CBDC
Lebanon Preparing Central Bank Digital Currency for 2021 Rollout
Central bankers hope the CBDC will help restore confidence in Lebanon's shaky banking sector.
Beijing Municipal Government Conference Notes Plans to Pilot CBDC in China's Capital
The discussion of China's digital yuan at a regional-level conference indicates the pilot is being included in state-level planning.
Debate Rages on Whether a Digital Dollar Will Unleash Inflation
Some speculate that if the Fed implements a digital dollar, soaring inflation will soon follow.
Mastercard President Says Crypto Patents Will Pay Off When Central Bank Digital Currencies Arrive
Crypto IP "puts us in a good position" for central bank digital currencies, said Mastercard President Miebach.
In the CBDC Race, It's Better to Be Last
As countries like China and Sweden rush to develop digital currencies, the U.S. can afford to take its time.
China Should Take Part in Creating Global Regulatory Framework for Digital Currency, Xi Says
China's president said the nation should proactively participate in setting the international framework.
Philippines Central Bank Governor: No Digital Peso Before 2023
The central bank won’t pursue a CBDC for the duration of Governor Benjamin Diokno's term, which ends in 2023.
Hong Kong 'Exploring' Collaboration With China on Digital Yuan: Finance Chief
A cross-boundary digital yuan could bring Hong Kong closer to China, Hui said.
Bank of Spain to Weigh Digital Currency Design Proposals, 'Implications' Through 2021
The "priority" research comes as Spain weighs a global pivot to digital economies.
Digital Euro Within Decade 'Very Likely,' Says Finland's Chief Central Banker
Olli Rehn believes a digital euro "in one form or another" is all but inevitable.
