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Giesecke+Devrient: Ghana CBDC Nullifies the Need for Multiple Intermediaries in Cross-Border Payments

Giesecke+Devrient: Ghana CBDC Nullifies the Need for Multiple Intermediaries in Cross-Border PaymentsThe recently completed proof of concept by the Bank of Ghana and the Monetary Authority of Singapore demonstrated that the latter’s central bank digital currency enables cross-border payments, excluding many intermediaries and associated costs. Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) stated that the proof of concept (POC) demonstrated the effectiveness of utilizing digital credentials for international trade and cross-border […]

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China and Kazakhstan Sign CBDC Collaboration Agreement

China and Kazakhstan Sign CBDC Collaboration AgreementThe People’s Bank of China and the National Bank of Kazakhstan have signed an agreement to collaborate on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). This collaboration agreement, formalized during President Xi Jinping’s visit to Kazakhstan, aims to enhance CBDC research through joint initiatives and professional development. China and Kazakhstan to Collaborate on Central Bank Digital Currencies […]

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Israel’s Digital Shekel Plans Hinge on ECB’s Digital Currency Move

Israel’s Digital Shekel Plans Hinge on ECB’s Digital Currency MoveThe Bank of Israel (BOI) is exploring a central bank digital currency (CBDC), a digital shekel, to modernize Israel’s payment system and drive innovation. However, BOI Deputy Governor Andrew Abir stated that the BOI is waiting for a major central bank, likely the European Central Bank (ECB), to introduce a digital currency before proceeding. This […]

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France and Hong Kong Collaborate to Advance Global Tokenization Market With CBDC Initiatives

France and Hong Kong Collaborate to Advance Global Tokenization Market With CBDC InitiativesThe Banque de France (BDF) and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) have announced a collaboration on wholesale central bank digital currency (wCBDC). This partnership includes the HKMA’s involvement in Wave 2 of the European Central Bank’s Eurosystem exploratory work. The institutions signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to innovate in wCBDC and tokenization markets, […]

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North Carolina Governor Vetoes Bill Banning State Use of Central Bank Digital Currencies

North Carolina Governor Vetoes Bill Banning State Use of Central Bank Digital CurrenciesThe governor of the U.S. state of North Carolina has vetoed House Bill 690, which seeks to ban state payments using central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and the state’s participation in the Federal Reserve’s CBDC testing. The governor argued the bill was premature and emphasized the need for more funding for cybersecurity. House Bill 690 […]

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Bahamas to Mandate Banks to Distribute Central Bank Digital Currency

Bahamas to Mandate Banks to Distribute Central Bank Digital CurrencyThe Bahamas, the first country to issue a central bank digital currency (CBDC) called the Sand Dollar, is preparing regulations to mandate commercial banks to provide access to the e-money to boost adoption. Central Bank Governor John Rolle indicated that these regulations would be implemented within two years. “We’ve begun to signal that to our […]

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North Carolina Passes Bill to Block State Participation in Federal CBDC Testing

North Carolina Passes Bill to Block State Participation in Federal CBDC TestingThe General Assembly of the U.S. state of North Carolina has approved a bill that prevents the state from participating in the Federal Reserve’s testing of a central bank digital currency (CBDC). The General Assembly is North Carolina’s legislative body, comprising two chambers: the House of Representatives and the Senate. The bill passed with significant […]

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India’s Digital Rupee Usage Drops Drastically After Initial Surge

India’s Digital Rupee Usage Drops Drastically After Initial SurgeIndia’s central bank digital currency (CBDC), the digital rupee, has experienced a significant decline in usage, decreasing to a tenth of its peak in December 2023, according to sources involved in the pilot project. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) initially reached 1 million daily retail transactions with the digital rupee by incentivizing banks and […]

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Digital Euro Holding Limit: Debate Continues

Digital Euro Holding Limit: Debate ContinuesThe president of Germany’s central bank has highlighted the ongoing debate about the holding limit for the digital euro, Europe’s central bank digital currency (CBDC). He noted that recent Bundesbank research indicates that the optimal amount could be in the range of 1,500 to 2,500 digital euros per person. ‘The Jury Is Still Out Here’ […]

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Iran Officially Unveils Central Bank Digital Currency Project

Iran Officially Unveils Central Bank Digital Currency ProjectIran officially unveiled its central bank digital currency (CBDC) on Sunday during a ceremony attended by Central Bank of Iran (CBI) Governor Mohammad Reza Farzin and chief executives of several major banks. This digital currency, issued electronically by the central bank, aims to streamline transactions within the country’s banking system. A pilot project will commence […]

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