CBDC

The cryptocurrency trading revolution exploded more than ten years ago and led to an almost unprecedented economic and financial earthquake. As a result, people are learning to change their approach to payment and investment systems, pushing up the price of many cryptocurrencies. Such a rapid change has been noticed on the boards of the world's major central banks. In fact, in an increasing number of countries, central banks are working on launching centralized digital currencies, known as CBDC. This article…

With discussions for a US-based CBDC underway, forces are already acting to ensure it doesn’t mimic China’s digital yuan. For example, Tom Emmer – a Republican House member – recently introduced a bill preventing the Fed from issuing a CBDC directly to individuals. Stepping Away From Authoritarianism Emmer announced the bill in a tweet on Wednesday, attached to a thread explaining its purpose. He insisted that a United States CBDC must ensure financial privacy, cultivate innovation, and maintain the dollar’s…

The political world appears increasingly divided on the issue of cryptocurrencies. In 2021 we observed regulatory choices that sometimes oppose each other. For instance, some advocate for a total ban of cryptocurrencies. However, others look to adopt Bitcoin or CBDCs as a legal digital tender. And, last year, we saw them all. Recently, Kazakhstan has joined the group of countries studying this type of solution in 2021. After months of analysis, the government has postponed a definitive choice on the…

Throughout 2021 we have seen a series of crypto bans coming from Asian countries. Last year, some countries decided to adopt Bitcoin as legal digital currencies, while others chose to ban cryptocurrencies investments. Worldwide decisions from policymakers have affected the price of leading cryptocurrencies. While it is difficult to predict what will happen in 2022, some trends already seem visible in many economies. This article will summarize what we saw in 2021. Also, it tries to read between the lines…

While Jerome Powell remains cautious of the stablecoin sector, he has big plans for utilizing cryptocurrency technology for American benefit. In a recent statement, he announced a related partnership between the Federal Reserve and the Bank of International Settlements. Together, the organizations will analyze how Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) can improve the current global financial system. Powell’s Plans For CBDCs The chairman announced the partnership during his opening remarks for the “Introducing the New York Innovation Center Event,” earlier…

A study from Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) presents the thoughts and findings on CBDCs during the summer of 2022. Also, the Hong Kong regulators released a whitepaper today. In it, we discover the state is exploring the possibility of a digital Hong Kong dollar (e-HKD). Hong Kong might be analyzing the potential of a retail-focused central bank digital currency (CBDC) which aims to study the feasibility of e-HKD. What the Whitepaper Aims to Accomplish The whitepaper is part of…

Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) are all the rage right now. These assets have been increasing since last year, and they continue to do so. Today, estimates suggest that countries representing 90 percent of global GDP will launch CBDCs in the next decade. So, what exactly is the impact of these assets on economies? The rise of CBDCs has been inspiring for sure. China started the race, launching trials for its digital yuan in 2020. Even with the global pandemic, problems for the…

The entire world is looking into currency digitization right now. Countries everywhere are launching central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and switching. The move towards this new development primarily started with China. Xi Jinping's administration had seen CBDCs as a means of transforming its economy. So, in 2019, it began work on a CBDC. Since China started its mission, several other countries have joined in. Many of them have been looking to optimize their currencies and make them more effective. So, digitization seemed like…

Cryptocurrency fans and investors just breathed a major sigh of relief. Jerome Powell– Chairman of the Federal Reserve– has confirmed that he “has no intention” to ban cryptocurrency in the US. Powell’s Position on Crypto The chairman confirmed and clarified his position today while testifying in front of congress. House Representative Ted Budd asked Powell to explain one of his previous statements on the matter.  [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="967"] Jerome Powell. Source: Reuters[/caption] In July, Powell joined a slew of…