The unstoppable march of digital central bank currencies (CBDCs)

An increasing number of central banks around the world are analyzing, testing and developing CBDCs as prototypes. These initiatives are strongly supported by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS). Over the past nine months, central banks (CBs) have expressed their interest in CBDCs (Central Bank Digital Currencies) and their CBDC plans and initiatives. The number […]

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange introduces Blockchain-based securities lending platform

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) plans to launch the country’s first central securities lending platform on November 2. The system is based on Blockchain technology and is currently being tested. Currently, there is no central platform for securities lending on the Israeli market. Instead, it is carried out via interbank mechanisms. However, this means […]

Mastercard accelerates crypto card partner program

The credit card company Mastercard announced this week that it intends to expand its offer for crypto-currencies together with the company Wirex. The aim is to make it easier for consumers to hold and purchase crypto-currencies. According to a press release issued by the company, consumer interest and investment in digital currencies is increasing. Research […]