New Zealand will incorporate digital currencies into its national financial education curriculum starting in 2026, as announced by Education Minister Erica Stanford. The initiative aims to enhance financial literacy among students from Years 1 to 10, with the curriculum becoming mandatory in 2027. The program will cover modern payment systems, including digital assets and market indicators like token prices, to prepare students for the digital economy. The curriculum will be structured to progressively build financial literacy skills. Younger students (grades 1-5) will learn basic financial concepts such as earning, spending, and saving, while older students (grades 6-10) will tackle more complex topics like investing, interest, taxation, and insurance. The Ministry of Education will work with the Pensions Council and other institutions to support this educational initiative, which will also address the impact of blockchain technology on global payment systems.