CBDCs
Digital Euro Project Moves to 'Preparation' Phase
The move is not a decision to issue a central bank digital currency, the European Central Bank said Wednesday.
Ripple VP: The Policy Considerations 'Justifying the Implementation of CBDCs'
Central bank digital currencies have nearly limitless opportunity but ultimately, mainstream adoption hinges upon usability, Ripple Vice President James Wallis writes.
Incoming BOE Deputy Governor Highlights Crypto Risks, Cites Benefits at Parliamentary Hearing
There are benefits to crypto technology, and the digital pound could anchor digital money, Sarah Breeden said.
Reject CBDCs, Embrace the Right to Transact
The steady creep of payments digitization means governments will be able to increasingly intervene and potentially censor economic activity.
Mastercard Deepens Tie to CBDCs as Nations Mull Issuing Digital Currencies
Some of the first partners in a new Mastercard CBDC forum include Ripple, Fireblocks and Consensys.
SEC Case Had 'Almost No Impact' on Ripple's Talks With Central Banks, Says Exec
James Wallis also said the decision that Ripple's sale of XRP did not constitute investment contracts was a major victory, not just for Ripple but also for the industry.
Nigeria Is Altering eNaira Model to Promote Use of the Digital Currency: Central Bank
For many citizens, the central bank digital currency isn't easy to use.
15 Retail CBDCs Likely by 2030, BIS Study Says
A survey conducted by the Bank for International Settlements also found 93% of central banks worldwide were engaged in digital currency work in 2022.
Big Banks, NY Fed’s Innovation Group See Merit in Digital Ledgers for Global Payments
NY Fed’s innovation center worked with Citi, HSBC and other banks on the concept of a network for wholesale payments on a shared ledger, finding the idea has potential benefits.
