Scott Bessent, the U.S. Treasury Secretary, publicly opposed the implementation of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) on May 6, 2025. This statement could have significant repercussions for […]
U.S. Treasury Secretary Opposes Federal Reserve Digital Currency: Bitcoin Beneficiaries
In a major development, U.S. Treasury Secretary Nadine Bessent has voiced her staunch opposition to a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) issued by the Federal Reserve. Her declaration […]
Ripple’s Private Ledger Explained: A Secret System for Banks
A new wave of speculation has swept through the XRP community after prominent analyst All Things XRP published a report highlighting what some believe to be a ‘secret […]
European & Chinese CBDCs: Navigating Implementation Challenges in a Globalized World
Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are gaining momentum globally, with the European Central Bank (ECB) aiming for a 2025 launch of its digital euro and China further expanding […]
Digital Currencies Face Struggles in Adoption: From China to Europe
Despite years of development and experimentation, a global push for central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) has hit an unexpected snag. Olga Goncharova, former Binance executive now leading consulting […]
CBDCs: A Technological Costly Imitation, Not Fintech Success
Despite global CBDC initiatives not failing, their potential as a disruptive financial technology has been largely unfulfilled, according to Olga Goncharova, CEO of Rizz Go and former Binance […]
Belarus Aims for Full Circulation of Digital Ruble by 2026
Belarus is targeting a full launch of its digital ruble in late 2026, led by the National Bank of Belarus and overseen by Chairman Roman Golovchenko. This initiative […]
North Carolina Proposes Digital Asset Freedom Act Amidst Anti-CBDC Efforts
Representative Neal Jackson introduced North Carolina’s Digital Asset Freedom Act on April 10, 2025. This legislation aims to legitimize digital assets as a form of payment, including for […]
South Korean Crypto Investors Embrace CBDC Pilot Program: Survey Shows Strong Support
A recent survey reveals the enthusiastic response of South Korean investors to the Bank of Korea’s (BOK) Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) pilot program. The survey, conducted by […]
House Advances Bill Blocking Federal CBDC Development Amid Privacy Concerns
The U.S. House Financial Services Committee took a significant step towards restricting federal banks from utilizing or issuing Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) by advancing the CBDC Anti-Surveillance […]
U.S. House Passes Bill Blocking Federal Digital Currency
The U.S. House of Representatives voted to block the Federal Reserve from creating a central bank digital currency (CBDC), advancing legislation backed by Rep. Tom Emmer. The Anti-CBDC […]
XRP Revolution: Kid’s Hackathon Innovation Solves Trillion Dollar Problem; Coinbase Case Dropped, Europe Eyes Digital Euro
A recent hackathon unveiling a revolutionary payment terminal on the XRP Ledger has garnered attention for its ability to tackle the trillions of dollars in point-of-sale fees. Xeno, […]
DekaBank Launches Secure Crypto Trading for Institutions in Germany
German financial institution DekaBank has launched crypto trading and custody services specifically for institutional clients, marking a significant step into the digital assets market. The bank secured BaFin […]