Fb formally launches Libra cryptocurrency in spite of high-profile defections

The social-media large moved ahead with its new virtual cryptocurrency in spite of intense grievance from regulators
The social-media giant moved forward with its new digital cryptocurrency despite intense criticism from regulators

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