Policy
Nigeria’s Central Bank Lifts Key Rate to 18.5% in an Unprecedented Move
Since May 2022, the Central Bank of Nigeria has lifted key rates by 700 bps.
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Three Reasons Why Gold Prices Are Surging to Record Highs
Gold prices surge to record highs due to geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainties, and central bank acquisitions.
Crypto
How Macro Conditions Changed the Landscape for Risky Assets in 2022
Global central banks have created an unfavorable environment for risk assets, particularly cryptocurrencies, by increasing interest rates.
Policy
France and Nigeria’s Central Banks Join the Hyperledger Foundation Ecosystem
Hyperledger Foundation welcomed eight new members including the central banks of Nigeria and France, underscoring the growing interest for blockchain technologies.
Crypto
Ukraine’s Trading Volume Remains Strong Despite Crypto Ban
Local demand remains substantial as Ukrainians continue to favor cryptocurrencies in the face of continued fights with Russia and its Central bank's crypto transaction ban.
Crypto
Bitcoin Adoption Spikes in Turkey as Annual Inflation Hits 70%
With inflation reaching new highs, Turkey is turning to Bitcoin.
Market Analysis
Central Bankers Are Still Using Same Criticisms of Bitcoin 13 Years Later
With a proven use case and strong community of followers, some central bankers are still insisting that Bitcoin is a bubble - could they be starting…
Policy
BIS Blesses CBDC Development in 56 Countries
With over 56 countries actively researching or implementing CBDCs, the BIS has just offered guidance on the process.
Policy
Will Digital Dollar Project’s US CBDC Pilots Bring Surveillance Reality?
Making things streamlined and efficient often carries heavy baggage that reveals itself when it's too late.
Market Analysis
237 German Banks Now Charge Negative Interest Rates – When DeFi?
When the Federal Reserve puts a questionnaire in front of you, it’s a safe bet that all answers are – DeFi.
Policy
Brazil’s Central Bank Blocks WhatsApp’s Payment Feature
Did the central bank suspend WhatsApp Pay to boost its own digital payment processor?