CBDC
Discover the latest in Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and state-backed digital currencies. Get updates on adoption, rules, real-world uses, and new technologies shaping the future of digital money worldwide.
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UAE Completes First National Transaction Using the Digital Dirham
The UAE government has officially conducted its first-ever national transaction using the Digital Dirham, marking a historic step toward building…
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Chainlink Powers First Blockchain Trade Settlement Between Brazil and Hong Kong
Brazil and Hong Kong have successfully executed a cross-border trade finance pilot using blockchain technology and digital currencies, which is…
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Kyrgyzstan Joins the Digital Currency Race with CZ-Backed Stablecoin
Kyrgyzstan is moving deeper into the digital economy with the launch of a new stablecoin, KGST, and plans for a…
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China’s Crypto Strategy: Turning Digital Money into a Geopolitical Weapon
China is increasingly using cryptocurrencies and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) as instruments of statecraft, leveraging digital assets to reshape…
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India’s Digital Future: A CBDC Vision or a Missed Crypto Opportunity?
India is strengthening its commitment to developing a central bank digital currency (CBDC) while continuing to discourage the use of…
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UAE Digital Dirham Welcomes Former R3 Executive as COO Ahead of November Update
The UAE Digital Dirham program is entering a new phase as the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) announced the…
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Stablecoins, Deposit Tokens, and the UAE’s Next Banking Question
The UAE was among the first regulators globally to publish a clear rulebook for virtual assets, including stablecoins. One local…
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CBDCs Between Progress and Stagnation: BIS 2024 Survey in Perspective
The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) has released its 2024 survey on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and crypto assets,…
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CBUAE Report Signals Near-Term Launch of Digital Dirham, Highlights Key Design Features
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has published a comprehensive report detailing the progress, design principles, and policy framework…
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Bank of England Rethinks Digital Pound as Doubts Grow Over CBDC Necessity
The Bank of England (BoE) is reportedly reconsidering its plans to introduce a central bank digital currency (CBDC), commonly referred…
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