Digital Tenge cbdc
Overview
Digital Tenge is the central bank digital currency (CBDC) of Kazakhstan, issued by the National Bank of Kazakhstan. It is a retail CBDC designed to function as a digital equivalent of cash, aimed at improving payment system efficiency and financial inclusion. After extensive pilots (100+ projects), Kazakhstan granted the digital tenge legal-tender status in 2026, with issuance and circulation rules taking effect and a national rollout beginning in July 2026.
Within the DeFi Intel graph, Digital Tenge connects to 1 tracked entity, most strongly to National Bank of Kazakhstan.
Relations
Top connections in the DeFi Intel knowledge graph (confidence-weighted, 1 of 1 total).
| Relation | Connected entity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
issued_by | National Bank of Kazakhstan | 85% |
Frequently asked questions
What is Digital Tenge?
Digital Tenge is the central bank digital currency (CBDC) of Kazakhstan, issued by the National Bank of Kazakhstan. It is a retail CBDC designed to function as a digital equivalent of cash.
Who issues Digital Tenge?
Digital Tenge is issued by the National Bank of Kazakhstan.
What is the current status of the Digital Tenge project?
The Digital Tenge project is currently in the pilot phase.