Shopify Joins Libra While Quitter Vodafone Advertises Bitcoin on Facebook

Facebook’s coin project, Libra, continues to draw attention despite setbacks, including a shrinking pool of backers and a growing number of worried regulators. But now with JP Morgan seeing potential for the social network’s cryptocurrency and e-commerce giant Shopify joining the Libra Association, its chances might have improved. Although, assuring governments that Libra won’t undermine their monetary authority and convincing users of its utility remain key challenges.

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Vodafone Posts Facebook Ad With Bitcoin in Germany

Libra’s long list of supporters has shortened in the past few months with major players such as Visa, Mastercard, Ebay, and Paypal leaving the Libra Association after it became clear that the project is facing major regulatory hurdles. Online payment processor Stripe, travel website Booking Holdings and the South American…