Russia, Iran to develop alternative to SWIFT

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News Date: March 24, 2022

Russia and Iran have been cooperating to connect their interbank messaging systems in order to bypass the SWIFT financial transactions network, Kazem Jalali, Ambassador of Iran to Russia, said on Thursday.
SWIFT is a messaging network that financial institutions use to securely transmit information and instructions through a standardized system of codes.
Both countries are facing severe Western sanctions, making settlements in trade through SWIFT difficult or impossible.
Source: www.siasat.com

BRICS tested Hack-proof quantum communication link

China and Russia collaborated on a groundbreaking test for a hack-proof quantum communication link using the Mozi satellite.
This achievement, based on quantum mechanics principles, promises secure data transmission.
A quantum researcher emphasized its crucial role in technological leadership, stating that without quantum technology, success may be unattainable.
This test marks a significant leap in secure information exchange, crucial for BRICS countries and global security.

Australia closer to a cashless society

Australia's big four banks remove thousands of ATMs and shut down hundreds of branches as the coronavirus crisis pushes nation closer to a cashless society.
Sources:www.dailymail.co.uk, www.atmmarketplace.com

Treasury Secretary: Expect a decline in the dollar as Reserve Currency

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen Acknowledges Countries' Trend Toward 'Replacing The Dollar'.
Expect a gradual decline in the dollar's share of global reserves, according to Yellen.
During a congressional hearing, she was asked about dedollarization, to which she responded with her remarks.
The statements come amid global de-dollarization initiatives being undertaken by a number of nations, including the BRICS economic bloc.

Russia issued Gold-Backed Crypto Coins

The largest bank in Russia, Sber Bank, just announced that it has issued gold-backed digital assets on its own blockchain.
It is expected that this will attract a lot of new investors and institutions especially as there is a lot of concern about inflation for fiat currencies.
After all, many of the citizens in the country have started to use the blockchain as a method to preserve wealth and to transfer wealth without having any interference from a bank or government.
Sources: procoinnews

BRICS Considers a global Stablecoin

BRICS nations are considering a stablecoin for international trade settlements.
Sergei Ryabkov, Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister, hails this move as groundbreaking.
He also states that BRICS is also exploring a platform for digital payments.
Ryabkov: "BRICS is moving forward, creating an important precedent."
Russia has also hinted at issuing a gold-backed stablecoin.
With member nations amassing gold reserves, the idea gains traction.