Still too cryptic to oust even the humble rand

The global economy remains anchored in conventional fiat money — but as digital finance evolves, the debate over crypto’s role will intensify

23 March 2025 - 00:00
By Herman Bezuidenhout

The global economy remains anchored in conventional fiat money — but as digital finance evolves, the debate over crypto’s role will intensify, writes Herman Bezuidenhout.

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