Tag: CBDC
Will CBDCs deliver major social change?
A recent study by Ripple has found that over 70% of respondents across five global regions believe central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) could deliver major social change in the next five years.
Banque de France accelerates CBDC program
The Banque de France intends to speed up its wholesale CBDC program as it looks to be ready to introduce central bank money as a settlement asset as early as next year.
Soramitsu to undertake CBDC studies with Vietnam and the Philippines
Japanese blockchain firm Soramitsu will undertake feasibility studies for central bank digital currencies (CBDC) with both Vietnam and the Philippines.
Bangladesh to conduct study for launch of CBDC
The government of Bangladesh has revealed it will conduct a feasibility study to introduce a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in the country.
BIS survey finds 9 out of 10 central banks are exploring...
A study by the Bank of International Settlements has found nine out of ten central banks are exploring the use of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs).
HKMA issues discussion paper on retail CBDC issues
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has launched a discussion paper to gather views on the key issues surrounding a retail central bank digital currency (CBDC).
EU calls for ideas on CBDC legislation challenges
The European Commission has issued a ‘call for ideas’ to help inform rule makers around the legislative roadblocks of a digital euro.
China to widen digital yuan trials across more cities nationwide
The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) is set to expand a pilot of a digital yuan across a range of new locations following the success of the initial program.
Bank of England and MIT partner for CBDC research
The Bank of England has teamed up with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for a 12-month research project around central bank digital currency (CBDC).
Bank of Canada and MIT collaborate on CBDC project
The Bank of Canada and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) will collaborate on a 12-month project exploring central bank digital currencies (CBDCs).