{"id":20182,"date":"2023-07-23T09:42:52","date_gmt":"2023-07-23T09:42:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nftandcrypto-news.com\/crypto\/nigerian-central-bank-adds-nfc-upgrade-to-enaira-for-contactless-payments\/"},"modified":"2023-07-23T09:42:55","modified_gmt":"2023-07-23T09:42:55","slug":"nigerian-central-bank-adds-nfc-upgrade-to-enaira-for-contactless-payments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nftandcrypto-news.com\/crypto\/nigerian-central-bank-adds-nfc-upgrade-to-enaira-for-contactless-payments\/","title":{"rendered":"Nigerian central bank adds NFC upgrade to eNaira for contactless payments"},"content":{"rendered":"
Despite the former governor\u2019s ousting nearly two months ago, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) continues to be committed to its central bank digital currency (CBDC) project, showing no indications of abandoning it.<\/p>\n
According to a report by local news outlet The Sun, the central bank recently enhanced the CBDC mobile app by incorporating Near Field Communication (NFC) technology. This upgrade enables mobile devices and payment terminals to interact when in close proximity, facilitating convenient and contactless eNaira payments.<\/p>\n
Despite previous versions incorporating QR codes, the CBN reportedly emphasizes that the latest addition of NFC technology will play a crucial role in boosting the adoption rates for the CBDC. Joseph Angaye, the deputy director of the CBN\u2019s risk management department, reportedly revealed that the banking regulator is committed to utilizing innovative technology to enhance user experience. <\/p>\n