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The Groundbreaking Swiss Deposit Token PoC: 4 Surprising Takeaways

Swiss Deposit Token PoC

The Swiss Bankers Association (SBA) PoC integrated blockchain with traditional finance. Legally, deposit tokens were payment instructions under existing law. Blockchain acted as a messenger for traditional SIC settlement, demonstrating programmable payments and atomic settlement. This eliminated counterparty risk, offering a pragmatic digital finance blueprint.

The Evolving Landscape of Stablecoins: A Deep Dive into Their Growing Impact

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Stablecoins are rapidly transforming global finance, moving beyond crypto trading to impact cross-border payments, e-commerce, and financial inclusion. With Tether and Circle leading the charge, and increasing regulatory clarity, these digital assets offer a more efficient and accessible financial future, even influencing traditional money markets and potentially AI-driven commerce.

The Stablecoin Comparison of Giants: A Circle and Tether

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The digital currency landscape has been fundamentally transformed by the emergence of stablecoins, with two companies dominating this critical infrastructure: Circle and Tether. These organizations have built the backbone of cryptocurrency trading and cross-border payments through their flagship tokens, USDC and USDT respectively.

CBDC and Regulated Stablecoins: Friend or Foe? – Part 4

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EP11 – CBDC And Regulated Stablecoins: Friend or Foe – Part 4: Key Takeaways Over the past year, I have explored the complex debate surrounding the rise of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and regulated stablecoins, evaluating their potential benefits and risks to the global financial landscape. As we approach the end of 2024, it […]

CBDC and Regulated Stablecoins: Friend or Foe? – Part 3

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EP10 – CBDC And Regulated Stablecoins: Friend or Foe – Part 3: Conclusion The question of whether we need regulated stablecoins if Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC) are already implemented, touches on a broad range of financial, technological, and regulatory considerations. In the evolving landscape of digital finance, the emergence of CBDCs raises an important […]

CBDC and Regulated Stablecoins: Friend or Foe? – Part 2

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EP9 – CBDC and Regulated Stablecoins: Friend or Foe? Part 2   A New Era of Digital Finance The emergence of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and regulated stablecoins presents a groundbreaking shift in the global financial landscape. These digital currencies promise to revolutionize how money is managed and transferred, posing significant implications for traditional […]

CBDC and Regulated Stablecoins: Friend or Foe? – Part 1

CBDC Friend or Foe

EP8 – CBDC and Regulated Stablecoins: Friend or Foe? Part 1 The Emergence of Digital Currencies Recently, the growing interest in Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and regulated stablecoins has marked a pivotal shift in the financial landscape. Countries around the world are exploring the potential of digital currencies and their backing—be it fiat, gold, […]