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Global: Circle Teams Up with Sony’s Blockchain Lab to Boost USDC Adoption
Stablecoin issuer Circle has announced a strategic partnership with Sony Block Solutions Labs to expand the use of its stablecoin, USDC, on Sony’s ...
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Global: Bank of Canada Governor Hints at Accelerating Rate Cuts
Bank of Canada (BoC) Governor Tiff Macklem has indicated the possibility of faster interest rate cuts in the near future, according to an ...
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Global: Arab Monetary Fund Official Praises Qatar’s Banking Sector Performance
Qatar’s banking sector continues to excel, securing a strong position among Arab countries, according to Dr. Fahad bin Mohammed Al Turki, Director General ...
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Global: Swift Aims to Facilitate Digital Securities Settlements Using Its Global Payments Network
Swift has unveiled its vision for digital assets and payments, with a focus on potentially using its global payment network to support the ...
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Global: Japanese Banks Test Stablecoin-Based Cross-Border Payments
In response to the growing cross-border transfer market, which reached $182 trillion in 2022, Japanese banks are piloting a stablecoin-based system to address ...
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Global: UAE Network International Partners with Ruya Bank to Enhance Digital Payment Technology
Network International has entered into a strategic partnership with Ruya Bank, the UAE’s leading digital-first Islamic community bank, aiming to revolutionize Islamic banking ...
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Global: Brazil Prepares for New Round of CBDC Pilots
Brazil’s central bank is gearing up for the next phase of its digital real (CBDC) pilot, following years of development. The initiative, which ...
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Global: Real-Time Payments Achieve Significant Milestones in the US, Switzerland, and Australia
Real-time payments continue their global surge, as financial institutions and governments enhance current systems and introduce new platforms to meet the growing demand ...
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Global: Siemens Issues €300 Million Digital Bond on Blockchain
Siemens has successfully issued a €300 million digital bond, marking a significant advancement in the integration of blockchain technology within the capital markets. ...
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Global: Stripe Leverages AI to Enhance Cross-Border Commerce in Asia
Stripe has reported a significant increase in cross-border payment volume across Asia, with a growth of over 30% last year. To further capitalize ...