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China has taken a major step toward expanding the role of its central bank digital currency in international trade. On September 2, 2025, the People’s Bank of China (PBoC) announced the launch of a digital yuan pilot program for cross-border...

A group of leading international insurers has come together to launch a blockchain-based claims processing platform designed to reduce costs, cut fraud, and dramatically speed up settlement times for policyholders. The consortium, which includes both European and Asian insurers alongside...

Brazil’s Central Bank has announced a major expansion of its digital real pilot, extending trials to retail payments in what is being described as a defining moment for the country’s journey toward a central bank digital currency (CBDC). The pilot,...

Japan’s largest financial group, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), has launched a pilot program testing a tokenized yen designed for corporate settlements, marking a major step in the country’s efforts to modernize its financial infrastructure with blockchain technology. The trial,...

The European Central Bank (ECB) has issued a stark warning about the growing use of artificial intelligence in financial markets, highlighting potential risks tied to algorithm-driven trading, systemic vulnerabilities, and a lack of transparency. In a report released this week,...

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is preparing to introduce stricter measures on how crypto derivatives are marketed, a move that could reshape the advertising landscape for one of the industry’s fastest-growing sectors. The regulator has expressed growing concern...

China’s banking regulator has unveiled a draft framework aimed at tightening oversight of digital lending platforms, signaling a shift toward stricter financial discipline in the fast-growing sector. The move comes as authorities continue to balance the benefits of fintech innovation...

The European Union has formally finalized its crypto tax reporting rules, setting the stage for their enforcement starting in 2026. The framework, part of the broader effort to regulate digital assets across member states, aims to close gaps in tax...

The European Union has officially finalized its crypto tax reporting framework, setting the stage for sweeping new regulations that will come into force by 2026. The new rules, part of the EU’s broader financial transparency agenda, aim to close loopholes...

Nigeria’s Central Bank has taken a major step toward modernizing its financial system by partnering with Ripple to launch a pilot program for cross-border settlements using a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). The initiative is designed to improve the efficiency...

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced the launch of a new Blockchain Data Hosting and Compliance Suite, a move that signals its deeper involvement in supporting enterprises and institutions working with blockchain technology. The suite is designed to give businesses...

Bitcoin trading activity in South Korea has surged to its highest level in over two years, reflecting a renewed wave of investor interest and a growing appetite for digital assets in the region. Local exchanges reported a significant increase in...

Stripe has announced that it will now allow merchants in 40 countries to accept payments directly in USD Coin (USDC), marking a major step in mainstream adoption of stablecoins for global commerce. The move gives businesses an alternative to traditional...

Microsoft and Polygon have joined forces to develop blockchain-based identity solutions aimed at enterprises, marking a significant step toward mainstream adoption of decentralized identity technology. The partnership will leverage Microsoft’s expertise in cloud and enterprise solutions along with Polygon’s scalable...

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is once again under regulatory fire, this time in the European Union. Authorities across the bloc have reportedly levied a massive $2 billion fine against the exchange for alleged market manipulation...