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Russian Central Bank Eyes Digital Currency to Overcome Cross-Border Payment Obstacles

[Sep 17 2:30 AM] Elvira Nabiullina, head of Russia’s central bank, has highlighted challenges in cross-border settlements, including payment issues and falling trade volumes. She emphasized the importance of finding new solutions, such as using digital…

China’s Digital Yuan Nears $1 Trillion in Transactions, PBOC Official Reveals

[Sep 11 3:30 AM] China’s digital yuan initiative has advanced considerably, backed by over a decade of research and four years of pilot experimentation, according to Lu Lei, Deputy Governor of the People’s Bank of China (PBOC). Trials for the Chinese…

Bank of Russia Eyes Stablecoins for Cross-Border Transactions

[Aug 27 11:20 AM] The Bank of Russia is exploring the use of stablecoins in cross-border transactions, considering them as digital financial assets (DFAs) under existing regulations if they have a responsible entity. The initiative may involve a limited group of…

RBI Governor Warns Against Rapid CBDC Launch, Advocates Gradual Approach

[Aug 27 12:30 AM] The governor of India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Shaktikanta Das, has highlighted the challenges of implementing cross-border digital currency interoperability and the necessity for robust governance. He emphasized the…

Russian Businesses Ask Putin to Help Legalize Crypto

[Jun 1, 2023 3:30 PM] A body representing the interests of Russian businesses has called on president Putin to help with crypto legalization. Their proposals, including on the use of cryptocurrencies in foreign trade settlements, have been included in a report to…

Russia Mulls Gold-backed Stablecoin, Lawmaker Confirms After Iran Visit

[Jan 26, 2023 5:30 PM] Russia may issue a stablecoin backed by gold to use in international settlements, a high-ranking member of the Russian parliament has admitted. The matter has been discussed during a recent visit to Iran where officials have also signaled interest…

China-backed Blockchain Project Proposes SWIFT Alternative for Stablecoins and CBDCs

[Jan 23, 2023 3:30 AM] The company developing China’s blockchain network wants to create a system for international settlements with stablecoins and state-issued digital currencies. The plan is to establish a platform facilitating the use of these two fiat-based…

Russia to begin work on CBDC settlement system in Q1 as sanctions endure: Report

[Jan 9, 2023 7:34 PM] The country's central bank will begin studying two possible cross-border CBDC settlement models this quarter.