UK charity National Zakat Foundation begins accepting free cryptocurrency donations

2021-7-10 17:09
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According to a Fintech Times report, the UK charity National Zakat Foundation (NZF) has started accepting cryptocurrencies for free. According to recent data from the Financial Market Conduct Authority (FCA), there are currently 2.3 million people in the UK who own crypto assets, with 78% of under-18s aware of cryptocurrencies. This is an increase of 73% from last year. year. The National Zakat Foundation believes in meeting standards and donations, and promoting cryptocurrency is the next step. Monir Mohammed, CTO at NZF, said: “In a rapidly changing community like ours, it is essential that organizations support the same process. existing donors .... at the same time. "

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