Crypto exchange Binance challenges Facebook's Libra with its own platform (2024)

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Binance wants governments and corporations to build stablecoins on its Binance Chain.

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Facebook's Libra hasn't even properly launched yet (and it won't for many more months), and competitors are already cropping up.

Binance, one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges by volume, has announced Project Venus, an initiative to create localized stablecoins -- cryptocurrencies whose value is pegged to that of an asset such as gold or the U.S. dollar -- all across the globe.

Like Facebook's Libra, Venus is an open blockchain project, and Binance is seeking partners among governments and corporations to create stablecoins that will "empower developed and developing countries to spur new currencies."

But unlike Libra, whose announcement was supported by a hefty amount of documentation, the details about Project Venus are scarce and boil down to a short announcement on Binance's site.

It appears that the company plans to use its Binance Chain to launch these stablecoins. Binance points out it has already issued several of those, including the BTC-pegged BTCB and the British Pount-pegged BGBP.

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Another big difference between Venus and Libra is that Facebook has secured a large number of big partners for the launch, while Binance appears to be merely issuing a call for all interested parties to participate.

"Binance will provide full-process technical support, compliance risk control system and multi-dimensional cooperation network to build Venus, leveraging its existing infrastructure and regulatory establishments," said the company in the announcement.

Binance's initiative appears to be less fleshed out than Libra, but Binance does have the advantage of being a well-known name in the cryptospace, as well as already having some of the infrastructure needed to launch new cryptocurrencies. Facebook's enormous reach and privacy-related issues have prompted regulators to bludgeon Facebook with questions on compliance with laws and regulations; Binance, which was founded in China but has since moved to Malta, probably won't have to deal with such issues -- at least not right away.

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Crypto exchange Binance challenges Facebook's Libra with its own platform (2024)

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Crypto exchange Binance challenges Facebook's Libra with its own platform? ›

Crypto exchange Binance challenges Facebook's Libra with its own platform. Binance wants governments and corporations to build stablecoins on its Binance Chain. Facebook's Libra hasn't even properly launched yet (and it won't for many more months), and competitors are already cropping up.

How does Facebook Libra work? ›

Using Libra Coin for Transactions

You buy the currency through a digital wallet and use it for various online transactions. Whether sending money to friends or buying goods online, investing in Libra coin aims to make these processes smoother. Its global reach means you can send money across borders without hefty fees.

What is the Libra cryptocurrency on Facebook? ›

Libra was a cryptocurrency created by Facebook, designed to be a simple, low-fee stablecoin to be used around the world.

What is the new name of Facebook cryptocurrency Libra? ›

Diem (formerly known as Libra) was a permissioned blockchain-based stablecoin payment system proposed by the American social media company Facebook. The plan also included a private currency implemented as a cryptocurrency.

Is Libra available on Binance? ›

This Libra Protocol (LBR) is currently not available on Binance for purchase or trade.

Why was Libra shut down? ›

Launched as Libra in 2019, the project quickly ran into opposition from policy-makers. The association said it became clear from "dialogue with federal regulators" that the project could not move ahead.

Is Facebook Libra available? ›

The Diem project, launched by Facebook as "Libra" in 2019, is shutting down following scrutiny from financial regulators. The so-called stablecoin was to be pegged to the US dollar.

How does Libra make money? ›

That might look like becoming an entrepreneur and hiring people they know, or maybe working remotely to allow a seamless balance of work and home life. Even though Libra loves nice things, he or she considers that the icing on the cake, and will make all career and financial decisions based on overall quality of life.

Can I buy Libra cryptocurrency? ›

You can refer to Coinmarketcap.com's Markets section to find the list of centralized exchange the coin is listed on. Another option to buy the Libra Protocol is through a decentralized exchange (DEX) which supports the blockchain where your Libra Protocol resides.

What is the currency of Libra? ›

Facebook says Libra is a “global currency and financial infrastructure”. In other words, it is a digital asset built by Facebook and powered by a new Facebook-created version of blockchain, the encrypted technology used by bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.

What is the point of Libra? ›

Libra (September 23 - October 22) is an air sign represented by the scales (interestingly, the only inanimate object of the zodiac), an association that reflects Libra's fixation on balance and harmony. Libra is obsessed with symmetry and strives to create equilibrium in all areas of life.

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