China's Digital RMB Center Launches in Shanghai, Expanding Financial Platforms

Key Points:* The Digital RMB operations center began its Shanghai activities, launching cross-border platforms.

• Aimed at enhancing China’s global digital finance footprint.
• Focuses on facilitating cross-border trade and economic integration. The Digital RMB International Operations Center has commenced operations in Shanghai, launching three platforms to enhance cross-border digital finance, as announced by People’s Bank of China officials.

This initiative marks a significant step in promoting the digital RMB’s global adoption, aiming to streamline international payments and potentially reshape cross-border financial systems.

Shanghai Launch Accelerates Global RMB Adoption

The Digital RMB International Operations Center in Shanghai has started, unveiling three business platforms targeting cross-border digital finance improvements. Led by Pan Gongsheng, it was announced to boost global RMB adoption. The center enhances digital currency infrastructure and legal compliance, using blockchain to streamline transactions and secure digital asset handling. Key officials emphasized its role in economic reform during a Lujiazui Forum event; Pan Gongsheng highlighted blockchain’s transformative effect on payments.

Ethereum (ETH) is currently valued at $4,014.54, with a market cap of formatNumber(484569903069, 2) and dominates 12.65% of the market, according to CoinMarketCap. Its price saw a 3.95% dip over 24 hours, with significant volatility in the past three months.

The application of emerging technologies in cross-border payments is gaining momentum, with blockchain and distributed ledger technology driving the rapid growth of CBDCs and stablecoins. — Pan Gongsheng, Governor, People’s Bank of China

Blockchain and CBDC Integration in Cross-Border Finance

Did you know? Earlier pilots only involved regional trials, but this center marks China’s first comprehensive effort in digital RMB’s global reach.

Coincu research team suggests blind adherence to historical norms should be avoided as this launch encourages emerging technologies in finance. Analyzing regulatory and technological outcomes, the center’s launch potentially reshapes the cross-border landscape by integrating blockchain and CBDC systems.

Ethereum(ETH), daily chart, screenshot on CoinMarketCap at 07:49 UTC on September 25, 2025. Source: CoinMarketCap The center’s launch potentially reshapes the cross-border landscape by integrating blockchain and CBDC systems.

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