CBDC
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techRussia Mandates Digital Ruble Acceptance by September 1
The Bank of Russia confirms its 12 largest banks will begin mandatory digital ruble operations in September, initiating an aggressive three-phase CBDC rollout.
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techRussia Sets Digital Ruble Launch for September 2026 Amid EU Ban
The Central Bank of Russia confirms a mandatory digital ruble rollout starting September 1, 2026, as the EU preemptively prohibits its use.
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financeECB Maps Three-Pillar Digital Euro Strategy, Targets 2029 Launch
ECB Executive Board member Piero Cipollone unveils a detailed roadmap for a retail digital euro, wholesale DLT settlement, and faster cross-border payments.
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cryptoCongress Bans Federal Reserve CBDC Issuance Until 2030 in Housing Bill
Bipartisan legislation prohibits the Federal Reserve from issuing a central bank digital currency until 2030, securing private stablecoin market share and addressing surveillance concerns.
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cryptoPeru Extends Digital Currency Pilot as Users Surpass 3.5 Million
Peru's central bank extends its CBDC pilot to 2027 after adoption in underserved regions surpasses 3.5 million users.
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cryptoBank of England Favors Tokenized Deposits Over Stablecoins
BoE Deputy Governor outlines plans for a multi-money retail system, prioritizing tokenized bank deposits over stablecoins.
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cryptoTreasury Secretary Urges Congress to Pass CLARITY Act for Crypto Regulation
Secretary Bessent pushes for CLARITY Act to bring crypto onshore, opposes CBDCs, and aims to make the US a global crypto hub.
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cryptoSouth Carolina Enacts Pro-Crypto Law, Bans CBDC Payments
South Carolina blocks CBDC payments and protects crypto mining and staking with new legislation HB 4256.