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Indonesia’s to Begin Digital Rupiah CBDC Blockchain Trial in 2024

Bank Indonesia (BI) is advancing its efforts to launch a trial for its central bank digital currency (CBDC), the digital rupiah, in 2024. BI Governor Perry Warjiyo revealed that the digital rupiah will utilise blockchain technology, aiming to digitise the Indonesian currency. This initiative places Indonesia on the path to join countries like China and […]

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