Digital euro vital for tokens, stablecoins: ECB board member
Piero Cipollone says tokenized deposits and stablecoins need central bank money, as the EU plans digital euro standards and Pontes' launch in 2026.
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London Blockchain Finance Summit: TradFi, DeFi talk barriers
At the London Blockchain Finance Summit, finance leaders pinpoint interoperability as the key barrier holding blockchain back, not just regulation.
Philippines' Marcos pushes digital payments for fuel subsidies
The Philippines boosts fuel subsidies for PUV drivers amid rising oil prices, embracing digital payments as cashless transactions surge to 43% in 2026.
This is fine: BTC miners losing money, selling tokens, pivoting to AI
Block reward miners are turning to AI amid profitability decline. Popular miners like MARA sell BTC amid challenges and shift their focus to new revenue streams.
FSB annual report warns gaps in 'crypto' regulation
International body FSB warns of regulatory gaps in digital currencies that threaten financial stability; calls for a resilient digital asset ecosystem.
Zambia builds 'homegrown' digital ID, seeks international expertise
Zambia advances its digital ID rollout, seeking international partnerships for sustainable digital transformation and financial inclusion.
As crypto firms replace staff with AI, how can you keep your job?
AI is reshaping crypto payrolls as companies explore cutting headcount, using automation to replace human roles, and reducing workforce costs.
Is BTC just a tech stock? - CoinGeek
BTC’s digital gold narrative unravels as it moves like a tech stock in crises, exposing the gap between its promise as a hedge and its real-world behavior.
WHO launches initiative for digital health wallets in Southeast Asia
WHO and Temasek Foundation launch a digital wallet initiative to enhance health records in ASEAN, promoting secure solutions for better healthcare.
Tether commits to ‘Big Four’ audit; Circle’s share price falls 20%
Tether plans first audit amid transparency concerns, while Circle faces pressure, EU reforms advance, and a stablecoin exploit triggers USR depeg.