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“Chinese state-run banks aim to integrate the digital yuan with government-issued social security cards in an initiative promoting digital payments. This assists the elderly and rural populations with low smartphone ownership, while addressing the issue of unbanked individuals within these demographics.”

China’s energy providers are accepting payments in digital yuan, the country’s central bank digital currency (CBDC). This initiative enables faster transactions, low-cost transfers, accessibility, and transparency. However, it also raises challenges of digital literacy, volatility, and privacy. Companies plan to offer educational workshops to help users understand the differences between conventional payment methods and digital yuan.