Recent events
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2026
Libresse withdraws V-Kebaya advertisement after backlash
Libresse withdrew an advertisement from various channels after religious organisations criticised its vulva-inspired campaign. The brand said it valued feedback and was engaging with community members.
2020
Libra appoints James Emmett to lead operations
The Libra project appointed former HSBC executive James Emmett to lead its operations department and develop and operate its cryptocurrency payment system. He was scheduled to join Libra Networks LLC on October 1 as managing director.
2019
Booking Holdings announces withdrawal from Libra
Booking Holdings said it would withdraw from Facebook-led cryptocurrency project Libra. The report describes an announced intention to leave, not a completed withdrawal.
2019
Four companies announce withdrawal from the Libra project
eBay, Stripe, Mastercard and Visa announced that they would withdraw from Facebook's Libra cryptocurrency project.
2019
Four companies announce withdrawal from Libra
eBay, Stripe, Mastercard and Visa announced that they would withdraw from Facebook’s Libra cryptocurrency project. The article also quotes Visa saying it would continue to evaluate its participation, leaving its final decision subject to factors including regulatory expectations.
2019
PayPal withdraws from the Libra project
PayPal announced that it was withdrawing from the digital-currency project led by Facebook, ending its participation in the Libra Association.
2019
Libra Association discusses Libra with EU regulators
The Libra Association said it was discussing issues related to Libra with EU regulators after opposition to Facebook's cryptocurrency in Germany and France.
2019
Libra Association responds to regulatory concerns
The Libra Association said it was working with regulators to address concerns about how the Libra system would comply with anti-money-laundering requirements.