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China's PBoC Halts Stablecoins, West Africa Launches e-CFA

10/21/2025

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JD.com and Ant Group halted stablecoin projects after concerns from the People's Bank of China (PBoC), signaling a cautious stance on private digital currencies.
PBoC aims to prevent private entities from undermining the e-CNY, reinforcing central bank leadership in digital currency strategy.
In West Africa, the Banque Centrale des États de l’Afrique de l’Ouest (BCEAO) launches the e-CFA to balance innovation with regulatory oversight, boosting financial inclusion.

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Story summary

JD.com and Ant Group halted stablecoin projects after concerns from the People's Bank of China (PBoC), signaling a cautious stance on private digital currencies.
PBoC aims to prevent private entities from undermining the e-CNY, reinforcing central bank leadership in digital currency strategy.
In West Africa, the Banque Centrale des États de l’Afrique de l’Ouest (BCEAO) launches the e-CFA to balance innovation with regulatory oversight, boosting financial inclusion.