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

UAE Central Bank Approves Web3 Insurance Solutions

The United Arab Emirates Central Bank has approved Web3 insurance solutions developed by Relm Insurance and Liva Insurance. Closing the Insurance Gap The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Central Bank has approved Web3 insurance solutions developed by Relm Insurance and Liva Insurance. The approved products, SIGMAWEB3 and a tailored version for Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA)-regulated … Read more

MANTRA Unveils $108M Fund to Boost Blockchain Projects

MANTRA Chain has launched the a $108.8 million investment fund to support high-potential blockchain projects focused on real-world asset tokenization. Blockchain Revolutionizes Finance MANTRA Chain has announced the launch of the MANTRA Ecosystem Fund (MEF), a $108.8 million investment initiative designed to accelerate the growth and adoption of projects within the MANTRA ecosystem. According to … Read more

Kazakhstan, UAE Seek to Boost Digital Asset Cooperation

Kazakhstan’s financial sector recently strengthened ties with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) through a delegation visit from March 26-27. Kazakhstan, UAE to Cooperate on CBDC Development A delegation from Kazakhstan’s financial sector recently visited the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to strengthen collaboration in digital assets and blockchain technology. Held from March 26 to 27, the … 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

DFSA Promotes Tokenization With New Regulatory Initiative

The Dubai Financial Services Authority has launched the tokenization regulatory sandbox to support firms developing tokenized investment products within the Dubai International Financial Centre. Crypto Tokens Excluded The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has announced the launch of its Tokenisation Regulatory Sandbox, a new initiative designed to support firms exploring tokenized investment products and services … Read more

Dollar-Strapped Bolivia to Rely on Cryptocurrency for Energy Imports

Bolivia has integrated a crypto-powered system to pay for fuel imports through its state-owned company YPFB, as it is facing a shortage of dollars and a reduction in its dollar-denominated foreign reserves. Bolivia Builds Crypto System to Pay for Fuel Imports Crypto is becoming relevant for the operation of the supply chain in several countries … Read more

Bitcoin Purchases Confined: IMF Approves $1.4 Billion Credit Facility for El Salvador

The IMF, which informally approved the deal last year, states that this program aims to boost El Salvador’s finances and growth prospects. However, the Bukele administration must “confine” its bitcoin activities and purchases in return. Done Deal: IMF Greenlights $1.4 Billion Credit, Limits Salvadoran Bitcoin Purchases The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has finally greenlighted a … Read more

Indonesia Introduces Bullion Banking to Stabilize Foreign Exchange

The country’s authorities opened bullion services in two state-owned institutions and declared that more licenses could follow. Prabowo Subianto, president of Indonesia, stated that this bullion initiative could “help save the country’s foreign exchange.” Indonesia Launches Bullion Banking, Aims to Include Gold Savers Into the Country’s Formal System Indonesia is launching formal bullion-based banking, joining … Read more

Ethereum Co-Founder Vitalik Buterin Praises Argentina: Community ‘Full of Amazing Builders’

Vitalik Buterin has praised the strength and dedication of Argentina’s Ethereum community. In the wake of Libra’s downfall, Buterin remarked that the push by Argentines towards blockchain and crypto technologies was “real”. Ethereum Co-Founder Vitalik Buterin Highlights Blockchain and Crypto Push in Argentina Argentina will be very important for the future of blockchain, crypto, and … Read more