European Central Bank
EU Consultation Looks at Issues With a Digital Euro
The union's executive branch got the ball rolling Tuesday on the legislation needed to issue such a currency.
EU Digital Euro Designers Wrestle With Privacy Concerns
As the European Central Bank explores the development of a digital euro, designers might favor a centralized system that would inhibit people's transaction privacy. “The Hash” group discusses how user privacy should be protected in digital cash systems, drawing connections to crypto oversight in Canada amid the trucker protests.
Europe's CBDC Designers Wrestle With Privacy Issues
The European Central Bank will likely to opt for a centralized solution for its new digital euro, raising questions about state snooping.
Economist: Gold and the Yuan Are Being Used for Sanctions Evasion, Not Crypto
European Central Bank Chief Christine Lagarde is raising concerns regarding cryptocurrency being used for sanctions evasion, and Tressis’ Daniel Lacalle explains why he believes other alternatives like the Chinese yuan and gold are being used for the same purpose. Plus, a conversation on the state of Russia’s economy as the war in Ukraine wages on.
Crypto Remains a Threat: ECB Chief Christine Lagarde
Crypto service providers are accomplices to circumventing Russia sanctions, Lagarde said during an appearance at the Bank for International Settlements’ Innovation Summit on Tuesday.
Week in Review: BOE Hikes Interest Rate, ECB to Reduce Crisis-Era Stimulus, Only 10% of Bitcoin Left to Mine
Taking a look at this past week’s stories making waves in the cryptocurrency space: The Bank of England (BOE) delivering a surprise interest rate hike, the European Central Bank (ECB) announcing an end to the crisis-era asset purchase program, and bitcoin officially surpassing 90% of its available supply.
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.
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.
Market Wrap: Bitcoin Consolidates Amid China Crackdown
China’s announcement preceded choppy price moves around $34,000, which left traders with little sense of direction.
European Central Bank Can Better Protect Digital Payment Privacy, Exec Board Member Says
Privacy in the digital euro is a focal point for Europeans as are concerns of security and interoperability.
