Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)

3 Key Takeaways From China’s E-CNY Whitepaper

As a first impression, it appears that e-CNY aims to oust other digital assets - including stablecoins.

ECB Says ‘Investigation Phase’ of Digital Euro Will Take Until Mid-2023

The ECB has taken its first step towards developing a CBDC, but users are already showing concerns.

BIS Blesses CBDC Development in 56 Countries

With over 56 countries actively researching or implementing CBDCs, the BIS has just offered guidance on the process.

Digital Yuan is near but Chinese Banks Are not Ready for It

While working to slow competing digital currencies, the PBOC tries to add the CBDC to its banking infrastructure.

Bitcoin Trades Above $70k in South Korea: Kimchi Premium Explained

Those who can pour unlimited money into financial assets, while deregulating competing assets, have unlimited power.

Bank of America Slams Bitcoin, but Calls DeFi “Intriguing”

Bank of America’s new report offers very little new revelations on Bitcoin’s cons, but shines praises on DeFi.

China Gives Away $3 Million Worth of Digital Yuan in Latest CBDC Test

China's CBDC has been under development for years. This latest test signals a full release in the near future.

OMFIF DMI Founding Member: We May See “Major” CBDC Adoption in Next Five Years

CBDCs see growing interest in Europe, Africa, and Asia

Federal Reserve Paper Suggests Commercial Banking May Become Obsolete

If all money is digital, and all of it is centrally issued, is there room for commercial banking?

Interview: Lykke CEO & Former CFTC Chair Discuss “Open Initiative”, Blockchain in Times of Crisis, More

Despite Rumors, People’s Bank of China Has No Launch Date for CBDC

The digital currency is currently being tested, inching closer to launch

Société Générale Completes €40 Million CBDC Transaction

France's third-largest bank is big on blockchain