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04.11 / 02:25

business Banks Federal Reserve Central Bank Bank of America Wells Fargo Customers Bug in Fed’s payment system prevents bank customers from getting paid

Some of the largest United States banks are not able to facilitate customers deposits after one of the Federal Reserve’s payment systems suffered an outage on Nov. 3.

02.11 / 10:19

business CBDC regulation Banks Central Bank Swiss wholesale CBDC pilot kicks off in alliance with central, commercial banks

The Swiss National Bank (SNB), six commercial banks and the SIX Swiss Exchange will work together to pilot the issuance of wholesale central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) in the nation, officially known as the Swiss franc wCBDC.

01.11 / 23:17

markets economy Opinion Federal Reserve Central Bank Interest rates Bitcoin Bitcoin beyond 35K for Christmas? Thank Jerome Powell if it happens

Historically, a Santa rally happens in the weeks leading up to Christmas when a collective sense of goodwill bleeds into equity markets. This is typically a seasonal blip and nothing to write home about. But this year, we could see a far more significant rally as the United States Federal Reserve, the Securities and Exchange Commission and BlackRock line up to deliver a bonanza of holiday cheer.

31.10 / 06:59

business CBDC Adoption Central Bank Dollar e-HKD Hong Kong advances CBDC pilot, bringing e-HKD trials to Phase 2

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is gearing up for the second phase of the e-HKD (e-Hong Kong dollar) pilot program as it announced the successful completion of the Phase 1 trial of its in-house central bank digital currency (CBDC).

31.10 / 02:11

business Ethereum cryptocurrency investment Gold Wall Street Central Bank Bitcoin 'I don't own Bitcoin, but I should' — legendary investor Druckenmiller

Billionaire investor Stanley Druckenmiller praised Bitcoin (BTC) for establishing a “brand” over last decade and half — admitting while he doesn’t own any Bitcoin, he ought to.

30.10 / 13:15

Central Bank Singapore’s Central Bank Joins Forces with Monetary Authorities in Japan, Switzerland, and the UK for Joint Digital Asset Pilots

Singapore’s central bank has announced plans to collaborate with monetary authorities in Japan, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom for joint digital asset pilots.

26.10 / 10:37

CBDC Adoption regulation Central Bank Bitcoin Mexican Senator Kempis Faces Opposition Over Bitcoin Bill

Long-time tech and blockchain advocate Mexican Senator Indira Kempis said that her Bitcoin (BTC) bill is seeing more positive attention but is also facing increasing opposition.

16.10 / 01:19

business regulation Upbit exchanges Central Bank South Korean exchange Upbit gets initial license nod from Singapore

The Singapore entity for Upbit, South Korea’s largest exchange by volume, has been given in-principal approval for a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license in Singapore.

10.10 / 20:35

markets stocks Federal Reserve inflation Central Bank Interest rates Bitcoin Bitcoin price could hit $750K to $1M by 2026 — Arthur Hayes

Love him or hate him, when Arthur Hayes speaks, people listen.

09.10 / 17:33

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05.10 / 22:33

Adoption privacy Analysis Banks data Opinion Central Bank How will CBDCs be used for political oppression in your country?

Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) have emerged as a prominent topic in the financial world. They promise elevated stability, security, efficiency, and reduced corruption. Central banks, the International Monetary Fund, the World Economic Forum, and the World Bank tell us CBDCs are a panacea waiting to cure all that ails our financial system.

04.10 / 00:53

business CBDC regulation inflation Central Bank Hyperinflation Argentinian presidential candidate wants CBDCs to 'solve' hyperinflation

Argentinian presidential candidate Sergio Massa has pledged to launch a central bank digital currency (CBDC) if elected to “solve” Argentina’s long-lasting inflation crisis.

27.09 / 16:01

Blockchain CBDC Adoption regulation Central Bank BIS CBDC frameworks must guard user privacy, monetary freedom — BIS chief

Legal frameworks ensuring user privacy and the freedom to choose between central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and other forms of money will be key in driving CBDC adoption, according to the head of the Bank of International Settlements.

20.09 / 21:57

CBDC Central Bank Maxine Waters Slams Republican Bill Hindering U.S. Progress on CBDC

The U.S. House Financial Services Committee is currently a battleground for discussions concerning the possible launch of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) by the Federal Reserve.

19.09 / 13:37

Technology Adoption regulation Europe European Union Central Bank Latvia central bank opens to fintech with ‘Innovation Hub’

Fintech innovations and emerging technologies have swept the world, causing global lawmakers to rush to understand and regulate them.

18.09 / 19:59

Blockchain Citi Payments Tokens Central Bank services Customers Citi Token Services will provide payments, liquidity to institutional customers

Citigroup has introduced Citi Token Services, a private, permissioned blockchain that offers cross-border payments, liquidity and automated trade finance solutions to institutional clients. The new services “will integrate tokenized deposits and smart contracts into Citi’s global network,” according to a statement.

17.09 / 23:07

Blockchain regulation Central Bank banking Hong Kong central bank warns against crypto firms using banking terms

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued a warning to users that crypto businesses presenting themselves as banks and using banking terminology could be violating the region’s banking laws.

17.09 / 11:07

Blockchain regulation Central Bank banking Hong Kong central bank warns against crypto firms using banking terms

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), the special administrative region’s central bank, has issued a warning to users that crypto businesses presenting themselves as banks and using banking terminology could be violating the region’s banking laws.

12.09 / 21:59

CBDC Adoption Central Bank BIS retail CBDC Israel, Hong Kong complete retail CBDC test emphasizing privacy, inclusivity

The Bank for International Settlements and the central banks of Hong Kong and Israel released the results of Project Sela on Sept. 12. The project was a public-private partnership that used private intermediaries to create a retail central bank digital currency (rCBDC) combining the desirable characteristics of cash and the advantages of digitalization.

07.09 / 11:23

Blockchain Central Bank Nigerian Blockchain Association Knocks Central Bank Over Failure To Implement A Crypto Strategy

A group of Nigerian blockchain experts have criticized the nation's Central Bank for its decision to prohibit the use of cryptocurrencies in 2021.

06.09 / 08:49

CBDC Adoption regulation Banks Central Bank lawmaker CBDCs will gradually displace private banks, says Russian lawmaker

Central bank digital currencies (CBDC) and blockchain technology are likely to displace traditional banks, according to a lawmaker in Russia.

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