India amasses 5M central bank digital currency users
India has taken a cautious approach to introducing a CBDC, while local authorities have also refused to regulate crypto transactions. Go to Source
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Wyoming Aims to Launch ‘Dollar-Dependent’ Stablecoin in Q1 2025
Wyoming plans to launch a dollar-based stablecoin, the Wyoming Stable Token, in Q1 2025. The digital asset aims to provide faster and cheaper transactions for individuals and businesses in the state. Governor Mark Gordon emphasizes the importance of adopting this “dollar-dependent” stablecoin to stabilize the market and bring debt onshore. A Faster and Cheaper Way … Read more
If your country has adopted a CBDC, you might be suffering
New research indicates that in countries where central bank digital currencies have been adopted or are under consideration, well-being is low. Go to Source
RBI Report Highlights India’s Central Bank Digital Currency Development
India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), published its August bulletin on Monday. The report discusses several aspects of central bank digital currency (CBDC) and its implications. The RBI is actively involved in developing CBDC initiatives to enhance cross-border payments, improve financial inclusion, and mitigate risks posed by private digital instruments. The RBI’s … Read more
Polymarket Odds Suggest 81% Chance of RFK Jr. Exiting 2024 Race as Shanahan Hints at Trump Alliance
Based on Polymarket odds, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a 2024 independent presidential candidate, has a 81% probability of exiting the race after his running mate, Nicole Shanahan, hinted that their campaign might align with former President Donald Trump. On Tuesday, the odds of Kennedy withdrawing peaked to it’s highest point yet. RFK Jr.’s Campaign Faces … Read more
Pierre Poilievre Backs Bill to Ban Central Bank Digital Currency in Canada
Pierre Poilievre, leader of Canada’s Conservative Party, backs a bill that seeks to ban central bank digital currency (CBDC) in Canada. He argues that a CBDC would give the government excessive control over finances, threatening privacy and economic freedom. “It’s time to put an end to creating a central bank digital currency in Canada,” he … Read more
Kyrgyz Republic proposes digital som legislation, CBDC launch by 2027
The small Central Asian country is currently taking public comments on its framework legislation. Go to Source
North Carolina lower chamber overturns governor’s veto of CBDC ban
The bill received strong support in the General Assembly. Now the state Senate will consider overturning the veto. Go to Source
India’s Digital Rupee Surpasses 5 Million Users, RBI Discloses
India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has revealed that as of June, there were five million digital rupee users and 420,000 merchants participating in the retail central bank digital currency (CBDC) pilot. The RBI emphasized that the digital rupee is designed to complement cash and existing payment systems, serving both wholesale and … Read more
Bybit introduces Indian digital rupee CBDC payment option
The use of the CBDC on the cryptocurrency exchange will enhance security and, it hopes, attract merchants. Go to Source
