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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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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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Asia’s Stablecoin Power Play: How Hong Kong and South Korea Are Redefining Digital Finance
As central bank digital currency (CBDC) projects lose momentum in Asia, two regional powerhouses—South Korea and Hong Kong—are emerging as…
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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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JP Morgan Slaps “Underweight” on Circle, Despite Strong USDC Outlook
JP Morgan analysts launched coverage of Circle on Monday with an “Underweight” rating, arguing the stablecoin issuer’s stock has surged…
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EU Officials Warn: Trump’s Crypto Push Could Threaten Europe’s Financial Stability
European financial officials have expressed concerns that former U.S. President Donald Trump’s embrace of digital assets—particularly dollar-pegged stablecoins—could pose risks…
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UN Official Urges Exploration of Digital Currencies for Human Development
A senior United Nations official has called on the organization to explore the potential role of digital currencies, central bank…
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Iran’s Central Bank Plans Digital Rial Launch and New Financial Strategies
The Central Bank of Iran is preparing to launch its digital currency, the Digital Rial, as part of a broader…
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Morocco Moves Toward Crypto Regulation with Draft Law and CBDC Exploration
Morocco is taking steps to regulate cryptocurrencies, with a draft law currently in the process of adoption, according to Abdellatif…
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