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Turkey Seeks to Join BRICS to Strengthen Global Influence

Turkey has reportedly formally requested to join the BRICS economic bloc to expand its global influence and establish new alliances beyond its traditional Western partners. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s…

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Hacker Transfers $6.5 Million in Stolen WazirX Funds to US-Sanctioned Tornado Cash

The hacker responsible for the $230 million cyberattack on Indian crypto exchange WazirX has begun transferring stolen funds using Tornado Cash, a digital currency mixer sanctioned by the U.S. government.…

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India’s HDFC Bank Launches New UPI and CBDC Features

HDFC Bank, a leading private sector bank in India, has introduced new features for Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and central bank digital currency (CBDC) to enhance digital banking for its…

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Payments in National Currencies Surge to 92% Among SCO Members

Payments in national currencies among Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) members have reportedly increased from 40% in 2022 to 92%, signaling a move away from reliance on the U.S. dollar. Similar…

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JPMorgan Executive Sees Big Future for India’s CBDC Initiative

Naveen Mallela, global co-head of Onyx, JPMorgan’s blockchain and digital currency unit, highlighted the rapid adoption of blockchain technology in India, particularly after the 2022 launch of the central bank…

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RBI Governor Warns Against Rapid CBDC Launch, Advocates Gradual Approach

The governor of India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Shaktikanta Das, has highlighted the challenges of implementing cross-border digital currency interoperability and the necessity for robust governance.…

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Wazirx Begins INR Withdrawal Phase 1: Users Can Withdraw Up to 33%

Indian crypto exchange Wazirx has initiated the first phase of INR withdrawals, permitting eligible users to withdraw up to 33% of their INR balances. Co-founder Nischal Shetty noted that the…

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India Expected to Release Consultation Paper on Cryptocurrency Regulations in Coming Months, Report

The Indian government, through a panel headed by the Secretary of the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA), is expected to release a consultation paper on cryptocurrency regulations. The paper, scheduled…

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Wazirx to Resume INR Withdrawals Up to 66% — Crypto Withdrawals Remain Suspended

Indian crypto exchange Wazirx has announced that INR withdrawals will resume in phases starting on Aug. 26, following a cyberattack that disrupted services. To manage crypto balances, Wazirx plans to…

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Binance Goes Live in India: Full Access for Indian Users

Binance has registered as a reporting entity with India’s Financial Intelligence Unit. Binance CEO Richard Teng emphasized the importance of the Indian market and the crypto exchange’s dedication to providing…

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