A recent report by the Swedish Riksbank sheds light on the convergence of stablecoin policies between the United States and the European Union, despite diverging regulatory frameworks. The […]
South Africa Prioritizes Payments Over CBDC: Modernization Takes Center Stage
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has announced a shift in priorities, focusing on upgrading its existing payment systems rather than launching a consumer-facing central bank digital currency […]
Fed Faces Uncertainty as Members Debate December Rate Hike
The Federal Reserve faces a tightrope walk in its December policy decision, with members debating the optimal direction for interest rates. While market predictions fluctuate between cuts and […]
Czech Central Bank Invests in Bitcoin: First-of-its-Kind Experiment
The Czech National Bank has taken a groundbreaking step by purchasing Bitcoin, marking the first time a central bank is investing in digital assets through an experimental initiative. […]
Japan’s FSA Approves Pilot for Joint Yen-Backed Stablecoin
The Financial Services Agency (FSA) of Japan has approved a groundbreaking pilot project involving the country’s largest banks, Mitsubishi UFJ Bank, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC), and Mizuho […]
Bybit Insights Report: Markets Unsettled after October Rate Cut Amidst Uncertainty about December Fed Decision
Dubai, UAE – October 31, 2025 – In its latest Bybit Crypto Insights Report, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, Bybit delves into market dynamics following […]
Central Banks Embark on Digital Currency Efforts: Global Reactions Vary
Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) are gaining traction worldwide as governments globally explore and pilot digital fiat currency initiatives. As of September 2025, over 87 countries, representing nearly […]
ECB Digital Euro Raises Concerns About Bank Disintermediation, Safeguards Implemented
The European Central Bank (ECB) released a study highlighting potential risks associated with its digital euro project in Europe, including concerns about bank deposit outflows. These findings raise […]
The Central Bank’s Influence in the Post-Blockchain Era
Understanding the role of central banks in the blockchain ecosystem is paramount. The CBN’s dominance has been a defining factor for agents operating on this technology.
Deutsche Bank Predicts Major Role for Bitcoin in Central Bank Balance Sheets
The age-old rivalry between Bitcoin and gold has intensified, with traditional investors arguing that Bitcoin cannot replace the golden standard. However, recent trends point to a changing tide […]
CBDCs: Global Adoption Soars as 134 Nations Join Cross-Border Initiatives
Cross-border Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are seeing explosive growth, with 134 nations actively exploring or implementing these digital currencies. This surge is driven by major central banks […]
Schnabel Warns of Fed Independence Risks, Threatens Global Financial Stability
Isabel Schnabel, a prominent member of the European Central Bank (ECB), has issued a stark warning about the potential destabilizing effects of political interference on the Federal Reserve’s […]
Europe’s Crisis Deepens: Why the ECB Can’t Solve It This Time
The eurozone is experiencing a systemic crisis far beyond France’s struggles. Massive injections from the European Central Bank (ECB) have failed to address the stagnation and unsustainable debt […]
Concerns Raised About Potential Impact on Federal Reserve Independence
Stephen Harmalik, Chief Economist at Economics Unchained, expresses concern over the weakening of central bank independence as a fundamental pillar of global financial stability since the early 1990s. […]
Crypto Market Suffers Massive Losses After Powell Hints at Policy Shift
The global financial markets have experienced a significant upheaval following Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s recent comments hinting at potential changes in monetary policy. Powell’s remarks, which came […]