
Article by Wahid Pessarlay
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19 January, 2023
Tanzania opts for ‘cautious’ approach in its CBDC development
Bank of Tanzania stated that while CBDCs offer myriad benefits, there are still major pitfalls that could adversely affect the...
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19 January, 2023
Thailand central bank to allow digital banks to operate by 2025
Assistant Gov. Tharith Panpiemras revealed that virtual banks would be regulated in the same manner as traditional financial institutions, including...
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18 January, 2023
European law enforcement unravels digital asset scam ring
The raid resulted in the seizure of $1 million worth of digital assets, luxury apartments, and three cars, with over...
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17 January, 2023
Philippines central bank pushes through with wholesale CBDC plans to improve payments
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas said it will not be exploring the retail version of its central bank digital currency but...
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17 January, 2023
Samsung’s investment arm keen on offering spot digital currency ETFs to Hong Kong investors
Sam Park, CEO of Samsung Asset Management in Hong Kong, expressed optimism that the city-state will soon give the green...
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17 January, 2023
Jack Ma cedes control of Ant Group following a massive corporate restructuring
Other changes to Ant Group’s structure include increasing independent directions and forming three sub-committees bordering on risk management, consumer rights,...
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