CBDCs
Estonia's Central Bank to Research if Blockchain Can Support a Digital Euro
Eesti Pank said the initiative will gauge the suitability of the KSI Blockchain, already used within the country's e-government system, in supporting a central bank digital currency.
Digital Euro Will ‘Protect’ Eurozone From Foreign Issuers, Says ECB Exec
An executive member at the European Central Bank says a digital euro could protect the eurozone's monetary sovereignty from outside influence.
CBDCs Could Challenge US Dollar's Dominance: Deutsche Bank
Central bank digital currencies have the potential to challenge the primacy of the U.S. dollar, according to a new report from Germany's Deutsche Bank.
Societe Generale to Use as Many as Five Blockchains in Capital Markets Trials
A tech-focused subsidiary of Societe Generale said it will trial up to five different blockchains to understand their usefulness in capital markets.
BIS Seeking Blockchain Expert to Lead Digital Currency Research
BIS is looking for a blockchain engineer to take a lead on its digital currency initiatives, which includes CBDC and digital security research.
Bahamas to Roll Out 'Sand Dollar' Digital Currency Next Month
The Bahamas' "Sand Dollar" will likely be the world's first live central bank digital currency when it launches in October.
French Central Bank Chief Eyes Public-Private Partnership for Possible Digital Euro
The governor of the Banque de France said private-sector involvement could benefit a future digital euro initiative.
Mastercard Releases Platform Enabling Central Banks to Test Digital Currencies
Payments giant Mastercard said its new testing platform will simulate the issuance, distribution and utility of digital currencies for central banks.
Bank of England Governor Wants Global Regulations as Stablecoins Pick Up Steam
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey wants coordinated global regulation around stablecoins as the payment method picks up steam.
China's Digital Currency May Come With Hardware Wallets as Well
China Construction Bank’s brief digital yuan debut suggests that hardware wallets for the central bank digital currency may be in the works.
