
Article by Wahid Pessarlay
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1 November, 2022
China’s digital yuan wins big in cross-border pilot but potential pitfalls threaten efforts
China's adoption rates of its digital yuan have soared since its introduction, but privacy concerns and a gloomy economic outlook...
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1 November, 2022
Visa delves deeper into virtual currencies with trademark applications
Competition in the payments industry heats up as Visa looks to become a key player in the digital asset sector,...
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31 October, 2022
Turkey’s central bank set to launch state-backed digital currency in 2023
Turkey is slated to roll out its digital lira in 2023 as part of its goal to reach the unbanked...
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UAE central bank completes CBDC pilot, eyes international usage for cross-border payments
Apart from improving cross-border payments, CBUAE’s governor noted that the pilot was also targeted at enhancing the local financial sector...
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30 October, 2022
Nigeria resorts to auto rickshaws to drive eNaira adoption
The lack of clarity on CBDCs and virtual currencies among Nigerians led to a slump in eNaira adoption rates, forcing...
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29 October, 2022
Vietnam PM calls for more detailed digital currency regulation
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh is calling for action as he believes “it is necessary to study appropriate sanctions, and...
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