Central Bank Digital Currency
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
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
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
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
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
South Korea's Bank of Korea launches Phase 2 of its CBDC pilot, featuring new banking-like features and increased user engagement...
