Digital Currency

Blockchain Community Currency Pilot in Tanzania Shows 240% Economic Impact Boost
A Swiss NGO's blockchain-based community currency pilot in Tanzania demonstrates how digital currencies combined with local savings traditions can significantly multiply the economic impact of development aid by strengthening local trade and community resilience.

Fintech and Blockchain Summit Relocates to Washington Plaza Hotel Amid Government Shutdown
The Government Blockchain Association and Edge Of Company have upgraded their Future of Money, Governance, and the Law summit to the Washington Plaza Hotel, featuring prominent speakers from Coinbase, Grayscale Investments, and international organizations to discuss regulatory frameworks and digital economy innovation.

Mitesco Expands into Digital Currency and Managed Services with Eye on Major Exchange Listing
Mitesco Inc. is launching three new growth initiatives in digital currency operations, managed services, and application development that could position the company for a potential move to a senior stock exchange in 2026.

China Explores Digital Currency Policy in Shanghai Meeting
Officials in Shanghai discussed digital currency policy and stablecoins, signaling growing government interest in blockchain technologies.

South Korea Halts CBDC Development, Shifts Focus to Stablecoins
South Korea's central bank suspends its CBDC project, signaling a potential shift towards stablecoins and impacting the global blockchain landscape.

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Drops Slightly, Signaling Industry Shifts
Bitcoin's mining difficulty has decreased slightly from its all-time high, indicating significant changes in the mining industry and the strategies of firms involved.