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Blockchain Central Bank Cryptocurrency 
Fintech News
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Coinbase, the global cryptocurrency platform, plans to introduce stablecoins pegged to the Thai baht and Philippine peso as part of its focus on Southeast Asia, according to a report by Nikkei Asia. The company currently has no plans to directly enter Southeast Asian jurisdictions.
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PYMNTS
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Mastercard has announced a new virtual testing platform for Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). The testing tool comes as the global economy embraces digital payments and central banks investigate how to support innovation while maintaining financial stability as they issue the currency. In a Wednesday (Sept.
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PYMNTS
NOVEMBER 10, 2020
PayPal is opening its network to allow consumers to shop using cryptocurrency. The emergence of the “network of network” strategies on the parts of Visa and Mastercard have opened the door for faster payments, for the electronification of payments — and for blockchain to underpin it all. Square bought $50 million of bitcoin.
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PYMNTS
JUNE 8, 2020
United Nations global blockchain expert Massimo Buonomo has foreseen a future where digital currencies could replace low-interest bank accounts, Coindesk reports. In addition, Buonomo said digital currencies, especially central bank digital currencies (CBDC) may eventually be able to replace all bank accounts.
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PYMNTS
FEBRUARY 21, 2020
Sweden’s Riksbank is assessing e-krona, a new form of digital currency that hopes to take the country a step closer to the creation of the world’s first central bank digital currency (CBDC), according to reports on Thursday (Feb. CBDCs are a digital form of traditional money issued and governed by a country’s central bank.
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Clearly Payments
AUGUST 29, 2024
Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) have received attention in recent years as central banks worldwide explore the potential to evolve the way we conduct financial transactions. With the rise of digital payments, cryptocurrencies, and fintech innovations, CBDCs represent a new frontier in the evolution of money.
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Clearly Payments
JANUARY 4, 2024
Since 2009, the financial landscape has been undergoing a transformation with the emergence of cryptocurrencies. As digital currencies grow in popularity , merchants around the world are exploring the potential benefits of accepting payments in cryptocurrency.
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PYMNTS
MAY 21, 2020
The tipping point might be nigh for digital dollars and other central bank-issued currencies done through bits and bytes. Patent and Trademark Office that would create a digital currency underpinned by blockchain technology. A central entity may be a central bank which regulates a monetary supply,” the company wrote. “A
PYMNTS
NOVEMBER 27, 2019
The First Deputy Governor of the central bank of France, Denis Beau, spoke in support of a blockchain-based settlement system that would allow for faster transfers of euros, as well as be more cost-efficient, according to a report by Yahoo! The ECB has been open to the idea, and could already be experimenting.
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Fintech Finance
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Crypto.com has received full approval to provide payment service provider (PSP) services from the Central Bank of Bahrain through its subsidiary registered in the Kingdom of Bahrain under the commercial name “FORIS GFS BH B.S.C. CLOSED”, adding to the company’s significant regulatory milestones in the region.
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PYMNTS
APRIL 21, 2020
The Central Bank of Argentina (BCRA) is trying out blockchain in a new clearing system, and the technology could eventually be used by other large banks, according to CoinDesk. One of the main goals of the project is to show the other uses for blockchain beyond just cryptocurrency.
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PYMNTS
APRIL 14, 2019
The International Monetary Fund ( IMF ) and the World Bank are partnering up to launch a private blockchain and “quasi-cryptocurrency.”. Since the coin has no monetary value, it’s not an actual cryptocurrency, according to The Financial Times.
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 1, 2020
And, of course, as the pandemic hit, a multitude of central banks took a deep dive into the potential risks and rewards of issuing digital central bank currencies, ranging from digital dollars to euros to, well, pretty much everything. Morgan now has its own unit dedicated to blockchain and digital currencies.
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The Fintech Times
DECEMBER 3, 2024
In November 2023, the European Central Bank (ECB) began the preparation phase of a digital euro. The post European Central Bank Lays Foundations for Potential Issuance of Digital Euro in New Progress Report appeared first on The Fintech Times. It will also explore other innovative use cases for a digital euro.
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Fintech Review
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Almond’s blockchain-driven Settlement Optimization Engine (SOE) addresses critical speed, transparency, and cost challenges in cross-border payments. Almond’s proprietary Settlement Optimization Engine (SOE) is transforming how the world thinks about cross-border payments through blockchain-driven protocols. Our SOE works the same way.
The Payments Association
JANUARY 21, 2025
Furthermore, the report takes a forward-looking approach, incorporating forecasts for 2025 and exploring pivotal themes such as artificial intelligence in payments, the evolution of tokenisation and decentralised finance (DeFi), and the adoption of emerging technologies like blockchain, generative AI, and machine learning. and Brazil.
PYMNTS
MARCH 29, 2019
Federal Bank in India has partnered with blockchain payments company Ripple to facilitate cross-border payments, according to reports. Federal Bank confirmed the collaboration in an announcement to the Bombay Stock Exchange on Thursday (March 28). Regardless of its position on cryptocurrency, the country is very pro-blockchain.
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The Fintech Times
NOVEMBER 16, 2024
With advancements in payment systems, blockchain exploration, and digital currencies, these nations are harnessing technology to transform their financial landscapes and drive future development. per cent Central Bank of Armenia (CBA) Armenia’s growth has been driven in part by its young, tech-savvy population.
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Fintech News
MARCH 24, 2025
Cryptocurrency fraud is declining in Asia-Pacific (APAC), driven by advanced technology adoption and stricter regulatory oversight. Education also plays a key role, with leading universities including the National University of Singapore (NUS) and the Singapore Management University (SMU), offering specialized blockchain programs.
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Fintech News
MAY 21, 2024
As the financial landscape undergoes a digital revolution, institutional investors are increasingly turning their attention to digital assets such as cryptocurrencies and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) topped the list, with 33% of respondents foreseeing their widespread adoption.
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PYMNTS
JANUARY 21, 2021
HashCash Consultants , which works in blockchain, is working with an unnamed U.S.-based based bank to help them finance their corporate trade owing to a sophisticated blockchain platform for B2B payments, a press release says.
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PYMNTS
OCTOBER 11, 2019
For central banks, when it comes to cryptocurrencies, there’s no central theme. Some central banks are embracing the concept. The overall theme, reported the site, is to look into how “digital central bank money could be used in the settlement of tokenized assets between market participants.”.
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PYMNTS
JULY 29, 2020
The Philippines central bank is now considering creating its own central bank digital currency (CDBC), it said during a virtual meeting, having formed a committee to address the issue, Bloomberg reported. He added that while cryptocurrency is important, the blockchain technology behind it is equally so.
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PYMNTS
DECEMBER 7, 2018
In its newest report, the EU Blockchain Forum (EUBF) noted that government bodies need to home in on two aspects of the blockchain to help the technology fully actualize: That is, the institutions need to have digital national currencies as well as systems for digital identity, The Next Web reported.
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PYMNTS
JULY 29, 2020
The Philippines central bank is now considering creating its own central bank digital currency (CDBC), it said during a virtual meeting, having formed a committee to address the issue, Bloomberg reported. He added that while cryptocurrency is important, the blockchain technology behind it is equally so.
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The Fintech Times
MAY 18, 2024
Eurosystem , the monetary authority of the eurozone, has been exploring the possible use cases of distributed ledger technology (DLT) to conduct wholesale settlement in central bank money. Initially, 16 private companies will conduct trials involving actual settlement in central bank money.
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The Fintech Times
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
” Blockchain-enabled cross-border payments StraitsX , a payments infrastructure provider for the digital assets space in Southeast Asia, has officially gone live in partnership with Ant International and Grab. Visa is committed to meeting the evolving demands of consumers and merchants, ensuring seamless and secure payments.”
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PYMNTS
FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Wells Fargo Strategic Capital (WFSC) is backing the London-based blockchain analysis firm Elliptic with a $5 million investment, bringing the startup’s Series B round to $28 million, Elliptic announced in a press release on Thursday (Feb. WFSC joins existing investors SBI Group and Santander InnoVentures.
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PYMNTS
OCTOBER 21, 2020
PayPal has announced that it is jumping into the wild world of cryptocurrency , making it possible for wallet holders to buy, sell and hold cryptocurrencies like bitcoin, ethereum, bitcoin cash and litecoin in their PayPal accounts. They’re a payments company, and they understand what blockchain can do,” he said.
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PYMNTS
AUGUST 11, 2020
Not all that long ago, blockchain and bitcoin were inseparable – shorthand for the Wild West of cryptocurrencies and speculation. One firm, tZERO Group , is betting that blockchain can help disrupt capital markets themselves. Blockchain can help automate compliance efforts and settle trades with speed.
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Fintech News
FEBRUARY 2, 2025
From cryptocurrencies to tokenized assets and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), blockchain and other Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLTs) are at the core of these innovations. Through global collaboration, AI can unlock unprecedented opportunities for financial institutions and consumers alike.
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The Fintech Times
MAY 29, 2024
Cryptocurrencies, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and stablecoins remain prominent and continue to see innovation worldwide; particularly in the Middle East and Africa (MEA). By leveraging cryptocurrencies, these individuals gain access to financial tools and services previously unavailable to them.
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PYMNTS
JANUARY 26, 2021
Signal is exploring the idea of adding cryptocurrency payments into its messaging app by integrating MobileCoin , a cryptocurrency supported by the Stellar blockchain, Platformer reported. Signal CEO Moxie Marlinspike “played down,” the cryptocurrency developments, telling Platformer it was only some “design explorations.”.
Clearly Payments
AUGUST 24, 2024
World Bank data indicates that global remittances reached $794 billion in 2023. According to the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), 114 central banks, representing over 95% of global GDP, were engaged in some form of CBDC research or development by the end of 2023.
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CoinRemitter
APRIL 3, 2025
With the growing demand for cryptocurrencies as a payment method in online businesses, accepting crypto payments has become an attractive option for worldwide businesses. Unlike cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, stablecoins are pegged to fiat currencies, which means their values remain stable, reducing financial risks.
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CoinRemitter
MAY 29, 2024
With the rise in digital currencies for payments and transactions, two innovations are much discussed: Central Bank Decentralised Currencies (CBDCs) and cryptocurrencies. Let’s break down the key differences between CBDCs and cryptocurrencies. This will reduce bank deposits and lending activities.
PYMNTS
OCTOBER 15, 2020
In other news, Stellar has become an official blockchain for USD Coin (USDC), which is anticipated to be available on Stellar in the first quarter of next year, according to a Thursday (Oct. Stellar is the third blockchain that has native support for USDC, according to the consortium, which was co-founded by Coinbase and Circle.
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CB Insights
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Distributed ledger technology (DLT) — which uses tech like blockchain to verify transactions without the need for a centralized authority — is gaining traction as a way to revamp capital markets infrastructure by making it more streamlined, improving transparency, and reducing associated fees. Please click to enlarge.
PYMNTS
SEPTEMBER 2, 2019
The People’s Bank of China (PBoC) is looking toward new technologies to keep a closer eye on the nation’s FinTech , blockchain and digital lending markets. It announced last month that it is ramping up the development of its own cryptocurrency.
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PYMNTS
NOVEMBER 4, 2020
Toward that end, and more mainstream use cases, getting the rails in place to speed and streamline transactions, regardless of the cryptocurrency used, remains key. As spotlighted in this space , Ternio said it has joined Visa’s Fast Track as a cryptocurrency-focused enablement partner.
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PYMNTS
MAY 27, 2020
But the question arises: Once they’ve been created and backed by central banks, what do you do with them once you have them? As noted in this space last week, about 80 percent of 66 central banks queried by the Bank of International Settlements (BIS) are working on central bank digital currencies (CBDC).
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Payments Source
JANUARY 7, 2020
Facebook’s Libra cryptocurrency project has drawn vast political pushback, but also more tangible government action as nations globally consider central bank supported digital currencies. It’s also sparking a potential bottom-up approach in New York.
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PYMNTS
JUNE 29, 2018
Beyond the vagaries of cryptocurrencies, the price swings and headlines, and the investigations and speculation, use cases emerge. Blockchain stood out as a way to alleviate some of those frictions, said the executive, and after a pilot with Ripple two years ago, the firms began rolling out this service to Santander’s customers.
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PYMNTS
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
The race to develop central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) is underway, but it seems the Reserve Bank of Australia may not be in the running. 17), Australia’s central bank has viewed the issuance of such digital coinage with caution, and even a bit of skepticism. As reported by Cointelegraph Thursday (Sept.
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