ECB Moves to Facilitate the Implementation of Digital Euro Payments

In recent developments, the European Central Bank (ECB) established several agreements with Europe’s largest standards setters, including the ECPC, Nexo Standards, and the Berlin Group, to facilitate the use of…

South Korea BOK Governor Prioritizes Digital Won CBDC in First Policy Speech

In recent developments, south Korea’s new Bank of Korea Governor Shin Hyun-song used his April 21 inaugural address to plant a firm stake in the ground: the country’s digital money…

US Lawmakers Urged to Advance CLARITY Act as Digital Chamber Pushes Senate Ma…

In recent developments, u.S. crypto legislation faces rising pressure as Senate leaders are urged to move market structure rules forward. The Digital Chamber argued further delay could stall momentum and…

Japan to test government bonds as digital collateral on Canton

In recent developments, the Japanese Securities Clearing Corporation will test using Japanese government bonds as digital collateral on the Canton network with Mizuho, Nomura and Digital Asset. Looking closer, market…

Tokyo Offers Subsidies to Companies Promoting Digital Yen Usage

In recent developments, with this initiative, the Metropolitan Government of Tokyo seeks to establish a healthy market for stablecoins, which are expected to serve as a new payment infrastructure and…

Paxos Labs Raises $12M to Launch Amplify Digital Asset Suite for US Platforms

In recent developments, paxos Labs has closed a $12 million strategic funding round led by Blockchain Capital and launched Amplify, a product suite that lets platforms turn digital asset holdings…

Nauru taps Bitcoiner Dadvan Yousuf for trade role in digital asset push

In recent developments, nauru moves from building rules to promoting its digital asset framework as it looks to attract companies and cross-border partnerships. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…

Galaxy Digital Files First Nasdaq Annual Report, Targets $15 Billion AI Data …

In recent developments, galaxy Digital debuted its first annual report as a Nasdaq-listed company on April 8, 2026, with CEO Mike Novogratz outlining a $15 billion-plus infrastructure buildout and calling…

Digital asset treasuries must now earn their keep

In recent developments, for treasuries to do so and stay competitive, Kiernan unpacks three broad strategies that are emerging. The development has drawn attention from traders and analysts who are…

Japan Advances Crypto Regulation Overhaul, Aligning Digital Assets With Tradi…

In recent developments, japan is moving to reshape crypto asset regulation by treating digital assets as financial instruments, tightening oversight, and introducing stricter investor protections—signaling a major shift toward institutional…