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Central Bankers, Experts Outline Possible Scenarios for CBDC Adoption

Central bank digital currencies can have broad implications for the global balance of power, experts say.

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ECB's Lagarde Has 'Hunch' Digital Euro Will Launch in 2-4 Years

ECB President Christine Lagarde says the impetus for a central bank digital currency could come from the need to facilitate cross-border finance.

ECB President Christine Lagarde speaks about the prospects for a digital euro at an online forum.

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Lebanon Preparing Central Bank Digital Currency for 2021 Rollout

Central bankers hope the CBDC will help restore confidence in Lebanon's shaky banking sector.

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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.

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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.

DoubleLine CEO Jeff Gundlach warns of inflation with a digital U.S. dollar.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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