China

China shifts digital yuan policy to add wallet interest
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5 January, 2026

China shifts digital yuan policy to add wallet interest

Starting January 1, 2026, China’s central bank will pay interest on digital yuan wallets, pushing adoption of e-CNY amid global...
China moves to rein in ‘anthropomorphic’ AI chatbots
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5 January, 2026

China moves to rein in ‘anthropomorphic’ AI chatbots

China’s CAC unveiled draft rules to curb humanlike AI, targeting personality simulation and emotional interaction in consumer-facing services.
Shutdowns hit mining in China—400K rigs go dark in Xinjiang
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23 December, 2025

Shutdowns hit mining in China—400K rigs go dark in Xinjiang

Rumored BTC mining shutdowns in China’s Xinjiang cut global hash rate nearly 8%, exposing risks of underground operations in a...
South Africa finds no ‘strong immediate need’ for a retail CBDC
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16 December, 2025

South Africa finds no ‘strong immediate need’ for a retail CBDC

South Africa’s central bank believes that a retail CBDC is “technically feasible” and could be implemented to align with policy...
The new map of BTC mining
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15 December, 2025

The new map of BTC mining

American Bitcoin mining has surged, now controlling nearly 40% of global hash rate, driven by low energy costs and favorable...
The shadow over Bitmain: Why Washington now eyes BTC miners
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9 December, 2025

The shadow over Bitmain: Why Washington now eyes BTC miners

Bitcoin mining has entered global power games, and users can no longer ignore who builds the machines that keep the...