In a recent statement, Federal Reserve board member Christopher J. Waller emphasized that stablecoins are currently more suitable for payment transactions than central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). This […]
Waller: Stablecoins as Payment Tools, Not Central Bank Digital Currency
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller has clarified his stance on stablecoins, characterizing them as merely payment tools and not a form of central bank digital currency (CBDC). In […]
China Outlaws Individual Cryptocurrency Holdings: Impact on Market and Digital Yuan
China has implemented a new nationwide ban prohibiting the personal ownership of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, in a move seen as intensifying its crackdown on digital assets. This policy […]
Digital Euro: The Key to Mitigating Cryptocurrency Risks in Europe
Fabio Panetta, former European Central Bank official and Governor of the Bank of Italy, emphasizes the need for a digital euro to navigate the risks associated with cryptocurrency […]
RBI Unveils Plans to Expand Digital Rupee for Global Adoption
India’s central bank is taking its digital rupee initiative a step further with plans to expand features and facilitate cross-border transactions. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has […]
India Expands CBDC Pilot Program, Adding New Features and Addressing Privacy Concerns
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has expanded its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) pilot program, aiming to broaden both retail and wholesale applications. According to CNBC’s latest […]
India Expands Digital Rupee Pilot with New Features and Increased Adoption
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is set to expand its digital rupee (CBDC) pilot program in the 2024-25 fiscal year, adding new capabilities like programmability and offline […]
Quant (QNT) Price Surges 16% Fueled by CBDC Collaboration and Institutional Interest
Quant, the company behind the QNT cryptocurrency token, has experienced a notable surge in its price, rising by over 16%. This impressive rise is attributed to several factors: […]
Quant Network Soars 20% on ECB Digital Euro Partnership
The price of Quant Network’s QNT token surged by over 20% in May 2025 following an announcement of a strategic partnership with the European Central Bank (ECB) for […]
South Korea Unveils Public Blockchain Deposit Tokens Pilot Program
The Bank of Korea is taking a bold step towards the future of finance by exploring the use of public blockchains for deposit tokens. Launching in April and […]
Michigan Lawmakers Introduce Four Crypto Bills Covering Retirement Funds, CBDCs and Mining
Four new bills have been introduced by Michigan lawmakers focusing on cryptocurrencies. The proposals cover topics such as state retirement funds, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), and Bitcoin […]
Michigan House Introduces Bills to Resist Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)
The Michigan House of Representatives recently introduced a series of bills aimed at opposing the development and implementation of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) by the Federal […]
India’s Digital Rupee Pilot: Setting the Benchmark for Global CBDCs
The world is witnessing a surge in the adoption of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) as central banks worldwide actively explore, test, and pilot their own digital versions. […]
South Korea’s Central Bank Gears Up for Digital Currency Talks with Major Banks
The world of finance is witnessing a rapid transformation, with central banks at the forefront of exploring new frontiers in digital currency. In anticipation of these developments, South […]
Russia Restricts Tether (USDT), Prioritizes National Cryptocurrency Autonomy
In a move that signals a significant shift in Russia’s crypto policies, the Central Bank of Russia has restricted stablecoins like Tether (USDT). This action is driven by […]