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Belarus Proposes Introduction of Digital Currencies to BRICS Settlement System

Belarus Proposes Introduction of Digital Currencies to BRICS Settlement System

Maxim Ryzhenkov, the Foreign Minister of Belarus, stated that the upcoming BRICS settlement platforms should implement these digital currencies “as they become legally and technically ready for integration.” He emphasized that this platform would help build “a sovereign economic architecture.” Belarus Proposes Integrating Digital Currencies for BRICS Settlements Digital currencies are set to become a […]

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U.S. House of Representatives declares July 14th “Crypto Week”

U.S. House of Representatives declares July 14th “Crypto Week”

The U.S. House of Representatives has designated the week starting July 14 as “Crypto Week,” as lawmakers consider three landmark bills: the CLARITY Act, the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act, and the Senate’s GENIUS Act, in a comprehensive push to establish the United States as a global leader in digital assets. Prominent crypto trader and influencer

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From Skepticism to Strategy: NYC Embraces Blockchain’s Civic Potential

From Skepticism to Strategy: NYC Embraces Blockchain’s Civic Potential

The recent inaugural NYC Digital Asset Summit Roundtable, hosted by Mayor Eric Adams, focused on New York City’s strategy for engaging with the blockchain sector. Key participant Joshua Maddox stressed the importance of public-private collaboration for scaling Web3 adoption. NYC Reopens Doors to Tokenization When New York City, a global financial nerve center, convenes a

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Russia’s Digital Ruble to Roll Out in September 2026, Says Central Bank

Russia’s Digital Ruble to Roll Out in September 2026, Says Central Bank

The Russian digital ruble, the nation’s central bank digital currency (CBDC), will finally launch nationwide on September 1, 2026, the Central Bank claims. The Central Bank says that it expects the largest commercial banks in the nation to start providing their clients with a full range of CBDC transaction options as of September next year.

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BOE Governor’s Skepticism Threatens Digital Pound Timeline Amid Global CBDC Race

BOE Governor’s Skepticism Threatens Digital Pound Timeline Amid Global CBDC Race

Key Takeaways: BOE Governor Andrew Bailey said he is not convinced of the need for a retail digital pound. Bailey affirmed progress on a wholesale CBDC for institutional use. Bailey also questioned whether the tight regulation of banks has increased systemic risk elsewhere. Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey raised fresh doubts about the need

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Russia’s Digital Ruble Marches Toward 2026 Mass Adoption

Russia’s Digital Ruble Marches Toward 2026 Mass Adoption

Russia’s digital ruble is poised for explosive mass adoption by 2026, as expanded pilots, surging participation, and robust infrastructure lay the foundation for a sweeping financial transformation. Digital Ruble Set to Reshape Russia’s Economy With Full Rollout Slated for 2026 Russia’s central bank digital currency (CBDC), the digital ruble, is advancing toward becoming a key

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Central Bank of Brazil Hints at Credit-Focused CBDC Pilot Phase

Central Bank of Brazil Hints at Credit-Focused CBDC Pilot Phase

The third phase of the CBDC pilot will involve implementing tokenization solutions that allow customers to provide banks with visibility into their collateral assets in Brazil. This, in turn, would simplify the process of assigning credit within an onchain, open, and shared finance ecosystem. Central Bank of Brazil Seeks to Solve Onchain Credit in Drex’s

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Arizona says NO to CBDC ban and crypto payments in sweeping veto

Arizona says NO to CBDC ban and crypto payments in sweeping veto

On May 12, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs rejected three crypto-friendly bills, Senate Bills 1373, 1024, and 1095. The bills aimed to expand the government’s role in digital asset adoption while opposing central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). At the same time, the governor signed a new law, House Bill 2387, that introduces tighter rules for crypto

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XRP Price To ,000: Analyst Reveals Target For When Banks Start Using XRP

XRP Price To $1,000: Analyst Reveals Target For When Banks Start Using XRP

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure XRP is currently finding it hard to close above $2.20 on the daily timeframe, which caused it to close its most recent weekly candlestick just below this level. Although the technicals show some sort of resistance at this zone, XRP fundamentals are

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Russian Economist: Digital Ruble Rollout May Be Pushed Back to 2027

Russian Economist: Digital Ruble Rollout May Be Pushed Back to 2027

A Russian economist has claimed that the nation’s Central Bank Digital Currency, the digital ruble, may not roll out nationwide until 2027. The digital RUB had been slated to launch on July 1, 2025. But earlier this year, the Central Bank abruptly postponed the launch “indefinitely,” giving no alternative launch timeline. Digital Ruble Rollout: Russians

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