UK appoints HSBC for blockchain bond pilot

The United Kingdom has officially appointed HSBC, one of the world's leading banking and financial services organizations, to spearhead a pilot project aimed at exploring the potential applications of blockchain technology in the issuance and management of government bonds. This initiative represents a significant step towards modernizing the country's financial infrastructure and enhancing efficiency in the bond issuance process. source: https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/02/12/uk-appoints-hsbc-for-blockchain-bond-pilot