De-Dollarization Watch: Bolivia to Launch Digital Currency to Tackle Cross-Border Payments

Edwin Rojas Ulo, president of the Central Bank of Bolivia, stated that the institution is currently consulting with international organizations regarding the design of a currency referred to as the “virtual boliviano,” which would facilitate international settlements. Central Bank of Bolivia to Launch Digital Currency With International Settlements in Mind Bolivia, which initially banned the … Read more

COTI Selected by ECB to Help Develop Digital Euro Technology

The European Central Bank has selected COTI as a Pioneer Partner for its central bank digital currency (CBDC) initiative. The selected partners are tasked with demonstrating the technical implementation of a conditional payments system before the CBDC’s launch. Digital Euro Launch Set for Early 2026 COTI, an Ethereum confidentiality layer, has been selected by the … Read more

Nigeria Customs Pilots Electronic Currency Declaration at Abuja Airport

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has successfully piloted its Electronic Currency Declaration Form (E-CDF) at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, as part of its digital transformation efforts to enhance border security and financial disclosure transparency. The pilot, which began on April 9, 2025, processed 69 transactions, with outbound declarations ($1,200,281.22) making up 51% and … Read more

Coinshares: Digital Assets See $3.4 Billion Inflows in Record Week

Digital asset funds saw a surge of $3.4 billion in inflows last week, marking the third-largest on record, as investors seek alternatives amid sustained concerns over tariffs. Bitcoin and Ethereum Lead Digital Asset Inflows Digital asset investment products recorded a massive $3.4 billion in inflows last week, the third-largest weekly total on record, according to … Read more

Eurasian Forum Spotlights Digital Currency, Blockchain for Economic Unity

The Eurasian Financial and Economic Forum (EFEF-2025), held in Shanghai last week, spotlighted the growing role of digital currency and blockchain in reshaping global finance. With over 300 participants from government, finance, tech, and culture, the event emphasized the need for unified digital frameworks as a response to economic fragmentation. Key discussions centered on the … Read more

Dollar-Based Stablecoins Pose Greater Threat to Euro, Italian Economy Minister Says

Italian Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti warns that dollar-based stablecoins pose a greater threat to the euro’s standing than trade disputes. Bolstering the Euro’s Prominence The European Union (EU) must urgently address the growing appeal of dollar-based stablecoins among its citizens, as they pose a greater threat to the euro’s standing than ongoing trade disputes, Italian … Read more

Barron’s: Anchorage Digital Subject of Homeland Security Probe

On Monday, Barron’s reported that Anchorage Digital, the cryptocurrency-focused financial institution, has allegedly drawn scrutiny from a specialized division within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Report Claims Anchorage Digital Faces DHS Probe The El Dorado Task Force (EDTF), a financial crimes unit targeting illicit monetary flows, is said to be scrutinizing the bank. Barron’s … Read more

US Treasury Targets Houthi Crypto Wallets, Financial Network

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has identified eight digital asset wallets used by the Houthis to transfer funds associated with their activities. OFAC also designated several individuals and entities as part of a network of Houthi financial facilitators and procurement operatives. Allegedly backed by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard … Read more

UAE Central Bank Reveals Digital Dirham Symbol, Targets Late 2025 Launch

The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has unveiled the official symbol for the Digital Dirham, set to launch in retail markets by late 2025. Digital Dirham to Enable Tokenization The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has announced significant progress in its Digital Dirham initiative, unveiling the official symbol for the nation’s digital currency. … Read more

Digital Dollar Project Remarks Modernization Is Necessary to Preserve Dollar’s Status

The Digital Dollar Project, which focuses on investigation leading to the future-proofing of the dollar, states that while the U.S. currency is still peerless, it is moving on the wheels of technology quickly approaching obsolescence. Digital Dollar Project States U.S. Currency Must Modernize to Preserve Its Status The Digital Dollar Project, a non-neutral, non-profit forum … Read more