The Future of Cash in a Digital World: Insights on CBDCs
Benoît Cœuré discusses the importance of physical cash amidst the rise of CBDCs, emphasizing consumer choice and innovation in payment methods.
The Rise of Central Bank Digital Currencies: A 2020 Overview
Discover how 2020 became the year of CBDCs, driven by research, technological advancements, and the pandemic’s influence on digital payments.
Court Orders $3.5 Million Settlement in SEC Pump-and-Dump Case Involving Riot Blockchain Executives
O’Rourke and associates face $3.5M penalty for SEC penny stock schemes. Explore the fallout and lessons from this financial fiasco.
Why Cross-Border Payments Are Not Prioritized in the Global CBDC Race
Explore the global CBDC landscape and why cross-border payments have been sidelined in the race for digital currency.
The Fed’s Shift: Embracing Central Bank Digital Currencies
Lael Brainard signals a shift toward CBDCs at the Federal Reserve, highlighting global trends and the evolution of digital payments.
Central Banks Race to Keep Up: The Ripple Effect of Facebook’s Libra
Exploring how Libra’s emergence prompted global central banks to reevaluate digital currencies and their control over monetary policy.
Switzerland Puts Digital Swiss Franc on Ice: What This Means for Crypto and CBDC Future
Switzerland rejects the digital Swiss franc for now, focusing on risks, CBDC developments, and the implications for cryptocurrencies.
Agustin Carstens Reconsiders CBDCs: Unlocking the Future of Finance
BIS General Manager Agustin Carstens shares insights on CBDCs and their potential to reshape the financial system in his latest speech.
Blockchain’s Role in Australian Stock Trading: A Call for Regulation
Exploring Chi-X’s concerns over ASX’s new blockchain platform and its implications for market competition and regulation in Australia.
SEC vs. Block.One: A Settlement That Raises More Questions Than Answers
The SEC’s $24 million settlement with Block.One raises critical questions about crypto compliance and regulatory actions.