Crypto-Shekel May Be in the Cards for Israeli Lawmakers

Three government officials in Israels Ministry of Finance have confirmed they are considering issuing a state-sponsored cryptocurrency, the Shekel, to reduce the number of cash transactions within the middle eastern country. The Push for a Regulated Digital Currency The Bank of Israel is looking into the possibility of a state-sponsored digital currency, according to a few government officials that agreed to comment with the requirement of anonymity. The aim with this initiative is to reducenRea

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