Finance

Are digital wallets replacing traditional bank accounts?
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13 July, 2026

Are digital wallets replacing traditional bank accounts?

The Philippine Blockchain Week showcased a new path for financial inclusion, emphasizing how digital wallets and stablecoins are transforming finance.
Philippines sees economic gains from Project Agila
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10 July, 2026

Philippines sees economic gains from Project Agila

The Philippine central bank advances digital finance with Project Agila as QR Ph is now the most-used payment option for...
Thailand expands QR payments for tourists, eyes baht stablecoin
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3 July, 2026

Thailand expands QR payments for tourists, eyes baht stablecoin

Thailand enhances its digital tourism with an expanded QR payment system for travelers and plans for a baht-pegged stablecoin to...
BIS report flags stablecoins’ flaws, dollarization risk
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30 June, 2026

BIS report flags stablecoins’ flaws, dollarization risk

A BIS report warns stablecoins are ill-suited as money due to trust issues and dollarization risks, while highlighting blockchain's broader...
South Korea seeks wider, stricter Travel Rule enforcement
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29 June, 2026

South Korea seeks wider, stricter Travel Rule enforcement

South Korea’s Financial Intelligence Unit urges expanding FATF’s crypto Travel Rule, calling for stricter AML controls and stronger global enforcement.
Philippines advances digital inclusion through e-wallets
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29 June, 2026

Philippines advances digital inclusion through e-wallets

The Philippines boosts digital finance, with Maya providing fuel subsidies to PUV drivers and GCash offering digital wallet services to...