Israel, Hong Kong complete retail CBDC test emphasizing privacy, inclusivity
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority, Bank of Israel and Bank for International Settlements teamed up to address the complex issues of rCBDCs. Go to Source
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Fed vice chair Barr gives update on CBDC research, plugs stablecoin legislation
Michael Barr expressed “strong concern” about stablecoins and appreciation of legislative efforts to address them at the Philadelphia Fed’s fintech event. Go to Source
Blockchain could have prevented Nigeria’s naira scarcity effects – Local experts
According to local stakeholders, the decision to print new naira notes could have occurred via DeFi, involving Nigerians and aiding readiness for the change Go to Source
House committee will reopen discussions on digital dollar in Sept. 14 hearing
Following an August recess, members of the House Financial Services Committee will gather for a “Digital Dollar Dilemma” hearing on Sept. 14. Go to Source
EU financial chief: Don’t rush digital euro before new EU Comission in June 2024
Mairead McGuinness believes that the CBDC project should be approached “quietly and slowly” by the next EU Commission. Go to Source
CBDCs will gradually displace private banks, says Russian lawmaker
Some Russian banks have been increasingly concerned about the potential implications of the digital ruble after the first pilots started in August. Go to Source
Regulated Liability Network identifies proof-of-concept case with digital pound
The RLN, which places tokenized assets and liabilities on the same ledger, was tested with simulated cross-border CBDC transactions in a previous project. Go to Source
Digital euro can ward off a host of private payment service ills: ECB official
Private payment services can gain a monopoly over services with no benefit to other market players or economic stability, ECB board member Fabio Panetta said. Go to Source
Bank of China: Platforms must provide digital yuan retail payment option
In the short term, e-commerce platforms can integrate the CBDC through QR codes. Go to Source
Digital rupee gets big usability boost through Yes Bank integration with UPI
Yes Bank’s app UPI integration is the first for the Indian retail CBDC, which has seen a variety of projects since its pilot launch since December. Go to Source
