Finance

South Korea CBDC ‘Project Hangang’ phase 2 targets 500K users
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27 July, 2026

South Korea CBDC ‘Project Hangang’ phase 2 targets 500K users

South Korea's Bank of Korea launches Phase 2 of its CBDC pilot, featuring new banking-like features and increased user engagement...
South Korea expands state assets; Japan tightens ‘crypto’ rules
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22 July, 2026

South Korea expands state assets; Japan tightens ‘crypto’ rules

South Korea plans to include digital assets within a new state asset management framework, while Japan enacts stricter digital currency...
Visa begins beta testing stablecoin platform for fintechs
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21 July, 2026

Visa begins beta testing stablecoin platform for fintechs

Visa launches its Stablecoin Platform, enabling financial institutions to efficiently manage, mint, and use stablecoins within a secure environment.
Pakistan digitizes remittance sector as Mideast tensions mount
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20 July, 2026

Pakistan digitizes remittance sector as Mideast tensions mount

Pakistan targets 100% digital remittances as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif orders full digitization of overseas inflows to support a cashless...
SWIFT launches 24/7 blockchain for tokenized cross-border payments
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15 July, 2026

SWIFT launches 24/7 blockchain for tokenized cross-border payments

SWIFT pilots a blockchain ledger for 24/7 tokenized payments, enhancing cross-border transactions with real-time settlements and improved efficiency.
Russia sets digital ruble launch amid public skepticism
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15 July, 2026

Russia sets digital ruble launch amid public skepticism

Russia is set to launch the digital ruble on September 1, with the central bank partnering with banks and retailers...