Sep 21, 2026

ECB deploys Pontes platform to settle wholesale tokenized assets in central-bank...

The EU central bank's new wholesale platform connects DLT market infrastructure to its payment rails, separate from the retail dig...

Sep 20, 2026

Saudi Arabia Exits China-Led mBridge as Riyad Bank Explores Ripple

TLDR: Saudi Arabia ended its mBridge proof of concept on May 13, 2025, after joining as a full participant in 2024. Riyad Bank’s J...

Sep 15, 2026

European Central Bank calls for merchants to participate in digital euro pilot

The 12-month test will put a beta version of the central bank currency through online, mobile, in-store and peer-to-peer payments.