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On January 1, 2026, the People's Bank of China started paying interest on digital yuan balances in user wallets, making it the world's first central bank digital currency to offer returns to ordinary holders. This upgrade shifts the digital yuan from a simple payment tool to a more attractive option for holding money. Adoption is expected to grow following this change.
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Yao Qian, the former head of China's digital yuan project, has been accused of accepting at least $8 million in cryptocurrency bribes while at the People's Bank of China. A state broadcaster's documentary revealed details of the corruption, including how a subordinate facilitated the transfers. The scandal emerges as China promotes its central bank digital currency amid a crackdown on private cryptos.