The UK Treasury’s partnership with HSBC’s Orion platform marks a significant technological advancement in modernizing sovereign debt markets. By leveraging a proven blockchain infrastructure that has already handled more than $3.5 billion in issuances, the DIGIT project ensures high credibility and technical reliability. This move establishes a strong foundation for faster, cheaper, and more efficient bond settlement. Asia is demonstrating operational leadership by leapfrogging Western markets in the real-world application of blockchain technology. While the West focuses on institutional exchange-traded funds (ETFs), ... (full story)