Central Bank Digital Currency

Bim Afolami Takes Charge: New Era Of Crypto Policies In UK Treasury
Federal Reserve's Barr Throws Down The Gauntlet: Stablecoins Need Federal Regulation
New Digital Payment Network Promises To Make Cross-Border Transactions Faster, Cheaper
Federal Reserve's Barr Throws Down The Gauntlet: Stablecoins Need Federal Regulation
New Digital Payment Network Promises To Make Cross-Border Transactions Faster, Cheaper
Fed Governor Michelle Bowman Says Creation Of US CBDC 'Could Pose Significant Risks'
Australia Receives Crypto Certainty As New Regulation Fosters 'Room For Innovation'

Central Bank Digital Currency Recent News

Will Banks Soon Be Obsolete? Russian Lawmaker Expects CBDCs, Blockchain Takeover
The rise of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and blockchain technology is signaling a transformative era for the global banking sector.
Congressman Vows To Fight CBDCs, Calls Them 'Evil...Like A Financial Death Star'
Ohio Congressman Warren Davidson has expressed strong opposition to Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), emphasizing the potential risks they pose to the digital asset ecosystem.
GOP Candidate Francis Suarez, Backer Of Failed Miami Coin, Wants Your Donations In Bitcoin
Miami Mayor and U.S. Presidential candidate Francis Suarez is known for his pro-Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) stance, especially if it's in the form of a campaign donation.
Can Stablecoins Drain Wealth From Emerging Economies? Deputy Governor Sounds Alarm
Despite the rapid proliferation of stablecoins, many regulators are apprehensive about adopting the technology, particularly in emerging economies.
Bank For International Settlements Unveils Cutting-Edge Security Framework For CBDC Resilience
The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) has rolled out a new security and resilience framework aimed at protecting Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) from the ever-evolving landscape of cyberthreats.
Digital Euro Master Plan: European Commission Unveils Roadmap To Modernize Currency
The European Commission has unveiled an ambitious vision that aims to lay the groundwork for the creation of a digital form of the euro. Goal Of Modernizing Euro Currency
Fed Chair Powell: Cryptocurrencies Here To Stay, Central Banks Should Regulate Stablecoins
Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, on Wednesday, acknowledged the enduring nature of cryptocurrencies as a category of assets.
Hong Kong Rolls Out Red Carpet For Crypto Giants: Could Coinbase Moving Its Headquarters?
Promoting its forward-thinking position on digital currencies, a member of the Hong Kong Legislative Council has extended an open invitation to Coinbase Global Inc (NASDAQ: COIN) and other cryptocurrency exchanges to set up shop in the territory.
NY Fed Publishes Positive Results From Cross-Border Payments Study With Singapore
The New York Federal Reserve published results from a joint study conducted with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
Ron DeSantis Attacks CBDC, Defends The Likes Of Bitcoin: 'They Don't Like Crypto Because They Can't Control It'
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, on Tuesday, unveiled a series of state legislative proposals aimed at combating “woke politics,” while also defending cryptocurrency as a whole. 
Cruz Introduces Bill To Block Fed, 'Big Government' From Establishing A CBDC
Republican Senator Ted Cruz of Texas has introduced a bill aimed at prohibiting the Federal Reserve from establishing a central bank digital currency (CBDC).
Could Government Spy On Your Finances With A Digital Dollar? Congressman Emmer Raises Concerns
Rep. Tom Emmer (R-Minn.) has launched a campaign against the Biden administration's efforts to establish a digital dollar, saying it could be employed to collect sens
The Future Is Here: Iran's Central Bank Goes Digital With Its Currency
The Monetary and Banking Research Institute of Iran has completed preliminary research for the launch of a potential digital rial, as part of its central bank digital currency (CBDC) plans, according to an official statement
BIS Report Finds Benefits Of Cross-Border CBDC Payments In Project Icebreaker
The Bank for International Settlements (BIS), which brings together central banks from around the world, says its Project Icebreaker experiment has shown the benefits of the cross-border payment model for central bank di
Bitget Partners With Capitual To Explore Brazil's CBDC Programs, Expand In Latin America
Cryptocurrency exchange Bitget partnered with fintech company Capitual to explore participation in Brazil’s central bank digital currency (CBDC) programs. Capitual is one of the designated CBDC partners of the Central Bank of Brazil.
Bank Of England Proposes A 'Digital Pound' For Everyday Use
The Bank of England has put forward a proposal to launch a digital currency that would be solely issued by the central bank that could be used by households and businesses for their everyday payments,
Reliance Retail Adopts Digital Rupee, Boosting CBDC Adoption Across India
Reliance Retail, one of the largest retail chains in India, announced plans to accept the digital rupee at all its properties, following the company's successful rollout of support for the digital rupee at its Freshpik gourmet store line, TechCrunch reported</
Binance CEO: This Country's Pilot CBDC Program Will Be Implemented On BNB Chain
Binance CEO and co-founder Changpeng Zhao confirmed that the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBK) will integrate its central bank digital currency (CBDC), on the BNB Chain, the underlying blockchain of the Binance network.
Hey Rishi Sunak! We Know You Love Bored Apes, Come To Benzinga's Future Of Crypto Event To Hear From The Founder
Benzinga is cordially inviting new British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to its Future of Crypto event on Dec. 7 in New York City. Founded in 2009 by CEO Jason Raznick, Detroit-based Benzinga is one of the largest content providers to global brokerages and media houses.
New UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Launching Support For CBDCs: What Are They And What Could Happen Next
The U.K. named a new prime minister on Monday. The new leader has been known for a vocal supportive position of cryptocurrency, which was already seen in comments made Monday.
Zimbabwe University To Develop A Central Bank Digital Currency
The Harare Institute of Technology in Zimbabwe is developing a central bank digital currency (CBDC), according to the institute’s Vice Chancellor Quinton Kanhukamwe.
Alibaba's Ant At The Forefront Among Privately-Run Businesses To Expand Trials Of China's Digital Currency
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding Limited’s (NYSE: BABA) affiliate Ant Group is among the first privately-run businesses to be included in China’s digital currency trials, CNBC
Bank Of America Calls Bitcoin 'Impractical', Crypto Community Has A Lot To Say About That
Bank of America Corp (NYSE: BAC) faced some backlash from the crypto community earlier today after its criticism of Bitcoin from its latest research note made headlines.