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Banknote Legacies and Lost Fortunes in West Virginia's Oil Towns
A journey through Littleton and Moundsville, West Virginia, reveals how the rise and fall of local industries shaped the fate of historic banks and rare national banknotes, leaving behind architectural relics and numismatic stories
Historic WWII Crew-Signed Dollar Note Sells for Over $37,000
A rare $1 Hawaii overprint note, signed by the crews of the Enola Gay and Bockscar just after the atomic bombings of Japan, has fetched $37,551 at auction, highlighting the intersection of currency, history, and collector demand
Dollar, Euro, and Australian Dollar Hold Steady Before US Inflation Data
Major currencies including the US dollar, euro, and Australian dollar remained stable as traders weighed weak US jobs data, rising oil prices, and geopolitical risks ahead of a key US inflation report that could shape global monetary policy
Yen Nears 160 Against Dollar as Intervention Effects Fade
The Japanese yen has lost much of its recent intervention-driven strength, trading close to 160 per US dollar, while the Australian dollar holds near an eight-week high after the Reserve Bank of Australia kept rates unchanged
Canadian Dollar Holds Firm as Oil Prices and Jobs Data Support Gains
The Canadian dollar remains close to its strongest level in eight weeks against the US dollar, as rising oil prices and robust employment figures provide support amid ongoing trade discussions with the United States
Eufaula's Obsolete Scrip: Family Ties and Currency History
Obsolete paper money from Eufaula, Indian Territory, reveals a unique blend of local rivalry, family connections, and the evolution of private scrip in the late 19th and early 20th centuries
Stack's Bowers Galleries Opens San Francisco Numismatic Showroom
Stack's Bowers Galleries has launched a new gallery in San Francisco's Financial District, expanding access to rare coins, bullion trading, and auction services for collectors and dealers on the US West Coast
2026 U.S. Constitution Quarters Begin Circulation Nationwide
The U.S. Mint is launching the 2026 semiquincentennial Constitution quarters, featuring James Madison and Independence Hall, as part of a series marking key moments in American history and currency design
U.S. Mint Launches 1916 Walking Liberty Gold and Silver Set
The U.S. Mint unveils its third Best of the Mint release, pairing a 1916 Walking Liberty Half Dollar in gold with a new silver medal, both honoring America's 250th anniversary and limited to 30,000 sets
How Michigan Coin & Bullion Handles Gold and Rare Coin Transactions
Michigan Coin & Bullion in Bloomfield Hills offers in-person evaluation and transparent pricing for gold, silver, and rare coins, serving collectors, investors, and those liquidating estates in the Metro Detroit area
How MacArthur's Promise Shaped the 1947 Philippine Peso Coin
The 1947 Philippine peso and fifty centavos coins, featuring Gen. Douglas MacArthur, marked a rare tribute to a living foreign figure and reflected the nation's wartime history, postwar identity, and evolving currency design
1904 Morgan Dollar Marks End of an Era for US Silver Coins
The 1904 Morgan Dollar was the last of its kind from Philadelphia before a 17-year halt in US silver dollar production. Its survival through mass melting and limited releases has made high-grade examples rare and historically significant
UW Credit Union Extends Fiserv Partnership for Core Payment Upgrades
UW Credit Union has renewed its agreement with Fiserv, aiming to modernise its core processing and payment systems. The move introduces new APIs and automation, with implications for efficiency, risk management, and digital banking services.
Wells Fargo to Launch Tokenised Deposits for USD-GBP Payments
Wells Fargo is preparing to introduce a blockchain-based service for corporate clients, enabling cross-border and account-to-account payments in US dollars and British pounds using tokenised deposits, with broader expansion planned for 2027
Pound Sterling Holds Gains as US Inflation Data Looms
Sterling has stabilized against the US dollar after a period of weakness, with upcoming US inflation figures and UK GDP data set to determine whether the recent recovery can continue or stalls at key resistance levels
MVB Bank Automates Compliance Checks With Bretton AI Partnership
MVB Bank is outsourcing its initial KYC and AML compliance screening to Bretton AI, aiming to boost efficiency and consistency while managing regulatory risk as its embedded finance and payments business grows
Why Gem 1967 Roosevelt Dimes Remain Scarce Despite Record Mintage
The 1967 Roosevelt dime saw the highest production in U.S. history, yet truly high-grade examples are rare. Discover how policy changes and collector sentiment shaped the fate of this common but elusive coin.
Ordway Raises $20 Million to Boost AI in Billing Automation
Ordway, a Washington DC-based billing platform, has secured $20 million in new funding to accelerate its AI-driven automation and forecasting tools, aiming to double its research and development budget and expand into payment processing
South Korean Won Drops as Dollar Strengthens, Yen Retreats
The South Korean won led declines among Asian currencies as the US dollar gained ground and the Japanese yen lost recent intervention-driven strength. Investors are watching upcoming US inflation data for signals on future Federal Reserve policy.
Nayax Seeks US Bank Charter for Embedded Finance Expansion
Nayax has applied to establish a chartered bank in Connecticut, aiming to expand its embedded finance services for US businesses. The move could reshape how small and medium firms access payments, deposits, and credit tools
Visa Moves to Acquire BioCatch as TMX Group Reshapes US Markets
Visa's planned $2.4 billion acquisition of BioCatch and TMX Group's $800 million investment in MEMX highlight a week of major fintech deals, regulatory fines, and new banking ventures with global implications for payments and compliance
Tracing the Origins of Coin Collecting and Early Dealers
Explore the documented beginnings of coin collecting, from ancient rulers and Renaissance scholars to the first professional coin dealers in the United States, and see how the hobby evolved into a global pursuit
Japan and US Intervene to Support Yen, Targeting USD/JPY Below 155
Japan and the United States have jointly intervened in currency markets to strengthen the yen, aiming to push the USD/JPY rate below 155. The move highlights the scale and complexity of coordinated interventions and their impact on global reserves
US Support for Japanese Yen Faces Structural Obstacles
Recent US intervention to bolster the Japanese yen is unlikely to deliver a lasting turnaround, as Japan's policy priorities, interest-rate gap, and intervention design continue to favor a weaker yen and support exporters
How the 1851 Humbert $50 Slug Shaped California's Gold Economy
The 1851 Augustus Humbert $50 gold slug, a rare coin from California's Gold Rush, bridged the gap between raw gold and trusted money. Its story reveals how early Californians turned gold dust into a functioning currency system
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