Bank of England reconsiders digital pound amid innovation push The Bank of England (BoE) is reportedly reconsidering its plans to launch a central bank digital currency (CBDC), signaling a potential retreat from the idea of a state-backed digital pound.... Rita Dfouni — 1 day ago
No more paying hackers: U.K. bans public sector ransom payments The UK government has unveiled a new policy designed to deter cybercriminals by preventing the payment of ransoms. This ban will apply to public‑sector organisations and critical infrastructure, including NHS... Stacy Pereira — 1 day ago