Central Bank Digital Currency

Japan CBDC tests hit 50K TPS, but digital yen still distant
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14 September, 2026

Japan CBDC tests hit 50K TPS, but digital yen still distant

Japan’s digital yen pilot cleared key technical hurdles, but the Bank of Japan has yet to decide on issuance as...
Germany leads MiCA licenses as EU tightens crypto rules
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27 August, 2026

Germany leads MiCA licenses as EU tightens crypto rules

Germany leads in the EU in MiCA licenses as 14 non-EU crypto firms face transaction bans, while the ECB moves...
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...
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...
India adds ‘crypto’ assets, CBDCs to tax reporting guidelines
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11 August, 2026

India adds ‘crypto’ assets, CBDCs to tax reporting guidelines

India is updating its tax reporting guidance to include digital currencies, enhancing due diligence for financial institutions under the CARF.
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...