India is set to launch its central bank digital currency (CBDC) using blockchain technology, aiming for faster and safer payments. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal confirmed this initiative during […]
India to Launch Sovereign Digital Currency: New Era of Payments Begins
India’s Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced a groundbreaking move – the launch of a sovereign RBI-backed digital currency. This initiative, poised to redefine how 1.4 billion citizens transact […]
India Intensifies Digital Rupee Push, Favoring State-Backed Currency
To reduce reliance on private cryptocurrencies and streamline transactions, India is prioritizing its central bank digital currency (CBDC) rollout. Piyush Goyal, the Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, […]
India Takes Action: Launches RBI-Backed Digital Currency
India is advancing its digital currency strategy with the launch of the e-Rupee, backed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). This move seeks to address the challenges […]
SIX Group Merges Digital Asset Division into Core Exchange Platform
Swiss stock exchange operator SIX Group AG has integrated its digital asset division, SIX Digital Exchange (SDX), into its main trading platform and post-trade services division. The move […]
Analyst Urges Action on CBDCs: ‘Our Time is Running Out’
Crypto analyst CryptoSensei warns that the U.S. risks being left behind in the race for digital currency dominance as more countries actively develop central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). […]
Ripple’s XRP: Could it Reach $50,000 Amidst the Rise of CBDC?
Crypto commentator Levi Rietveld sparked a debate on Sept. 1, 2025, with a bold prediction that Ripple’s XRP could reach $50,000 in the long term. His video, titled […]
US Congress Re-Ignites CBDC Debate: Impact on Crypto Regulation and Markets
The U.S. Congress has reignited discussions on Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) policies following the August recess. Key legislation under consideration could restrict the Federal Reserve’s ability to […]
ECB Moves Forward with Digital Euro Amid Privacy and Banking Concerns
The European Central Bank (ECB) is pressing forward with plans to introduce a digital euro, facing pushback from EU lawmakers over privacy and potential impacts on commercial banks. […]
EU Lawmakers Raise Concerns About ECB’s Digital Euro Initiative
European Central Bank (ECB) officials presented their plan for a digital euro in a recent forum, prompting skepticism from EU lawmakers regarding its potential impact and regulatory implications. […]
Pakistan Navigates Crypto Paradox Amid Regulatory Shifts
Pakistan finds itself navigating a complex landscape regarding cryptocurrencies as regulatory developments gain momentum while the country’s State Bank (SBP) remains steadfast in its 2018 ban on crypto […]
JP Morgan Recognizes Ripple as a Major Player in CBDC Development
JP Morgan has declared Ripple a significant force in the realm of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), placing the company among leading contenders within this burgeoning technology landscape. […]
Japan Post Bank Prepares to Launch Yen-Backed Digital Currency in 2026
Japan Post Bank is set to launch DCJPY, a new digital currency backed by Japanese yen, on a private blockchain network. The move is expected to take place […]
Japan Post Bank’s Digital Currency Plans Unclear, Focus Shifts to Central Bank Initiatives
Rumors of Japan Post Bank’s planned digital currency launch in 2026 remain unconfirmed. While a report from Zhitong Finance and PANews suggests the bank aims to distribute it […]
Hong Kong Authority Promotes Blockchain for Payment Innovation
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority is actively exploring blockchain technology to revolutionize global payments. Vice President Chan Wai-man highlighted the initiative during the 7th Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay […]