central banks

Central Bankers From Canada, Netherlands, Ukraine Call Blockchain Unnecessary for Digital Fiat
Central bank digital currencies have been a hot topic in blockchain circles recently, but central banks are lukewarm about blockchains.

New Central Bank Group to Discuss Digital Currency Benefits at April Meeting: Report
The heads of six major central banks will hold their first meeting in April on potentially developing their own digital currencies, Nikkei says.

WEF Launches Global Consortium for Crypto Governance
The WEF is creating a global consortium to develop a governance framework for cryptocurrencies, including stablecoins.

In Race for 2030 Currency Supremacy, the Dollar Is Its Own Worst Enemy
As the roaring '20s begin, the U.S. dollar looks as strong as ever. But signs of decline are on the horizon.

A Decade of Quantitative Easing Has Paved the Way for the Age of Digital Currency
Ten years of central bank quantitative easing have fostered big distortions in the global financial system, setting it up for a major architectural shift.

China's Central Bank Likely to Pilot Digital Currency in Cities of Shenzhen and Suzhou: Report
The People's Bank of China is said to be preparing to launch pilots for its digital currency in Shenzhen and Suzhou from the end of the year.

Russian Central Bank Says It Would Support Crypto Ban
The Bank of Russia has backed a potential ban on cryptocurrency payments, according to a state news agency.

Chinese Central Bank Plans to Nip Young Crypto Businesses 'In the Bud'
China's central bank has formally issued a new plan to crack down on crypto businesses.

Chinese Central Bank Official Calls for Commercial Bank Blockchain Adoption
A Chinese central bank official has called on commercial banks to adopt blockchain technology in digital finance.

Libra Shows Central Banks' Failure on Cross-Border Payments: Riksbank
A senior economist at Sweden's Riksbank says central banks need to "keep up" with cryptocurrency advancements like Libra and XRP.

