The International Bank Note Society (IBNS) compiles a rating of banknotes with the most attractive design every year. Ten banknotes became winners last year. Among them, there is the collectable 100 ruble Russian banknote. Here we present the top 10 banknotes that were nominated Bank Note of Year award in 2018

Canada’s 10 dollar note

The Canadian 10 dollar note was recognized as Bank Note of Year by the IBNS. The note was issued on November 19, 2018. Businesswoman Viola Desmond, famous for fighting racial discrimination, is depicted on the one side of the banknote and there is the Museum of Human Rights in Winnipeg, Canada on the other side of the note.

Switzerland’s 200 franc note

The Swiss 200 franc note is the second on the list of the most attractive banknotes. It depicts a human hand with fingers pointing in the direction of the three spatial dimensions of the material world.

Norway's 500 Kroner Note

The honorable third place in the IBNS rating is occupied by the 500 kroner note from Norway. The salvage vessel of the famous Norwegian shipbuilder Colin Archer called RS 14 "Stavanger" is depicted on the banknote. Its colors are yellow and brown and its size is 70x147 mm. On the other side of the note, there is a silhouette of an oil platform.

Russia's 100 Rouble Note

Russia's 100 rouble note took the fourth place in the rating of the banknotes with the most attractive design. The note was released in 2018, the year when Russia hosted the FIFA World Cup. The note went into circulation on May 22, 2018. It is made of a polymer substrate. On the one side of the note, there is a boy with a soccer ball in hand and legendary goalkeeper Lev Yashin. On the other side, there is a soccer ball as a symbol of the globe with the outline of Russia on it and silhouettes of football fans.

Solomon Islands' 40 Dollar Note

The fifth in the IBNS rating is the 40 dollar banknote of the Solomon Islands. On the front side of the note, there is a map of the Solomon Islands and a person who blows into a seashell. On the back side, there are smiling children sitting in one canoe and a standing man with a paddle in another canoe. Nearby there is is a diver swimming with fish and a turtle.

Mexico's 500 Peso Note

Mexico's 500 Peso Note is the sixth in the rating of the most beautiful banknotes of the world. It was released on August 28, 2018. The Bank of Mexico states that these banknotes have additional protection, in particular, a color changing line, a watermark, an intaglio, and other distinctive features. The design of banknotes is based on the national history and heritage of the country. The front side of the note shows the period of Reform and Restoration as well as the portrait of President Benito Juarez (1806-1872). The value indicated in the upper right corner changes color from blue to green.

Mauritania's 50 ouguiya Note

Mauritania's 50 ouguiya note is on the seventh line in the IBNS rating. In January last year, the financial regulator of the country announced the release of a new series of banknotes. Five denominations were presented: 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1 thousand ouguiya. The colors of the new banknotes of Mauritania are pastel. The artists chose the traditional style of paper money without any redundant features. The nominal value of the banknotes, the country of issue and other details are given in both official languages: Arabic and French.

Bahamas' 20 Dollar Note

The eighth on the list of the most impressive banknotes is the Bahamian 20 dollar banknote. It was released on September 27, 2018. The new bill was released as part of the CRISP Evolution series. It has a vertical design. The main color of the banknote is magenta with shades of pink, green, orange, blue and yellow. On the front side of the note, there is Sidney Poitier, a famous American actor of the Bahamian origin. The banknotes also depict a map of the islands, the Paradise Island and the Coat of Arms of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas.

Armenia's 50,000 Dram Note

On the ninth line in the rating of banknotes with the most catchy design, there is the Armenian currency with a nominal value of 50 thousand drams. This large banknote depicts the statue of Saint Gregory the Illuminator. The priest holds a staff in his hand. The banknote has a watermark in the form of folded fingers.

Bolivia's 20 Bolivianos Note

Bolivia's 20 bolivianos note is the last on the list of the top 10 banknotes of the world according to the International Bank Note Society. This note was issued in Bolivia on July 3, 2018. The main color of this currency note is orange. The bill is made of 100% cotton and its size is 14x7 cm. Interestingly, all five new banknotes of the country are of this size.

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The National Bureau of Statistics of China (NBS) reported that the manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ activity index remained unchanged last month. The fact that the index stayed below 49.4 points in June is a worrisome signal for analysts. The PMI reading below 50 mark indicates contraction of the activity in the sector while the reading above this mark is a sign of expansion. China’s manufacturing PMI has been in the contraction zone for two months in a row.

According to Trading Economics, the consensus forecast suggested an increase in the PMI reading to 49.5 points in June, but the actual result came short of expectations. Last month, the index measuring business activity in large enterprises declined to 49.9 points from 50.3 points, PMI for middle-size companies advanced to 49.1 points from 48.8 points while the PMI reading for small businesses rose to 48.3 points from 47.8 points.

Further on, the sub-index of new orders slipped to 49.6 points in June from 49.8 points in May. At the same time, the employment index slid to 46.9 points from the previous level of 47 points. The gauge for export orders fell to 46.3 points from 46.5 points.

According to the National Bureau of Statistics, the construction and services PMI also inched down to 54.2 points in June from the previous reading of 54.3 points. The Caixin/Markit manufacturing PMI moved below 50 mark for the first time in the past four months. It came in at 49.4 points in June versus 50.2 points in May.

The manufacturing PMI is composed based on the survey of three thousand companies from 31 industrial sectors. Meanwhile, the services PMI is calculated on the basis of answers from four thousand companies from 37 sectors.

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According to analysts, the current rally of the number one cryptocurrency will be able to revive the market of digital assets. At the moment, Bitcoin is trading near $12,600, and it is not going to slow down. At the end of 2017, the digital currency reached its peak of $20,000. In this article, you can find out what six differences between the current Bitcoin rally and the previous one have been recorded by experts

Decreasing interest from investors
A key characteristic of the previous Bitcoin's rally was a high degree of interest from investors. This is not the case for the current rally. In November 2017, the relative index of the Bitcoin query was 36. In June 2019, it did not exceed 12 that is three times less than the previous value. This indicator is used to monitor interest in Bitcoin and determine the requirement volume for the number one digital currency.

Reducing number of queries in the network
The difference between the current rally and the events of 2017 in the cryptocurrency market can be clearly seen from the search query “how to buy bitcoin”. Unfortunately, the situation is not in favor of the leading digital asset. This indicator reflects the general interest of users in Bitcoin and shows the approximate number of new investors. In November 2017, the index stood at 41, while in June 2019, it was equal to only 5, eight times below the previous value.

Reducing number of active addresses
This indicator reflects the number of active network subscribers. In November 2017, their number achieved 1.15 million. Despite the replicated success of two years ago, only 875 thousand users have turned out to be active this week. This is 24% less than that of two years earlier.

Low fees
This indicator is great for determining the network state. It shows whether a network with transaction requirements is overloaded, as miners are more likely to use transactions with a higher commission. In November 2017, the average commission fee per transaction was $6.5 compared to the current value of $2.3. At the moment, there are no signs of overload. Therefore, there is no high demand for the digital asset.

Decline in total transaction volume
The adjusted transaction cost in the Bitcoin network is now much lower than in November 2017. At that time, about 384 thousand Bitcoins were transferred daily, now only 177 thousand.

Reduction in average and median transaction size
The reduction in the average and median transaction sizes in the Bitcoin network shows a decline in interest in the cryptocurrency market. At the moment, the average transaction size is 0.82 BTC, whereas it was 2.2 BTC in November 2017. Two years ago, the median size amounted to 0.012 versus 0.007 as of the current date.

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When planning a holiday at a seashore, most people choose the regions with warm climate.

There are 63 seas on the planet. Which of them are the most comfortable for rest and recreation? Find it out in our article.

A lot of factors influence the water temperature in seas such as ocean currents, winds, coastal rivers, climate of the surrounding territory, and natural barriers. However, the main factor is the location.
The warmest seas are located near the equator in the Indian Ocean. The waters of this ocean are surrounded by sun-heated land and protected from cold ocean currents.

Red Sea
The Red Sea is a part of the Indian Ocean. It washes eight countries located on the Arabian Peninsula and the African continent, including such popular tourist destinations as Egypt, Jordan, and Israel. This is the warmest and saltiest sea on our planet that heats up to +35 oC (and sometimes up to +38 oC), never dropping below + 18 or +20 oC.

Many travelers come to this seashore in the winter, enjoying not only its warm waters, but also the crystal-clear subterranean depths, as well as the unusually rich and diverse underwater flora and fauna. This is an ideal place for diving, fishing and taking photos.

Arabian Sea
The Arabian Sea is located in the northern part of the Indian Ocean, and gulfs connect it with the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf. It washes the territory of Somalia and the Arabian Peninsula in the west, India in the north and northeast, and the Maldives in the east. This is one of the most salty seas in the world due to intensive evaporation.
Here, the water temperature in summer reaches + 29 ... + 31 oC and in winter it is + 21 ... + 22 oC in the north-eastern part of the water area. The monsoon climate with periodic gusty winds prevails.

Timor Sea
The Timor Sea washes the coastal zone of several states: the Philippines, Indonesia, Brunei, and the Indochina Peninsula. The sea is considered to be quite shallow, but it has a seismically active trough, the Timor Trough, which is 3.3 thousand meters in depth.

Though the temperature of the local waters may reach +31 oC, the geographical location, the difficult topography of the seabed and almost unobstructed water flow in the Indian Ocean make the local climate very changeable. The water temperature in some places can be rather low.

Andaman Sea
The tropical waters of the Andaman Sea wash the shores of Myanmar in the north, Thailand and Malaysia in the east, and Indonesia in the south.

The temperature of sea water in the summer period ranges from + 30 to + 32 oC. It remains warm even in winter, sliding not lower than +23 oC. A large number of rivers flow into the Andaman Sea. Its water is not too salty, which forms a unique flora and fauna in its depths. In addition, the Andaman Sea is a combination of the key transportation hub in the region and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world.

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When planning a holiday at a seashore, most people choose the regions with warm climate.

There are 63 seas on the planet. Which of them are the most comfortable for rest and recreation? Find it out in our article.

A lot of factors influence the water temperature in seas such as ocean currents, winds, coastal rivers, climate of the surrounding territory, and natural barriers. However, the main factor is the location.
The warmest seas are located near the equator in the Indian Ocean. The waters of this ocean are surrounded by sun-heated land and protected from cold ocean currents.

Red Sea
The Red Sea is a part of the Indian Ocean. It washes eight countries located on the Arabian Peninsula and the African continent, including such popular tourist destinations as Egypt, Jordan, and Israel. This is the warmest and saltiest sea on our planet that heats up to +35 oC (and sometimes up to +38 oC), never dropping below + 18 or +20 oC.

Many travelers come to this seashore in the winter, enjoying not only its warm waters, but also the crystal-clear subterranean depths, as well as the unusually rich and diverse underwater flora and fauna. This is an ideal place for diving, fishing and taking photos.

Arabian Sea
The Arabian Sea is located in the northern part of the Indian Ocean, and gulfs connect it with the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf. It washes the territory of Somalia and the Arabian Peninsula in the west, India in the north and northeast, and the Maldives in the east. This is one of the most salty seas in the world due to intensive evaporation.
Here, the water temperature in summer reaches + 29 ... + 31 oC and in winter it is + 21 ... + 22 oC in the north-eastern part of the water area. The monsoon climate with periodic gusty winds prevails.

Timor Sea
The Timor Sea washes the coastal zone of several states: the Philippines, Indonesia, Brunei, and the Indochina Peninsula. The sea is considered to be quite shallow, but it has a seismically active trough, the Timor Trough, which is 3.3 thousand meters in depth.

Though the temperature of the local waters may reach +31 oC, the geographical location, the difficult topography of the seabed and almost unobstructed water flow in the Indian Ocean make the local climate very changeable. The water temperature in some places can be rather low.

Andaman Sea
The tropical waters of the Andaman Sea wash the shores of Myanmar in the north, Thailand and Malaysia in the east, and Indonesia in the south.

The temperature of sea water in the summer period ranges from + 30 to + 32 oC. It remains warm even in winter, sliding not lower than +23 oC. A large number of rivers flow into the Andaman Sea. Its water is not too salty, which forms a unique flora and fauna in its depths. In addition, the Andaman Sea is a combination of the key transportation hub in the region and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world.

https://instaforex.livejournal.com/2002718.html

When planning a holiday at a seashore, most people choose the regions with warm climate.

There are 63 seas on the planet. Which of them are the most comfortable for rest and recreation? Find it out in our article.

A lot of factors influence the water temperature in seas such as ocean currents, winds, coastal rivers, climate of the surrounding territory, and natural barriers. However, the main factor is the location.
The warmest seas are located near the equator in the Indian Ocean. The waters of this ocean are surrounded by sun-heated land and protected from cold ocean currents.

Red Sea
The Red Sea is a part of the Indian Ocean. It washes eight countries located on the Arabian Peninsula and the African continent, including such popular tourist destinations as Egypt, Jordan, and Israel. This is the warmest and saltiest sea on our planet that heats up to +35 oC (and sometimes up to +38 oC), never dropping below + 18 or +20 oC.

Many travelers come to this seashore in the winter, enjoying not only its warm waters, but also the crystal-clear subterranean depths, as well as the unusually rich and diverse underwater flora and fauna. This is an ideal place for diving, fishing and taking photos.

Arabian Sea
The Arabian Sea is located in the northern part of the Indian Ocean, and gulfs connect it with the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf. It washes the territory of Somalia and the Arabian Peninsula in the west, India in the north and northeast, and the Maldives in the east. This is one of the most salty seas in the world due to intensive evaporation.
Here, the water temperature in summer reaches + 29 ... + 31 oC and in winter it is + 21 ... + 22 oC in the north-eastern part of the water area. The monsoon climate with periodic gusty winds prevails.

Timor Sea
The Timor Sea washes the coastal zone of several states: the Philippines, Indonesia, Brunei, and the Indochina Peninsula. The sea is considered to be quite shallow, but it has a seismically active trough, the Timor Trough, which is 3.3 thousand meters in depth.

Though the temperature of the local waters may reach +31 oC, the geographical location, the difficult topography of the seabed and almost unobstructed water flow in the Indian Ocean make the local climate very changeable. The water temperature in some places can be rather low.

Andaman Sea
The tropical waters of the Andaman Sea wash the shores of Myanmar in the north, Thailand and Malaysia in the east, and Indonesia in the south.

The temperature of sea water in the summer period ranges from + 30 to + 32 oC. It remains warm even in winter, sliding not lower than +23 oC. A large number of rivers flow into the Andaman Sea. Its water is not too salty, which forms a unique flora and fauna in its depths. In addition, the Andaman Sea is a combination of the key transportation hub in the region and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world.

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Economic forums have become an integral part of Russian society. The largest of them are held under the patronage of the Head of the State. They annually attract investors from across the globe, thereby becoming a useful tool for business development.

In this article, you will find the information on what key issues of the Russian and international economy are addressed in the formats of panel discussions, roundtables, TV debates, business breakfasts, and business dialogues.

Russian Investment Forum (RIF)

The Russian Investment Forum, held in Sochi at the Olympic Park Main Media Centre on 13-15 February 2019, became the place of signing 567 agreements and letters of intent totaling 968.033 billion rubles. More than 8 thousand people visited the platform, among whom were members of 65 foreign delegations.
The Forum is guided by Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev. According to him, “national projects are a single matrix” into which the Russian authorities try to “fit the life of the entire country”.

In addition to the traditional topics for the Forum such as regional development, the discussion was complemented by new issues (social entrepreneurship, investment in charity, healthy life expectancy, leading practices of social and economic development).

Yalta International Economic Forum (YIEF)

From April 7th to April 20th, one of the largest Russian economic forums was held in the Mriya Resort hotel. The main topic of the YIEF-2019 was “World. Russia. Crimea. New Global Reality”.

This year, the Forum has celebrated its first anniversary, thereby strengthening its status as an effective international platform for discussions on current issues of the social and economic development of Russia and the world. High-level government officials of the Russian Federation, international experts, powerful international and Russian businessmen and economists, as well as representatives of major business organizations, attended the business part of the event. It was traditionally devoted to discussing world-famous business practices, international and interregional cooperation, and the search for responses to the challenges of our time.

Eastern Economic Forum (WEF)

The Eastern Economic Forum established by the President of the Russian Federation has been held in Vladivostok since 2015. In 2019, the discussion of key issues of the world economy, regional integration, the development of new technologies and industrial sectors, as well as the global challenges facing Russia and the world community is scheduled for September 4-6.

The main topic of the anniversary meeting will be the National Program for the Development of the Far East dedicated to the Eastern vector of Russian foreign policy. Great importance will be attached to the incorporation of the Far East into the system of economic relations in the APR, as well as the establishment of business contacts with ASEAN, a key integration group of actively developing countries in Southeast Asia.

St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF)

SPIEF has been held since 1997. Over the past 20 years, it has become the world's leading platform which allows business people to support offline communication and solve key economic issues of today. The business program of the XXIII SPIEF took place on June 6-8, 2019 at the ExpoForum Convention and Exhibition Centre.
“Setting the agenda for sustainable development” was the key topic of the event. Participants included over 17 thousand people and about 1,800 companies from 75 states, a majority of whom was senior executives.

Among the honored guests of the Forum were Prime Ministers of Armenia and Slovakia, President of China and Bulgaria, as well as UN Secretary-General. On June 7, they, together with President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, spoke at the plenary meeting.

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Economic forums have become an integral part of Russian society. The largest of them are held under the patronage of the Head of the State. They annually attract investors from across the globe, thereby becoming a useful tool for business development.

In this article, you will find the information on what key issues of the Russian and international economy are addressed in the formats of panel discussions, roundtables, TV debates, business breakfasts, and business dialogues.

Russian Investment Forum (RIF)

The Russian Investment Forum, held in Sochi at the Olympic Park Main Media Centre on 13-15 February 2019, became the place of signing 567 agreements and letters of intent totaling 968.033 billion rubles. More than 8 thousand people visited the platform, among whom were members of 65 foreign delegations.
The Forum is guided by Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev. According to him, “national projects are a single matrix” into which the Russian authorities try to “fit the life of the entire country”.

In addition to the traditional topics for the Forum such as regional development, the discussion was complemented by new issues (social entrepreneurship, investment in charity, healthy life expectancy, leading practices of social and economic development).

Yalta International Economic Forum (YIEF)

From April 7th to April 20th, one of the largest Russian economic forums was held in the Mriya Resort hotel. The main topic of the YIEF-2019 was “World. Russia. Crimea. New Global Reality”.

This year, the Forum has celebrated its first anniversary, thereby strengthening its status as an effective international platform for discussions on current issues of the social and economic development of Russia and the world. High-level government officials of the Russian Federation, international experts, powerful international and Russian businessmen and economists, as well as representatives of major business organizations, attended the business part of the event. It was traditionally devoted to discussing world-famous business practices, international and interregional cooperation, and the search for responses to the challenges of our time.

Eastern Economic Forum (WEF)

The Eastern Economic Forum established by the President of the Russian Federation has been held in Vladivostok since 2015. In 2019, the discussion of key issues of the world economy, regional integration, the development of new technologies and industrial sectors, as well as the global challenges facing Russia and the world community is scheduled for September 4-6.

The main topic of the anniversary meeting will be the National Program for the Development of the Far East dedicated to the Eastern vector of Russian foreign policy. Great importance will be attached to the incorporation of the Far East into the system of economic relations in the APR, as well as the establishment of business contacts with ASEAN, a key integration group of actively developing countries in Southeast Asia.

St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF)

SPIEF has been held since 1997. Over the past 20 years, it has become the world's leading platform which allows business people to support offline communication and solve key economic issues of today. The business program of the XXIII SPIEF took place on June 6-8, 2019 at the ExpoForum Convention and Exhibition Centre.
“Setting the agenda for sustainable development” was the key topic of the event. Participants included over 17 thousand people and about 1,800 companies from 75 states, a majority of whom was senior executives.

Among the honored guests of the Forum were Prime Ministers of Armenia and Slovakia, President of China and Bulgaria, as well as UN Secretary-General. On June 7, they, together with President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin, spoke at the plenary meeting.

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The Russian government contemplated allowing buy and sell operations with cryptocurrencies in the country, Deputy Finance Minister of Russia Alexei Moiseev said. However, it is just an idea that is being discussed and no decision has been taken yet.

Currently, a draft bill is being prepared that would regulate the cryptocurrency sphere in Russia. “The main question regarding the digital money is how to use it. We consider several options from banning it to allowing buy operations with it,” Mr. Moiseev noted. At the same time, the policymaker added that cryptocurrencies could not be used for settlements. In May 2018, the digital assets law was passed in Russia. The law stipulates that cryptocurrencies are prohibited to be used as means of payment. At the second reading of this law, the definition of the virtual currency was replaced with “digital operation symbols”.

The government intended to give consideration to the new document in the second reading at a meeting of the Russian State Duma on March 19, 2019, but the plans changed. Bank of Russia Governor Elvira Nabiullina said the regulator was still against allowing the digital currencies in Russia. However, the bank was ready to consider the project of interaction between the stablecoin and gold.

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The Russian government contemplated allowing buy and sell operations with cryptocurrencies in the country, Deputy Finance Minister of Russia Alexei Moiseev said. However, it is just an idea that is being discussed and no decision has been taken yet.

Currently, a draft bill is being prepared that would regulate the cryptocurrency sphere in Russia. “The main question regarding the digital money is how to use it. We consider several options from banning it to allowing buy operations with it,” Mr. Moiseev noted. At the same time, the policymaker added that cryptocurrencies could not be used for settlements. In May 2018, the digital assets law was passed in Russia. The law stipulates that cryptocurrencies are prohibited to be used as means of payment. At the second reading of this law, the definition of the virtual currency was replaced with “digital operation symbols”.

The government intended to give consideration to the new document in the second reading at a meeting of the Russian State Duma on March 19, 2019, but the plans changed. Bank of Russia Governor Elvira Nabiullina said the regulator was still against allowing the digital currencies in Russia. However, the bank was ready to consider the project of interaction between the stablecoin and gold.

Read more: https://www.mt5.com/forex_humor/image/42145

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The Russian government contemplated allowing buy and sell operations with cryptocurrencies in the country, Deputy Finance Minister of Russia Alexei Moiseev said. However, it is just an idea that is being discussed and no decision has been taken yet.

Currently, a draft bill is being prepared that would regulate the cryptocurrency sphere in Russia. “The main question regarding the digital money is how to use it. We consider several options from banning it to allowing buy operations with it,” Mr. Moiseev noted. At the same time, the policymaker added that cryptocurrencies could not be used for settlements. In May 2018, the digital assets law was passed in Russia. The law stipulates that cryptocurrencies are prohibited to be used as means of payment. At the second reading of this law, the definition of the virtual currency was replaced with “digital operation symbols”.

The government intended to give consideration to the new document in the second reading at a meeting of the Russian State Duma on March 19, 2019, but the plans changed. Bank of Russia Governor Elvira Nabiullina said the regulator was still against allowing the digital currencies in Russia. However, the bank was ready to consider the project of interaction between the stablecoin and gold.

Read more: https://www.mt5.com/forex_humor/image/42145

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There is a number of countries in the world that actively support digital currencies. The authorities of these countries seek to create a favorable environment for the development of digital assets. We offer to get acquainted with such crypto friendly countries.

Switzerland
Experts consider Switzerland to be the most advanced country in terms of digital technologies. It claims to be called crypto nation. In connection with this, a so-called crypto valley was created in the city of Zug. It is an association which goal is to create a global blockchain system and cryptographic technologies. In addition to innovations in the blockchain industry, Switzerland is considered one of the leading countries in terms of successful implementation of ICO.

Japan
Experts believe Japan is one of the most digital friendly contries. The technological sphere is very developed here. Last year, Japan recognized virtual currencies as legal tender. According to the national media, investment in Bitcoin by the Japanese authorities amounts to huge sums. In April 2018, the Japan Virtual Currency Exchange Association (JVCEA) was established.

United Kingdom
The United Kingdom is considered one of the best crypto friendly countries, second only to Switzerland and Japan. This year, seven leading blockchain companies have united in a unique cryptocurrency organization called CryptoUK. It was created to avoid regulatory pressure from the authorities. The agency aims to make the UK a safe place for blockchain technology and digital projects. Increased attention is paid to the development of blockchain startups.

Netherlands
The netherlands is considered one of the countries open to innovations in the cryptosphere. This year, a Bitcoin embassy was created in the country, whose task is to popularize digital assets. The capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam, has a reputation of the best European city for technology startups. In this case, the Dutch government does not seek to adjust the new class of assets under current legislation. The authorities of the Netherlands even developed their own cryptocurrency called De Nederlandsche Bank Coin (DNBCoin).

Denmark
Denmark is another European country with a favorable cryptocurrency environment. It introduced a zero tax on digital currencies which makes this state very attractive for crypto enthusiasts. After the adoption of the resolution that virtual currencies are not a means of payment, the National Bank of Denmark exempted digital assets from state regulation.

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There is a number of countries in the world that actively support digital currencies. The authorities of these countries seek to create a favorable environment for the development of digital assets. We offer to get acquainted with such crypto friendly countries.

Switzerland
Experts consider Switzerland to be the most advanced country in terms of digital technologies. It claims to be called crypto nation. In connection with this, a so-called crypto valley was created in the city of Zug. It is an association which goal is to create a global blockchain system and cryptographic technologies. In addition to innovations in the blockchain industry, Switzerland is considered one of the leading countries in terms of successful implementation of ICO.

Japan
Experts believe Japan is one of the most digital friendly contries. The technological sphere is very developed here. Last year, Japan recognized virtual currencies as legal tender. According to the national media, investment in Bitcoin by the Japanese authorities amounts to huge sums. In April 2018, the Japan Virtual Currency Exchange Association (JVCEA) was established.

United Kingdom
The United Kingdom is considered one of the best crypto friendly countries, second only to Switzerland and Japan. This year, seven leading blockchain companies have united in a unique cryptocurrency organization called CryptoUK. It was created to avoid regulatory pressure from the authorities. The agency aims to make the UK a safe place for blockchain technology and digital projects. Increased attention is paid to the development of blockchain startups.

Netherlands
The netherlands is considered one of the countries open to innovations in the cryptosphere. This year, a Bitcoin embassy was created in the country, whose task is to popularize digital assets. The capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam, has a reputation of the best European city for technology startups. In this case, the Dutch government does not seek to adjust the new class of assets under current legislation. The authorities of the Netherlands even developed their own cryptocurrency called De Nederlandsche Bank Coin (DNBCoin).

Denmark
Denmark is another European country with a favorable cryptocurrency environment. It introduced a zero tax on digital currencies which makes this state very attractive for crypto enthusiasts. After the adoption of the resolution that virtual currencies are not a means of payment, the National Bank of Denmark exempted digital assets from state regulation.

https://instaforex.livejournal.com/2001934.html

There is a number of countries in the world that actively support digital currencies. The authorities of these countries seek to create a favorable environment for the development of digital assets. We offer to get acquainted with such crypto friendly countries.

Switzerland
Experts consider Switzerland to be the most advanced country in terms of digital technologies. It claims to be called crypto nation. In connection with this, a so-called crypto valley was created in the city of Zug. It is an association which goal is to create a global blockchain system and cryptographic technologies. In addition to innovations in the blockchain industry, Switzerland is considered one of the leading countries in terms of successful implementation of ICO.

Japan
Experts believe Japan is one of the most digital friendly contries. The technological sphere is very developed here. Last year, Japan recognized virtual currencies as legal tender. According to the national media, investment in Bitcoin by the Japanese authorities amounts to huge sums. In April 2018, the Japan Virtual Currency Exchange Association (JVCEA) was established.

United Kingdom
The United Kingdom is considered one of the best crypto friendly countries, second only to Switzerland and Japan. This year, seven leading blockchain companies have united in a unique cryptocurrency organization called CryptoUK. It was created to avoid regulatory pressure from the authorities. The agency aims to make the UK a safe place for blockchain technology and digital projects. Increased attention is paid to the development of blockchain startups.

Netherlands
The netherlands is considered one of the countries open to innovations in the cryptosphere. This year, a Bitcoin embassy was created in the country, whose task is to popularize digital assets. The capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam, has a reputation of the best European city for technology startups. In this case, the Dutch government does not seek to adjust the new class of assets under current legislation. The authorities of the Netherlands even developed their own cryptocurrency called De Nederlandsche Bank Coin (DNBCoin).

Denmark
Denmark is another European country with a favorable cryptocurrency environment. It introduced a zero tax on digital currencies which makes this state very attractive for crypto enthusiasts. After the adoption of the resolution that virtual currencies are not a means of payment, the National Bank of Denmark exempted digital assets from state regulation.

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There is a number of countries in the world that actively support digital currencies. The authorities of these countries seek to create a favorable environment for the development of digital assets. We offer to get acquainted with such crypto friendly countries.

Switzerland
Experts consider Switzerland to be the most advanced country in terms of digital technologies. It claims to be called crypto nation. In connection with this, a so-called crypto valley was created in the city of Zug. It is an association which goal is to create a global blockchain system and cryptographic technologies. In addition to innovations in the blockchain industry, Switzerland is considered one of the leading countries in terms of successful implementation of ICO.

Japan
Experts believe Japan is one of the most digital friendly contries. The technological sphere is very developed here. Last year, Japan recognized virtual currencies as legal tender. According to the national media, investment in Bitcoin by the Japanese authorities amounts to huge sums. In April 2018, the Japan Virtual Currency Exchange Association (JVCEA) was established.

United Kingdom
The United Kingdom is considered one of the best crypto friendly countries, second only to Switzerland and Japan. This year, seven leading blockchain companies have united in a unique cryptocurrency organization called CryptoUK. It was created to avoid regulatory pressure from the authorities. The agency aims to make the UK a safe place for blockchain technology and digital projects. Increased attention is paid to the development of blockchain startups.

Netherlands
The netherlands is considered one of the countries open to innovations in the cryptosphere. This year, a Bitcoin embassy was created in the country, whose task is to popularize digital assets. The capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam, has a reputation of the best European city for technology startups. In this case, the Dutch government does not seek to adjust the new class of assets under current legislation. The authorities of the Netherlands even developed their own cryptocurrency called De Nederlandsche Bank Coin (DNBCoin).

Denmark
Denmark is another European country with a favorable cryptocurrency environment. It introduced a zero tax on digital currencies which makes this state very attractive for crypto enthusiasts. After the adoption of the resolution that virtual currencies are not a means of payment, the National Bank of Denmark exempted digital assets from state regulation.

https://instaforex.livejournal.com/2001934.html

There is a number of countries in the world that actively support digital currencies. The authorities of these countries seek to create a favorable environment for the development of digital assets. We offer to get acquainted with such crypto friendly countries.

Switzerland
Experts consider Switzerland to be the most advanced country in terms of digital technologies. It claims to be called crypto nation. In connection with this, a so-called crypto valley was created in the city of Zug. It is an association which goal is to create a global blockchain system and cryptographic technologies. In addition to innovations in the blockchain industry, Switzerland is considered one of the leading countries in terms of successful implementation of ICO.

Japan
Experts believe Japan is one of the most digital friendly contries. The technological sphere is very developed here. Last year, Japan recognized virtual currencies as legal tender. According to the national media, investment in Bitcoin by the Japanese authorities amounts to huge sums. In April 2018, the Japan Virtual Currency Exchange Association (JVCEA) was established.

United Kingdom
The United Kingdom is considered one of the best crypto friendly countries, second only to Switzerland and Japan. This year, seven leading blockchain companies have united in a unique cryptocurrency organization called CryptoUK. It was created to avoid regulatory pressure from the authorities. The agency aims to make the UK a safe place for blockchain technology and digital projects. Increased attention is paid to the development of blockchain startups.

Netherlands
The netherlands is considered one of the countries open to innovations in the cryptosphere. This year, a Bitcoin embassy was created in the country, whose task is to popularize digital assets. The capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam, has a reputation of the best European city for technology startups. In this case, the Dutch government does not seek to adjust the new class of assets under current legislation. The authorities of the Netherlands even developed their own cryptocurrency called De Nederlandsche Bank Coin (DNBCoin).

Denmark
Denmark is another European country with a favorable cryptocurrency environment. It introduced a zero tax on digital currencies which makes this state very attractive for crypto enthusiasts. After the adoption of the resolution that virtual currencies are not a means of payment, the National Bank of Denmark exempted digital assets from state regulation.

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A group of American billionaires, including world-famous investor George Soros, appealed to candidates for the US presidential election of 2020. In their letter, they urged them to impose a wealth tax. The wealthy Americans requested all presidential candidates to back the imposition of a moderate wealth tax on the fortunes of one-tenth of the richest 1 percent of the citizens. “The next dollar of new tax revenue should come from the most financially fortunate, not from middle-income and lower-income Americans,” the letter declares. The document was signed by 19 billionaires such as Facebook's co-founder Chris Hughes, Abigail Disney, a descendant of Walt Disney, and Molly Munger, a daughter of the Berkshire Hathaway vice chairman Charlie Munger. The final name on the letter remained anonymous.

The wealthiest people of the United States believe that a wealth tax could help address the climate crisis, improve the economy, eliminate a number of health problems, create new means of social mobility, and strengthen democratic freedoms.

Members of the billionaire group have previously argued that they should pay a fair share of taxes. In 2017, more than 400 wealthy American citizens, including George Soros and Stephen Rockefeller, signed a letter. They urged the US Congress not to lower taxes on the rich. In their opinion, tax cuts for wealthy American families would exacerbate inequality and add to the US national debt.

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There are so many unique places in the world where time seems to have stopped. They are full of mysteries and travelers' presence is extremely undesirable there. See 5 forbidden places for tourists in our photo gallery.

Surtsey (Iceland)

This is a separate area of just under three kilometers located near Iceland. The island did not exist until 1963. It was formed after a strong volcanic eruption. Now it is a restricted area for all tourists. Only scientists can visit Surtsey to find out how the ecosystem can evolve from scratch without human intervention. Moss is the only plant species on the island. It has grown there without human participation.

Black Mountain Kalkajaka (Australia)

A large pile of black granite boulders is the most mysterious place in Australia. Many of the boulders are as big as a house. According to geologists, the mountain appeared 250 million years ago. There is a maze with many gaps and passages inside this mountain. The internal systems of the mountain’s caves are constantly changing because of the collapses. Sometimes people disappear in these mazes when trying to get inside the mountain. Visitors are strictly forbidden to climb the mountain and even to approach it as cave explorers rarely come back.

Ilha da Queimada Grande (Brazil)

This place makes tourists flesh creep. The island is also known as Snake Island because it is crawling with poisonous reptiles. The most perilous species of snakes in the world whose bites cause instant death live there. Officially, the island is closed to the public and protected by the state as due to lack of food, the population of some species of snakes has declined significantly. Sometimes some bold tourists are allowed to go on a tour there but only in the protective clothing and along the shore as the forest is teeming with snakes.

Gruinard Island (Scotland)

This island was considered one of the most dangerous places on the planet until the end of the twentieth century. It was used as a testing ground for the study of anthrax. The island was quarantined for 75 years because every tourist who came there died within minutes. In 1986, the government began cleaning up Gruinard, and in 1990 it was open to the public. However, the island remains deserted as the risk of being infected is still high. Anthrax spores are still in the soil of Gruinard. It seems that the island will be not suitable for life within a few hundred years.

Poveglia Island (Italy)

Poveglia is located in Italy between Venice and Lido. In the XIV century, it was used as a quarantine for victims of bubonic plague. The infected bodies were burned on giant bonfires there. In the XIX century, Poveglia became a place for a psychiatric hospital. According to legend, scientists tortured their patients and experimented on them. In the XX century, Poveglia was again used as a place for mental health institutions. Presently, the island is strictly protected. It is closed to tourists and locals.

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Next month, OPEC's oil producers from the Persian Gulf will maintain output level within the target set in the supply cut deal. The current agreement expires at the end of June 2019.

This month, the oil production in Saudi Arabia, the world's largest oil exporter, will remain at the same level as in May 2019. Experts emphasize that its production in July will continue to comply with the obligations under the OPEC+ deal. According to the cartel, oil output of Saudi Arabia in May was 9.67 million barrels per day. Over the last few months, Riyadh has been pumping below its target of 10.3 million barrels per day, which does not exceed the limits imposed by OPEC.

According to analysts, the largest oil-producing states of the Persian Gulf intend to keep OPEC production cut plan further. They are likely to stick to this strategy until the end of 2019.

The OPEC members will have the next meeting in Vienna on July 1 to decide on their further production policy. The meeting with non-OPEC allies, including Russia, is scheduled for the next day.

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In the midst of summer, tourists wonder where to go to spend a holiday at the seaside. Travelers prefer places with clean beaches and pure water. Besides, they seek to enjoy wonderful landscapes of exotic countries. Take a look at the unforgettable world's beaches at our photo gallery.

Maya Bay (Thailand)
Maya Bay, a wonderful beach at Thailand’s Ko Phi Phi Le Island, looks like it came out of a fairy tale. Hundreds of tourists come here daily. This amazing bay is surrounded by rocks and framed by bright green vegetation. The best time to visit the island is from November to April as there are sunny weather and no heavy rains in Thailand during this period.

Hidden Beach (Mexico)
You can find a piece of paradise called the Hidden Beach in Mexico, at the Marieta islands. It is a sea lake veiled at the bottom of a huge pit. The beach was named because of its unusual location. Clear water and white sand add charm to this place. It is not that easy to get to the Hidden Beach: you need to book a boat and sail through an underground cave. It is a reserve protected by the Mexican government.

Anse Source d'Argent (Seychelles)
Anse Source d'Argent, an absolutely beautiful beach, is located on charming La Digue Island (Seychelles). It is famous for its rounded rocks, calm water surface, and white sand strip. A lot of people believe this is a perfect place for a good rest. A large reef protects the island from storm waves. La Digue is also good for a family holiday. Anse Source d'Arzhan is situated in the protected area of the reserve L'Union Estate. In order to enter a beach area, a tourist needs a ticket which allows enjoying this place an unlimited number of times.

China Beach (Vietnam)
Another popular for tourists place, China Beach, can be found near Da Nang in Vietnam. It is a wonderful landscape with blue water and incredible fine crumbly sand. There are amazing tropical gardens, seafood restaurants, and the best Vietnamese hotels next to the beach.

Paradise Beach (Greece)
Paradise Beach on Mykonos island is also one of the most beautiful spots of our planet. It is located in an ecologically clean area away from highways and industrial enterprises. Its tourist infrastructure is highly developed. This beach is known for its clear water, stunning landscape, sandy beach, and lots of fun activities. Thus, it is considered one of the most famous beaches in the world.

Seven Mile Beach (Jamaica)
The city of Negril in Jamaica has a remarkably long Seven Mile Beach. It is famous for its snow-white sandy coast stretching along the Caribbean Sea for almost 11 km. Travelers appreciate popular Jamaica’s beach for its clear water and fabulous views. The seashore and picturesque rocks make a harmonious ensemble here.

Papakolea (Hawaii)
The unique colorful Papakolea beach resides at the sunny Hawaiian Islands. Experts believe that the seashore has its one of a kind color due to volcanic emissions. According to scientists, this phenomenon appeared after a volcanic eruption that happened here about 10 thousand years ago. Nowadays, the beach is open to thousands of tourists looking forward to watching the fascinating iridescence of green and red colors on the coastal strip of Papakolea.

Whitehaven (Australia)
Whitehaven, a unique snow-white beach, is about 7 km long and located on Whitsunday island in Australia. The special composition gives the sand its color as it is almost completely (98%) composed of silicon dioxide. One can reach Whitehaven only by water transport or helicopter. This reserved beach is strictly guarded by the Australian authorities. There are no hotels near it, just camping sites.

Cayo de Agua (Venezuela)
An extraordinary beach called Cayo de Agua resides in Venezuela. It is washed on two sides by the Caribbean Sea. Every year the beach is visited by millions of tourists. White sand, enchanting seascapes, clear water, and sand shoals amaze travelers with their magnificence.

Grace Bay (Providenciales Island)
The Grace Bay beach is considered one of the most comfortable beaches in the world with a well-developed infrastructure. It is situated on the island of Providenciales in the Atlantic Ocean. The beach is distinguished by white crumbly sand, clear water with turquoise hue, and odd palm thickets. There is also an international airport on Providenciales.

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