News Finance Minister sees clear benefits of digital rupee in facilitating large transactions between organisations and banks The finance minister also indicated the government's stance on digital banking and IP-related concerns. MitakshMarch 9, 2022
News Binance’s new platform offers fiat-to-crypto convertibility to drive up crypto payments The new subsidiary is expected to act as a bridge between traditional finance and crypto. MitakshMarch 8, 2022
News Crypto emerges as a battleground between Ukraine and Russia. Here’s what you need to know While cryptocurrencies may be a boon to raise funds for a conflict-ridden country, it also leaves room for evading sanctions. MitakshMarch 1, 2022
News Why RBI is being cautious in rolling out the Central Bank Digital Currency The government first announced its plans for a CBDC in January 2021, but the progress has been sluggish. Sarvesh MathiFebruary 24, 2022
News Guidelines: ASCI’s 12-point checklist for crypto and NFT ads Spanning various ad formats, the minimum requirements laid down by ASCI was met with acceptance by crypto industry heads. Sarvesh MathiFebruary 24, 2022
News NYSE files trademark to build an exchange for all things crypto, NFTs, and metaverse This move by the world’s largest stock exchange can have a significant impact on the adoption of cryptocurrencies and NFTs. MitakshFebruary 17, 2022
News India’s most advisable option for dealing with cryptocurrencies is to ban them: RBI Deputy Governor The central bank official shared his no-holds-barred opinions on risks and regulatory challenges posed by cryptocurrencies. MitakshFebruary 15, 2022
News RBI governor reiterates concerns around crypto, adding tulips had more value during Tulip mania He also revealed that the RBI is working out the chinks in its CBDC project, but stopped short of providing a timeline. MitakshFebruary 11, 2022
News Summary: IMF’s report on CBDC advocates information-sharing among countries for successful roll-out Taking stock of projects in advanced stages, the IMF proposed ways to operationalise CBDCs and navigate their risks. MitakshFebruary 11, 2022
News Nandan Nilekani suggests India’s CBDC should have anonymity to avoid concerns of surveillance: Report Recently, PM Modi said that the digital rupee "will be completely controlled and monitored." MitakshFebruary 9, 2022