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130 Countries Are Exploring a CBDC: Atlantic Council

According to the Atlantic Council, 130 countries are currently exploring a central bank digital currency (CBDC). Atlantic Council GeoEconomics Center Senior Director Josh Lipsky discusses the key takeaways from the report, sharing insights into the state of digital money and CBDC exploration around the world.

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Crypto Adoption Shifts to Emerging Markets as China, US Drop in Chainalysis Global Rankings

Crypto adoption has increased 23-fold globally over the past year with India, Pakistan and Ukraine driving the surge.

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Markets

BIS Survey Finds Central Banks Keen on Tourists, Non-Residents Using Upcoming CBDCs

“Central banks are considering a variety of [multi-CBDC] arrangements,” BIS researchers wrote.

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Why China’s Crackdown May Make Bitcoin Mining More Centralized

Big Chinese miners are likely to survive the crackdown.

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Policy

3 Things You Need to Know About China's Crypto Crackdown

The crackdown notice from the State Council has sent shockwaves across the crypto industry in China.

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Policy

Beijing's Crypto Crackdown Is Not New but Don't Dismiss It

China’s reiterated crypto ban sharpens the focus on the financial sector.

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