China to let banks pay interest on digital yuan to drive adoption

Timmy Shen / theblock - China's central bank will allow commercial banks to pay interests on digital yuan holdings in a new framework taking effect on Jan. 1, 2026.

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China’s Trying to Give the Digital Yuan a Boost in 2026

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Digital Yuan holdings to earn interest under China's new framework

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China to let banks pay interest on digital yuan to drive adoption

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China to offer interest on digital yuan to spur adoption - Tech in Asia

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China to pay interest on digital yuan in bid to boost adoption - The Business Times

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China to Pay Interest on Digital Yuan in Bid to Boost Adoption

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Xiaomi Co-Founder Lin Bin Announces Long-Term Share Sale Plan of Up to USD 2 Billion

pandaily - Xiaomi co-founder and Vice Chairman Lin Bin has announced a planned sale of up to $2 billion worth of shares over several years, starting in late 2026, with proceeds earmarked for a new investment fund.

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Xiaomi Co-Founder Lin Bin Announces Long-Term Share Sale Plan of Up to USD 2 Billion

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Xiaomi stock dips after co-founder’s share-sale plan revealed

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