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So-Called Dollars Book Reveals Untold Stories Behind US Medals
A new coffee table book spotlights 63 so-called dollars with full-page images and historical context, offering collectors and history enthusiasts fresh insights into American commemorative medals and their evolving value
Australia Issues New Holey Dollar Coin Linking Two Centuries of Currency
Australia's Royal Mint unveils a $1 coin with a real hole at its center, reviving the 1813 Holey Dollar and highlighting the unexpected role of a convicted forger in the nation's monetary history
Collectors Chase Coins With Stories That Outshine Rarity
A coin's value is not just about how few exist or its condition. The most coveted coins are those with dramatic histories, famous owners, or links to pivotal events, turning ordinary metal into icons that command record-breaking prices
Dollar Faces Pressure as Fed Signals Pause and Yen Rally Stalls
The US dollar remains pinned near multi-month lows after Federal Reserve officials hint at a pause in rate hikes, while the Japanese yen's sharp rally cools amid speculation over possible intervention and upcoming central bank decisions
How the US Trade Dollar Lost Its Place in Global Silver Commerce
The US Trade Dollar was designed to outcompete Mexico's peso in Asian trade, but its journey from export tool to domestic headache reveals the risks of currency innovation and the limits of monetary policy abroad
ANA Awards Spotlight Numismatic Research and Young Talent in 2026
The American Numismatic Association's 2026 Literary Awards in Pittsburgh recognized groundbreaking research on coins, paper money, and monetary history-while also investing in the next generation of currency scholars
Dutch Central Bank Moves 86 Tonnes of Gold to London for Crisis Access
Amid record gold prices and global instability, the Netherlands has shifted a quarter of its overseas gold reserves from North America to London, aiming for faster liquidity and stronger crisis readiness
Rare 1893-S Morgan Dollar Sells for $1.18 Million at Auction
A legendary 1893-S Morgan Silver Dollar with a storied pedigree has set a new MS65 auction record, selling for $1,181,250-over 50% above its price guide value. The sale highlights the fierce demand for top-condition U.S. coin rarities.
ACI Worldwide Moves to Expand Card Processing with Cranium Deal
ACI Worldwide is set to acquire Cranium Ventures, aiming to accelerate the rollout of advanced card switching technology within its ACI Connetic for Cards platform. The move could reshape how financial institutions handle card payments and fraud prevention.
Citi Backs Canadian Dollar as US Rate Premium Faces Test
Citi is betting against the US dollar and in favor of the Canadian dollar, citing a likely shift in interest-rate expectations and upcoming US inflation data that could challenge the greenback's recent strength
Latin American Currencies Draw Global Capital Despite Economic Risks
High-yielding currencies like the Colombian peso, Brazilian real, and Mexican peso continue to attract international capital through carry trades, even as underlying economic fundamentals remain mixed and policy risks persist
Romania Issues Silver Coin Honoring Nicolae Tonitza's Art
Romania's central bank has launched a limited-edition silver coin featuring Nicolae Tonitza's painting Flori galbene, marking the start of a new series dedicated to national painters. Only 500 coins are available, each priced at 1,150 lei
Pound Faces Deeper Slide as Dollar Strengthens on Fed Rate Hike Odds
The British pound is under renewed pressure against the US dollar, with technical signals and shifting Federal Reserve expectations pointing to a possible drop toward 1.33. Here's what's driving the move and what it means for cross-border payments
Japan Maintains High Alert as Yen Volatility Raises Policy Stakes
Japan's top currency official signals that authorities remain unsatisfied with recent yen movements, keeping markets on edge as the government weighs its next steps to stabilize the currency
Euro Holds Firm as Dollar Strength Fails to Break Key Support
Despite renewed US dollar strength and shifting central bank expectations, the euro-to-dollar rate is resisting a deeper slide, holding above critical support levels and signaling that the currency battle is far from one-sided
How Digital Tech and New Materials Are Transforming Coins
Coins are being reinvented with digital features, unconventional materials, and advanced minting. From QR codes to microchips and polymer coatings, the future of physical currency is being shaped by innovation and changing consumer habits
Major Payment and Banking Leadership Shifts Signal New Era for 2026
August 2026 saw a wave of high-level departures and appointments across global payments and banking, with Apple, Barclays, Mastercard, Monzo, and Coinme all reshaping their leadership teams and regional strategies
ID Finance Secures €21 Million to Expand Digital Lending in Spain
ID Finance has obtained a €21 million debt facility from nordIX, aiming to accelerate its digital consumer lending platform in Spain after originating over €190 million in loans in just six months
South Korean Won Outpaces Asia's Currencies on Chips and Rate Hikes
The South Korean won has surged ahead of its Asian peers in 2026, powered by record semiconductor exports and aggressive central bank tightening, even as most regional currencies struggle against the US dollar's resilience
Pound Jumps Against New Zealand Dollar After RBNZ Rate Hike Surprise
The Pound reached a six-week high against the New Zealand Dollar after the Reserve Bank of New Zealand raised rates but signaled caution, leaving the Kiwi under pressure even as UK borrowing costs climb and the Bank of England remains wary
ANA Wins Top Numismatic Literary Guild Awards for Digital and Print
The American Numismatic Association's digital Reading Room and flagship magazine have both secured major honors at the 2026 Numismatic Literary Guild Awards, highlighting a shift in how numismatic information is shared and recognized
2026 Liberty Dime Reveals Unusual Die Breaks and Minting Flaws
Philadelphia's 2026 Emerging Liberty Dime is showing rare die events-wave-like formations, spalling, and interior breaks-offering collectors and researchers a close-up look at how modern coin dies behave under extreme pressure
US Mint Limits 2026 Palladium Eagle to 5,000 for 250th Anniversary
Only 5,000 American Eagle Palladium coins will be released by the US Mint in 2026, each marking the nation's 250th anniversary with unique dual dates and a Liberty Bell privy. Collectors face a strict one-per-household rule on launch day.
NCBA Awards Spotlight Tax Exemption Battles in US Coin Market
The National Coin & Bullion Association's 2026 awards dinner in Pittsburgh put legislative fights over sales-tax exemptions for coins and bullion at the center of the US numismatic industry's agenda
Félix Raises $200 Million to Expand AI-Driven Remittance Services
Félix, a US-based cross-border payment platform, has secured $200 million in new funding to develop AI-powered financial services for the Latino diaspora, with plans to expand into lending, savings, and new Latin American markets
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