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Switzerland Central Bank Willing to Expand CBDC Project
CBDC // July 03, 2024

The Swiss National Bank is reportedly amenable to expanding its digital currency project. 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....

ECB Official: Central Banks Must ‘Speed Up’ CBDC Adoption
CBDC // May 06, 2024

Bundesbank’s president said central banks must speed the adoption of digital currency to remain viable. 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,...

Swiss National Bank Chairman Says Retail CBDC Too Risky
CBDC // April 08, 2024

Swiss National Bank (SNB) Chairman Thomas Jordan said Monday (April 8) that the risks of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) issued to the general public would outweigh any potential benefits. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Circle Says Lack of Direct EMI Access to EU Central Bank Accounts Stifles Payments Innovation
Cryptocurrency // May 19, 2023

To access central bank accounts in the European Union (EU) today, electronic money token (EMT) issuers, and by extension all electronic money institutions (EMIs), have no choice but to rely on banking partners. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Circle Says Lack of Direct EMI Access to EU Central Bank Accounts Stifles Payments Innovation

May 19, 2023
To access central bank accounts in the European Union (EU) today, electronic money token (EMT) issuers, and by extension all electronic money institutions (EMIs), have no choice but to rely on banking partners. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no […]

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Bank of England: Digital Currency Won’t Supplant Cash in UK

October 27, 2024
If the U.K. adopts a digital currency, citizens shouldn’t expect cash and coins to disappear. 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 this form, you agree to receive […]

Switzerland Central Bank Willing to Expand CBDC Project

July 03, 2024
The Swiss National Bank is reportedly amenable to expanding its digital currency project. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

ECB Official: Central Banks Must ‘Speed Up’ CBDC Adoption

May 06, 2024
Bundesbank’s president said central banks must speed the adoption of digital currency to remain viable. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Swiss National Bank Chairman Says Retail CBDC Too Risky

April 08, 2024
Swiss National Bank (SNB) Chairman Thomas Jordan said Monday (April 8) that the risks of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) issued to the general public would outweigh any potential benefits. Get the...