Tag: financial system

In March 2026, Mastercard announced its acquisition of BVNK for up to $1.8 billion. On the surface, it looked like another fintech deal. In reality, it signaled something deeper: A ...

Bank of Japan deputy governor Ryuzo Himeno said stablecoins could become a partial substitute for traditional bank deposits, signaling the central bank's recognition of digital currencies' growing role in the ...