Mastercard, one of the biggest financial payments providers in the world, announced at the CES 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada, that it will use the Polygon blockchain to launch its web3-focused Mastercard Artist Accelerator program. … [Read more...] about Mastercard launches web3-focused artist accelerator program
Indonesia to launch a national crypto exchange
Indonesia plans to establish a national cryptocurrency exchange as part of its regulatory reform. … [Read more...] about Indonesia to launch a national crypto exchange
Turkey makes progress with digital lira
The Central Bank of Turkey (CBRT) announced yesterday that it had completed the first set of tests for its long-planned digital currency. … [Read more...] about Turkey makes progress with digital lira
Kazakhstan completes CBDC testing, ready for phased rollout
Electronic national currency ready to be unveiled between 2023-2025 … [Read more...] about Kazakhstan completes CBDC testing, ready for phased rollout
Quarter of Brits want Amazon to offer cryptocurrency as a form of payment
Despite latest news reports citing plunging crypto prices, a quarter (25%) of Brits would like Amazon to offer cryptocurrency as a payment option. … [Read more...] about Quarter of Brits want Amazon to offer cryptocurrency as a form of payment
Britain to change its rulebook to become global crypto and fintech hub
The City of London wants to regain a leading global financial centre role … [Read more...] about Britain to change its rulebook to become global crypto and fintech hub
India launches e-Rupee in select cities
The CBDC will be aimed at retail transactions, more uses after the pilot program … [Read more...] about India launches e-Rupee in select cities
Binance acquires Japanese crypto exchange Sakura Exchange BitCoin
The move allows Binance to enter the local market with a license … [Read more...] about Binance acquires Japanese crypto exchange Sakura Exchange BitCoin