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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...
4 parts of BRC-100 wallet, and explaining what actually matters
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18 August, 2026

4 parts of BRC-100 wallet, and explaining what actually matters

What is a BRC-100 wallet? Explore its four components, recovery requirements, funding challenges, and key insights from Bridget Doran.
Lebanon secures $150M for digitalization as India eyes UPI fees
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18 August, 2026

Lebanon secures $150M for digitalization as India eyes UPI fees

Lebanon secures $150 million from the World Bank for digital transformation, while India paves the way for merchant fees on...
Nigeria’s central bank opens regulatory sandbox for digital assets
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17 August, 2026

Nigeria’s central bank opens regulatory sandbox for digital assets

Nigeria's CBN launches its Regulatory Sandbox Programme, supporting innovation in digital assets and financial services while ensuring consumer protection.
Respect the Mandala network!
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17 August, 2026

Respect the Mandala network!

In this piece, Kurt Wuckert Jr. explores the Mandala network’s three-layer design and how separation of concerns helps it scale...
Stablecoins hit $135B in non-wholesale cross-border payments
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17 August, 2026

Stablecoins hit $135B in non-wholesale cross-border payments

Stablecoins hit $135B in cross-border payments in 2025, while the IMF warns dollar-backed tokens could reshape FX demand in emerging...