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All you need to know about Pix, Brazil’s FedNow
Pix faces scrutiny over its business model, with concerns about pricing, fraud protection, and market disruption.
Korean central bank governor urges CBDC development to compete with stablecoins
Bank of Korea Governor Chang-yong Rhee warned that the rise of stablecoins could pose a significant threat to…
CBDC: Palau satisfied with its Ripple-powered CBDC pilot program
Palau is touting its pilot of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) based on Ripple technology. Despite minor…
UK crypto regulation in focus as BOE targets stablecoins for 2024
The Bank of England is introducing sweeping regulations for stablecoins and digital currencies, but some lawmakers question whether…
A new government report claims most Canadians regret investing in crypto assets
In 2023, the number of cryptocurrency owners in Canada decreased slightly, but the average holdings increased significantly. According…
BIS illustrates how CBDC payments can balance privacy and transparency
A recent report from Project Tourbillon, led by the Bank for International Settlements’ Innovation Hub, reveals significant advancements…
Singapore’s Central Bank Predicts the Demise of Private Crypto
Ravi Menon, the Managing Director of the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), has predicted the fate of private…
China nears end of its multi-year CBDC pilot, ex-PBoC governor says
China is on track with its central bank digital currency trial as final stages are ‘not very far…
Standard Chartered China provides digital yuan exchange services
Multinational banking giant Standard Chartered has begun offering exchange services for the digital yuan, helping to integrate China’s…
South Korea to Launch Digital Currency Pilot Program in 2024
In a move to modernize its financial infrastructure, South Korea is set to embark on a pioneering project…