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UK Lawmakers Still Not Sold on Digital Pound
December 03, 2023

British lawmakers say they’re still not sure their country needs a digital currency. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

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BIS: CBDCs Need Risk Management Framework to Counter ’Operational Risks’
December 01, 2023

Scores of central bank digital currency (CBDC) initiatives are in the works or already active — and yet pose some key concerns for central banks. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

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Bank for International Settlements: Digital Euro Project Enters ‘Preparation Phase’
November 22, 2023

The digital euro is feasible, and now comes the next chapter. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing...

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Mastercard Says Robust Payment Networks Prevent Need for Retail CBDC
November 17, 2023

Mastercard said the widespread adoption of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) faces challenges due to consumer comfort with traditional forms of money. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Monetary Authority of Singapore Unveils Plans for Digital Money 
November 16, 2023

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at ensuring the secure and innovative utilization of digital money in the country.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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Switzerland’s Central Bank Plans December CBDC Pilot
November 02, 2023

The Swiss National Bank (SNB) is set to begin piloting a wholesale digital franc next month. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

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Visa Completes Pilot Test of CBDC in Hong Kong
November 02, 2023

Visa, in collaboration with HSBC and Hang Seng Bank, has successfully completed a pilot test in Hong Kong to study tokenized deposits using central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

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Digital Euro Begins Two-Year Prep Phase at European Central Bank
October 18, 2023

The European Central Bank (ECB) is closer to launching a digital euro. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

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Fed Governor Michelle Bowman Concerned About Risk of Digital Dollar
October 17, 2023

Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman is concerned about the potential risks associated with a U.S. central bank digital currency (CBDC). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....