Brazil’s Central Bank introduces Drex, its upcoming digital currency, aiming to ease credit access and streamline real estate transactions. Fabio Araujo, the Project Coordinator, recently shared insights. He said tests with multiple banks will continue until May 2024. Araujo recognized the challenges many face in acquiring credit. He believes this new technology will usher in […]
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