The Bank of Japan’s CBDC initiative report reveals 11 countries have introduced a central bank digital currency, while 18 others are in the pilot stages. Amid growing global interest, concerns about privacy and regulatory challenges persist as nations explore CBDCs’ potential in the future of finance.
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Bipartisan Battle Against CBDCs: Financial Privacy vs Global Adoption in 2023
US lawmakers introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at preventing the Federal Reserve from issuing a central bank digital currency (CBDC), citing concerns over financial privacy and surveillance. Despite opposition, global interest in CBDCs remains strong, with various countries planning pilot testing in 2023.