CBDCs
BIS, IMF, World Bank: Central Banks Must Consider Cross-Border Implications of CBDCs
In a paper published Friday, the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) said central banks worldwide should be focused more on cross-border settlement issues than domestic issues and on making central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) in different jurisdictions interoperable. “The Hash” hosts discuss surveillance concerns for CBDCs and the feasibility of the statements.
Jerome Powell: I'm 'Undecided' on the Benefits of CBDCs
The Federal Reserve chair said "the more direct route" would be to regulate stablecoins.
European Central Bank Moves to Start Digital Euro Project
The European Central Bank (ECB) said Wednesday it would move from discussion to exploration in its plans to develop a eurozone central bank digital currency (CBDC). “The Hash” panel discusses the outlook for the digital euro, raising concerns over privacy and financial sovereignty.
Jerome Powell: CBDC Report Coming in Early September
The report will address cryptocurrencies, stablecoins and CBDCs.
ECB Moves to Start Digital Euro Project
The ECB has been discussing the potential launch of a eurozone central bank digital currency since the beginning of the year.
3 Firms Vie to Develop South Korea's CBDC Pilot
BOK will base its evaluation on the technological capacity of each firm.
Ghana's Central Bank to Pilot CBDC in September, Calls It 'Cash on Its Own': Report
While no date has been given for the launch of a digital cedi, the deputy governor said its success would determine the next steps.
Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire on Taking His Company Public
Jeremy Allaire of Circle, an issuer of stablecoin USDC, says he vows to make his company “the most public and transparent operator of full-reserve stablecoins in the market.” Allaire discusses taking his company public and the mission to increase transparency around USDC.
BIS, IMF, World Bank Say Central Banks Must Consider Cross-Border Implications of CBDCs
Central banks are focusing on domestic CBDC use, even though the implications go beyond borders.
