Kyrgyzstan has taken a significant step towards the implementation of its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), dubbed the ‘digital som’. The country’s legal framework, outlining the future launch […]
Kyrgyzstan and Wyoming Drive Digital Currency Advancements
Kyrgyzstan and Wyoming are taking concrete steps to advance their digital currency initiatives, driven by regulatory changes and a desire for financial innovation. These nations aim to leverage […]
Kyrgyzstan Legalizes Digital Som as Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)
Kyrgyzstan has taken a significant step towards embracing digital finance by enacting legal legislation that establishes the digital som as a legal tender within its currency framework. The […]
Kyrgyzstan Launches Pilot Project for its National Digital Currency ‘Digital Som’
Kyrgyzstan’s President Sadyr Japarov has signed regulations that will grant legal status to the national digital currency, ‘digital som.’ This landmark step formalizes the country’s Central Bank Digital […]
Ripple Takes Center Stage at Paris Blockchain Week, Unveiling Digital Euro Infrastructure
At the heart of Paris Blockchain Week, Ripple made a significant announcement: it’s actively collaborating with French banks to develop infrastructure for the digital euro. This move was […]
Russia Urged to Develop National Stablecoin Amid Global Payment Transformation
Ivan Chebeskov, head of the Digital Financial Assets Department at the Russian Ministry of Finance, has called for Russia’s development of a national stablecoin. This move aligns with […]
Dr. Saifedean Ammous Joins Forces with Lomond School to Integrate Bitcoin into Education Curriculum
A groundbreaking partnership between renowned economist Dr. Saifedean Ammous and Lomond School in Scotland marks a significant step towards integrating Bitcoin into educational curricula. This collaboration will introduce […]
Russia’s Central Bank Invests in Crypto, Seeks Legal Framework for Payments
The head of Russia’s central bank has acknowledged growing interest from Russian businesses in crypto payments for international trade deals. The governor also revealed plans to expand trials […]
Ross Ulbricht to Speak at Bitcoin Conference After Pardon
Following his pardon by former President Donald Trump, Ross Ulbricht will make his first public appearance at the Bitcoin 2023 conference. This marks a significant moment for both […]
CoinDesk 20 Index Dips Slightly Amidst Market Fluctuations
The CoinDesk 20 Index saw a slight dip on Tuesday, closing at 2164.45 after dropping 0.9% or 20.67 points since 4 p.m. ET. This comprehensive index reflects the […]
South Korea Kicks Off Nationwide CBDC Trial to Improve Digital Payment Infrastructure
South Korea has launched a nationwide trial of its central bank digital currency (CBDC), inviting businesses and consumers to participate in gathering valuable data on the real-world application […]
UAE Unveils New Dirham Symbol, Prepares for Digital Currency Launch by 2025
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is pioneering the modernization of its financial landscape. A new symbol for the Dirham currency and a blockchain-based digital currency, called the Digital […]