Last Updated: January 14, 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help our website function efficiently and provide us with insights into how you interact with our content.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Essential: Ensure the site loads correctly and remembers your privacy preferences.
- Performance/Analytics: Understand which articles on CBDCs or Tokenisation are most popular so we can improve our editorial focus.
- Functionality: Remember your settings (like dark mode or font size).
Cookie Categories & Duration
| Category | Purpose | Duration |
| Strictly Necessary | Site security, load balancing, and consent management. | Session / 1 Year |
| Analytics (Google/Plausible) | Anonymous traffic data to improve our intelligence reports. | 24 Hours – 2 Years |
| Marketing (Optional) | Tracking for targeted industry newsletters or partner events. | 1 Year |
Managing Your Preferences
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time via the “Cookie Settings” button in our footer. In accordance with 2026 UK/EU standards, our banner offers a “Reject All” option that is as simple to use as “Accept All.”