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The United Arab Emirates' central bank digital currency pilot has made its first transaction, reportedly completed in under two minutes.
The UAE has joined the global CBDC race, officially launching its Digital Dirham pilot. Over 130 countries — representing 98% of global GDP — are ...
Once the future of digital money, central bank digital currencies barely featured this year as Hong Kong’s focus shifted to stablecoins and Brazil’s Drex pause showed how even early adopters are rethinking the model.
Earlier this year, President Donald Trump promised a “21st Century” payments upgrade without requiring a central bank digital currency, putting the GENIUS Act at the center of the plan. The law is already on the books; the operating rulebook is not yet. In Ju…
Imminent Terror Threat: Gen. Michael Flynn warns of large-scale U.S. terror attacks within 90 days—potentially deadlier than 9/11—with rogue weapons caches (missiles, RPGs) already staged nationwide by cartels/extremists. AI Police State Expansion: 800 U.S. p…
Europe risks falling behind in digital finance if MiCA restricts multi-issuance stablecoins. Embracing global stablecoins with flexible, competitive rules will strengthen liquidity, support cross-border markets and ensure the Euro remains relevant in a rapidl…
Circle’s Patrick Hansen refutes claims that the EU AMLR 2027 will ban self-custody wallets, clarifying rules in great detail.
Italy’s banking sector supports the European Central Bank’s digital euro but wants costs spread over time, as the ECB targets a 2029 rollout following a 2027 pilot phase.
Bitcoin’s liquidity is finally showing signs of life after weeks of the cryptocurrency market stress and thin trading conditions.
Pakistan is weighing the launch of a rupee-backed stablecoin to boost financial access, as experts caution that regulatory delays could cost the nation up to $25 billion.
Turns out the Euro Area's banks, citizens and even some EU lawmakers are not quite so keen on the project.
Dollar-backed stablecoins reinforce U.S. currency dominance while democratizing finance in developing nations, countering China's debt-trap diplomacy.
The European Union is considering a partial halt to its landmark artificial intelligence laws in response to pressure from the US government and Big Tech companies.
This week, Jason and Matt sit down with Mark Goodwin, the former Editor-in-Chief of *Bitcoin Magazine* and one of the sharpest minds in the crypto space. Mark is the author of “The Bitcoin-Dollar” thesis and a leading voice on the intersection of state power,…
Gendered Humanoid Robots Enter Production – China’s Xpeng Robotics unveils male and female AI robots for household and industrial roles, with mass production starting in 18 months, accelerating workforce displacement. AI Automation Threatens 80% of Jobs – Gol…