Palau Collaborates With Japan to Introduce Blockchain Savings Bonds

The government of Palau has taken a major step towards integrating blockchain technology into its economy with the launch of Palau Invest, a digital savings bond platform. This initiative, developed in collaboration with Japan, offers citizens a unique opportunity to invest in national infrastructure projects and boost economic growth. Palau Launches Blockchain-Based Savings Bonds The … Read more

Nigerian Think Tank, Japanese Tech Firm Partner on Blockchain Research

The Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER) partnered with Soramitsu, a Japanese tech firm, to improve NISER’s research faculty’s knowledge of blockchain technology. Soramitsu will focus on specific areas like SORA, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), and Hyperledger Iroha. This partnership aims to create a knowledge base and support Nigeria’s development through research … Read more

Laos to Study Digital Currency With Help From Japanese Fintech, Report Reveals

The central bank of Laos intends to explore issuing its own digital currency, according to a media report that provided details on the plan. A study on the matter will commence soon and will be conducted with the support of a fintech startup based in Japan. Central Bank of Laos Joins Race to Develop Digital … Read more