Downgrade indicates state’s reduced ability, not willingness, to provide ‘same level of extraordinary support’
Retail gold token launched in Hong Kong tests the waters for more digital versions of real-world assets
Real-time transaction security risks could be solved by widespread adoption of ISO messaging standards
Requirement to register ‘accountable persons’ will not come into effect until July
Experts warn of market instability risks as BoJ brings an end to years of loose monetary policy