China testing digital yuan in four cities

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News Date: May 5, 2020

The app is available for download in four cities selected for the initial trial: Shenzhen, Chengdu, Suzhou and Xiongan. She highlights the inclusion of Xiongan, a new metropolis located on the outskirts of Beijing
Source:coindesk.com

BRICS Confirms the Gold Standard

At the upcoming BRICS summit in October in Kazan, tools for an inclusive international financial system will be discussed, according to Andrey Mikhailishin, head of the financial services task force of the BRICS Business Council, in a statement to TASS.
Key projects include a common unit of account (Unit), a platform for international digital currency settlements (Bridge), a payment system (Pay), a settlement depository (Clear), an insurance system (Insurance), and a rating alliance.
The new system aims to decentralize international cooperation and leverage digital technologies.
The Unit will be linked 40% to gold and 60% to a basket of BRICS national currencies, addressing exchange rate volatility.

H.R.5404, a bill to define the dollar as a fixed weight of gold

H.R. 5404 is a bill introduced by Rep. Alex Mooney (R-WV2) that would bring the U.S. back to the gold standard once and for all. It would take effect exactly 30 months after the bill was passed, to allow an adjustment period in the American economy. Interestingly for a Republican-introduced bill, if the bill was enacted any time after July 2018, that 30-month window would come under the administration of the 2020 election.
Source:congress.gov

Digital ruble in cooperation with the UAE

The Bank of Russia, led by First Deputy Governor Olga Skorobogatova, is collaborating with the UAE regulator to establish a cutting-edge system for fast payments and settlements.
This initiative, announced at the Finopolis forum, aims to utilize the digital ruble to streamline financial transactions for both individuals and businesses.
The partnership signifies a commitment to financial innovation and positions these institutions at the forefront of the evolving digital landscape.
The digital ruble is expected to enhance transaction efficiency, fostering financial inclusivity and exemplifying a proactive approach to the future of finance.
"We will work out the fast payment system because the colleagues are ready with the digital ruble and we are ready.
If we solve the issue of client identification, then I think we will be able to build up a normal system of payments for citizens and the business between the two our countries in a year at the least," she stated.

Central banks voice support for gold reserves

At the London Bullion Market Association's annual conference in Miami, representatives from three central banks voiced support for increasing gold reserves.
Central banks are eager to diversify their holdings, citing financial and strategic reasons.
With rising inflation, geopolitical tensions, and economic uncertainty, gold is seen as a hedge against risk.
By boosting gold reserves, central banks aim to strengthen their balance sheets and reduce reliance on foreign currencies like the US dollar, signaling a collective shift toward prioritizing gold as a key asset.

Zimbabwe introduces a new gold-backed digital currency

Zimbabwe has unveiled a groundbreaking digital currency called 'Zimbabwe Gold' (ZiG), backed by gold in milligrams.
This move is part of the country's de-dollarization strategy and efforts to combat inflation.
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) is offering ZiG for both individuals and corporations, providing a stable and versatile means of transacting.
By linking the digital currency to gold, Zimbabwe aims to restore confidence in its monetary system and attract investment, potentially setting an example for other nations facing similar economic challenges.
ZiG represents a significant step towards financial stability and innovation in Zimbabwe.