The CFTC has launched a pilot program allowing Bitcoin to be used as a regulated financial instrument, marking a key step toward mainstream adoption and potentially reshaping oversight of digital asset markets.
Visa is expanding its USDC settlement program to U.S. banks after a $3.5 billion pilot, signaling growing institutional confidence in dollar-pegged stablecoins for cross-border payments.
US government reopens after shutdown; markets react as XRP rallies on ETF launch optimism, while Visa begins a USDC pilot, signaling accelerating crypto adoption in mainstream payments.
France has submitted a bill to pilot Bitcoin mining using surplus electricity, aiming to repurpose excess power, reduce waste and study impacts on grid stability under regulated, time-limited trials.
ECB intensifies preparations for digital euro launch, advancing technical trials, regulatory frameworks and stakeholder consultations to ensure secure, scalable rollout and maintain monetary stability.
The UK government has announced plans to launch a pilot program for a digital gilt instrument utilizing distributed ledger technology. This move aims to enhance transparency and efficiency in the issuance and trading of government bonds, marking a significant innovation in public finance.
The Brazillian Central Bank extends an invitation to new participants to join its CBDC pilot program, marking a significant step towards modernizing the country’s financial landscape.
Russia is taking the first step towards the launch of its digital ruble, with state-owned banks and customers set to participate in the one-year trial. The Central Bank of Russia said it will assess the project’s functionality and security.