Stablecoins had a breakthrough year in 2025, but the race for the perfect 21st-century money is far from over. Explore the five critical questions shaping digital currencies in 2026, from CBDCs to geopolitics.
The new 'Donroe Doctrine' reshaping US power in Latin America poses critical challenges for India. Explore why New Delhi's measured silence may be a strategic choice, balancing sovereignty, partnership, and its Global South role.
Kanpur police and SOG arrested two men from Mahoba with 225 fake Rs 500 notes. Equipment for printing counterfeit currency was also seized. Read the full details of the inter-district bust.
Pope Leo XIII has made a significant appeal for Venezuela to maintain its status as an independent country. This call comes amid complex geopolitical dynamics. Read the full statement and its implications.
India's data centre industry is set for a 20% investment surge in 2026, driven by AI demand and sovereign cloud needs. Capacity could hit 2GW, with billions pledged by global and local giants.
Delhi Police registers cases after 18 banks report nearly 11,000 counterfeit notes worth Rs 34 lakh. Investigation reveals sophisticated mixing with real currency. Read the full report.
As India enters 2026, the upcoming budget is crucial for sustaining growth. Learn how prudent policies can reinforce India's position as a fast-growing major economy in a volatile world.
India's economy grew 8% in 2025, secured a sovereign rating upgrade, and navigated global volatility. Discover the reforms behind the success and the risks ahead for 2026. Read the full analysis.
Global sovereign wealth funds amassed a record $15 trillion in assets in 2025, with Middle Eastern funds leading massive investments in AI and digitalization. Discover the key players and trends.
Sovereign wealth funds poured $132 billion into the US in 2025, while investments in emerging markets like India and China fell 28%. Global state-owned assets hit a record $60 trillion.
RBI warns fiat-backed stablecoins could undermine India's monetary control. Central bank urges global prioritization of CBDCs for safer digital payments. Read the full report.
PN Software Tech Pvt Ltd unveils the Versatize Coin (VTCN) and the BC Hyper Chain (BCH) ecosystem, aiming to revolutionize digital transactions and blockchain infrastructure in India. Discover the future of decentralized finance.
Global M&A hits record highs in 2025 with 68 deals over $10bn. Bankers predict 2026 surge driven by spinoffs, crypto, and sovereign wealth funds. India's dealmakers poised for action.
China plans interest payments on its digital yuan from 2026, aiming to boost adoption and challenge the dollar. This CBDC experiment could reshape global banking and finance. Read the full analysis.
2026 poised to be pivotal for AI in India with sovereign models, a data centre boom, and regulatory clarity on the horizon. Explore the opportunities and challenges ahead.
Karnataka's Pre-University Board expands digital exam facility to II PU students from 2024-25, offering a choice between pen-paper and online tests. Learn about the new initiative.
Gautam Adani warns India against relying on foreign AI algorithms. He calls for developing sovereign AI models to protect jobs, data, and national intelligence. Read more.
Chandigarh Police busts an interstate counterfeit currency network active in 5 states, arresting 5 including a BBA student. Fake notes worth over ₹7 lakh seized.
Gold surged 80% & silver 150% in 2025. Should you invest in 2026? Experts advise YES with caution. Learn key drivers & smart allocation strategies for your portfolio.
As the dollar faces instability, European policymakers see a historic opportunity to elevate the euro's global role. Explore the four key reasons why the euro could gain ground in international finance.
Punjab and Haryana High Court awards compensation to 1996 accident victims, rules negligent driving by Army personnel not a sovereign function. Read the landmark judgment details.
A new PwC report outlines how India can become a global digital infrastructure leader by establishing data embassies and sovereign data cities. Discover the strategic roadmap.
The Union government is planning a major ₹30,000 crore equity infusion into the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) to boost infrastructure spending. The announcement is likely in the upcoming budget.
Punjab & Haryana HC rules Union of India liable for negligent driving by Army personnel on public roads, awarding compensation for a 1996 accident. A landmark order for road safety and accountability.
Punjab & Haryana High Court rules Union of India cannot claim sovereign immunity for negligent driving by Army personnel on public roads, orders compensation for 1996 accident victims. Read the landmark judgment.
Airbus plans to migrate critical data to a sovereign European cloud, moving away from Google and Microsoft due to concerns over US data access laws. Read the full story.
Asian Development Bank pledges $4.258 billion for India's 2025 projects in skilling, renewable energy, urban infra, and healthcare. Details on PM-SETU, Surya Ghar, and metro expansions inside.
Stablecoins serve a key purpose as a proxy for confidence in fiat money, argues this analysis. Discover why regulators should view them as a signal, not a threat.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman refutes claims of rising inequality, citing consumption data and sovereign rating upgrades. She highlights broad-based growth in Lok Sabha reply.
Visa launches a global advisory service to help financial institutions navigate stablecoin and CBDC integration. Learn how this move shapes the future of digital payments.