Finance

Philippines: BSP plans CBDC for government bond settlements
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6 February, 2026

Philippines: BSP plans CBDC for government bond settlements

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas eyes wholesale CBDC to settle government bonds, supporting tokenized treasury bonds and interbank payments.
Portugal’s Bison Bank expands into crypto with stablecoin initiative
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5 February, 2026

Portugal’s Bison Bank expands into crypto with stablecoin initiative

Bison Bank plans a Portuguese stablecoin in 2026, aiming to merge traditional finance with blockchain and offer new digital financial...
UK House of Lords Committee launches stablecoin inquiry
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2 February, 2026

UK House of Lords Committee launches stablecoin inquiry

U.K. lawmakers open a House of Lords inquiry into stablecoins as FCA backs sterling tokens, reacting to global market growth...
ECB urges tech service providers to help build digital euros
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2 February, 2026

ECB urges tech service providers to help build digital euros

ECB invites EU-based payment tech providers to take part in workshops on digital euro readiness, ahead of a 2027 pilot...
UK FCA nears end of consultation on cryptoasset regulations
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29 January, 2026

UK FCA nears end of consultation on cryptoasset regulations

The FCA is finalizing regulations for digital currency firms in the U.K., emphasizing consumer protection and international compliance standards.
Digital payments on the rise in Saudia Arabia and Nigeria
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27 January, 2026

Digital payments on the rise in Saudia Arabia and Nigeria

Saudi Arabia and Nigeria witness digital payment growth, with Saudi consumers embracing cashless methods and Nigeria's transactions soaring 276%.