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International Monetary Fund
IMF Says CBDCs Could Boost Middle East's Financial Inclusion, Payment Efficiency
The survey said that the 19 central banks in the region are exploring issuing a CBDC and the countries are mainly focused on how CBDCs can enhance financial inclusion and payment system efficiency.
CBDCs Can Replace Cash in Island Economies, IMF Chief Says
Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, said recently in a speech that central bank digital currencies (CBDC) can replace physical money, especially in economies where cash deployment is costly. While some institutions like the European Union’s apex bank ECB have insisted that a CBDC will not replace cash, Georgieva’s comments indicate it could be a possibility – and even beneficial – for some economies.
Banning Crypto May Not Be the Best Approach to Balancing Risk and Demand: IMF
The International Monetary Fund said banning crypto may not be the best way of mitigating the associated risks, just months after suggesting that approach as an option, because it would also prevent countries gaining the associated benefits. "The Hash" panel weighs in on the IMF's stance towards the crypto industry.
Central Banks Introduce CBDC, Stablecoin Standards With Amazon, Grab Running Trials
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has proposed standards for using digital money, including central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and tokenized bank deposits, on a distributed ledger. "The Hash" panel breaks down the technical white paper produced by the agency with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and other financial institutions.
The Most Intense Consensus Ever Seeks Everyone’s Voice
This year’s CoinDesk Consensus event, which will bring key policy and technical debates to the forefront, is especially important. While the withdrawal of a handful of previously agreed-upon speaking assignments undermines full representation on both sides of the issues, non-U.S. jurisdiction involvement will make 2023's Consensus one to remember, writes CoinDesk Chief Content Officer Michael Casey.
IMF Had Warned G-20 That Widespread Crypto Use Could Impact Banking Sector
The International Monetary Fund's report on "Macrofinancial Implications of Crypto Assets," given to the G-20 in February during a meeting in India, was made public on Monday, days after the collapse of crypto-friendly banks Signature Bank, Silicon Valley Bank, and Silvergate Bank. "The Hash" panel discusses the significance of the report, as the IMF had warned the Group of 20 (G-20) nations that the widespread proliferation of crypto assets could lead to banks losing deposits and curtailing lending.
US Regulators Warn Banks About Crypto Liquidity Risks; IMF Board ‘Generally Agreed’ Crypto Shouldn’t Be Legal Tender
The Federal Reserve and other U.S. banking agencies are warning banks that crypto poses significant liquidity dangers. Separately, the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Executive Board said in a statement that cryptocurrency should, in general, not be granted legal tender status.
IMF Board 'Generally Agreed' Crypto Shouldn't Be Legal Tender
Outright crypto bans aren’t ideal but shouldn’t be ruled out, the International Monetary Fund leadership said.
Crypto Outlook as IMF Warns 'the Worst Is Yet to Come'
The International Monetary Fund cut its growth outlook for 2023, suggesting rising interest rate hikes could spark a global recession. Separately, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned the U.S. could be headed for a recession in 6 to 9 months. "The Hash" panel discusses what this means for the crypto markets.
El Salvador Loses Half of BTC Investment as Market Plummets, Official Defends Country’s Bitcoin Strategy
El Salvador’s Finance Minister Alejandro Zelaya stated that bitcoin’s recent price plummet will only have an “extremely minimal” impact on the country’s economy. “The Hash” group discusses El Salvador’s financial relationships with institutions like the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and criticism the Latin American country may face for its pro-bitcoin policy.