
Central Bank Digital Currency
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16 October, 2020
Bank of Russia exploring central bank digital currency
The Bank of Russia is formally exploring options for a central bank digital currency, which would create a “digital ruble”...
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16 October, 2020
Australian central bank dismisses need for digital currency
Australia’s digital payments systems are adequate for the citizens’ needs, according to Tory Richards, head of payments policy at the...
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15 October, 2020
G20 countries establish global stablecoin rules
While recognizing the rise in prominence of CBDCs, the Financial Stability Board is challenging the effectiveness and comprehensiveness of the...
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14 October, 2020
Bank of Japan publishes a CBDC report, to start pilot programs in 2021
The Bank of Japan believes that there’s a possibility of a surge in public demand for a CBDC, considering the...
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13 October, 2020
Canada, UK, Japan and US release joint CBDC report
They are seeking to identify the principles necessary for any CBDC, to help other central banks around the world to...
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13 October, 2020
US treasury official confirms ongoing central bank digital currency study
The U.S. Treasury Department is actively considering the benefits of a central bank digital currency, according to a ranking department...