate for NDP The Majority Caucus in Parliament has expressed profound shock and sorrow over the sudden passing of former First Lady, Her Excellency Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, wife of the late former President, Flt Lt. Jerry John Rawlings, and mother of Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, Member of Parliament for Klottey-Korle. In a statement signed by the Majority Leader and Leader of Government Business, Dr Mahama Ayariga, the Caucus described the news of her death as “deeply saddening” and “a great loss to the nation.” The statement noted that the former First Lady reportedly passed…
Reigning Ghana Premier League champions Bibiani Gold Stars are set to host Berekum Chelsea in their outstanding clash at the Dun’s Park today, October 23, 2025. The Miners returned to winning ways with an emphatic 3-1 win over in-form Heart of Lions on Monday and will hope to continue that streak against Samuel Boadu’s side today. That win eased the pressure on interim boss Nana Yaw Amankwah after suffering back-to-back domestic defeats to Asante Kotoko and Vision FC. Those two losses came after the team exited the CAF Champions League preliminary round with a heavy loss to JS Kabylie. Meanwhile,…