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Study shows Australians value privacy over safety with CBDC
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18 April, 2024

Study shows Australians value privacy over safety with CBDC

A recent study found that Australians trust commercial banks as much as the central bank but are willing to pay...
Hong Kong still weighing whether retail CBDC benefits outweigh the risks
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18 April, 2024

Hong Kong still weighing whether retail CBDC benefits outweigh the risks

The HKMA chief executive says the central bank is still determining whether there is a real need for a retail...
PayPal removes user protection for NFT transactions
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17 April, 2024

PayPal removes user protection for NFT transactions

PayPal has withdrawn its protection for NFTs exceeding $10,000; those under $10,000 will be covered unless the buyer claims it’s...
Global securities watchdogs’ association IOSCO to focus on tokenization, AI
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17 April, 2024

Global securities watchdogs’ association IOSCO to focus on tokenization, AI

IOSCO has revised its annual work plan to include a renewed focus on tokenization while also monitoring the implementation of...
Stablecoins show promise in payments, but regulatory fragmentation hinders adoption: BIS
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17 April, 2024

Stablecoins show promise in payments, but regulatory fragmentation hinders adoption: BIS

In a new report, the BIS surveyed 11 jurisdictions and their stablecoin approaches, concluding that the lack of harmony presented...
Stablecoins gaining traction in cross-border payments: Report
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16 April, 2024

Stablecoins gaining traction in cross-border payments: Report

The Bernstein report notes that payment giants like Visa and PayPal and regional fintech firms are increasingly using stablecoins to...

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