Finance

Nigeria targets 95% financial inclusion, expands digital ID
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25 August, 2026

Nigeria targets 95% financial inclusion, expands digital ID

Nigeria aims to achieve 95% financial inclusion through improved digital payment channels and a national digital ID system, fostering economic...
China adds 8 banks to digital yuan operator roster
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24 August, 2026

China adds 8 banks to digital yuan operator roster

China’s central bank has added eight banks to its digital yuan operator list, expanding the network as authorities seek to...
Austria sanctions Bitpanda, first penalty under MiCA
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21 August, 2026

Austria sanctions Bitpanda, first penalty under MiCA

Bitpanda is facing a €70,000 fine over MiCA violations, marking the first penalty under the EU's digital currency regulation framework.
Mobile payments up in UK but debit cards remain king—for now
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20 August, 2026

Mobile payments up in UK but debit cards remain king—for now

Debit cards remain the U.K.’s most-used payment method as remote banking and contactless services continue to gain popularity, according to...
Fiji’s Bank of South Pacific brings e-wallet to broader audience
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19 August, 2026

Fiji’s Bank of South Pacific brings e-wallet to broader audience

Fiji is modernizing financial services as BSP launches its eDollar app, boosting digital payments and financial inclusion through easy QR...
Hong Kong, Japan lead APAC blockchain payments push
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18 August, 2026

Hong Kong, Japan lead APAC blockchain payments push

Blockchain is gaining attention in Asia Pacific cross-border payments, with 26% of regional news coverage focusing on CBDCs, stablecoins, and...