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US Lawmakers Introduce ‘ECASH Bill’ Aimed at Creating Digital Dollar

US Lawmakers Introduce ‘ECASH Bill’ Aimed at Creating Digital Dollar

The bill, dubbed the Electronic Currency and Secure Hardware (ECASH) Act, was introduced on Monday.

US Democrats Propose Distributing Covid-19 Stimulus Payments Through Digital Dollars to Unbanked Citizens

US Democrats Propose Distributing Covid-19 Stimulus Payments Through Digital Dollars to Unbanked Citizens

As markets across the globe continue to feel the crunch of economic disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic, debate has raged over a massive stimulus package being proposed in the US which could see the IRS send up to $2000 a month to all US citizens until the recession takes a turn for the better.

US Representative Tom Emmer Introduces Legislation to Limit Fed

US Representative Tom Emmer Introduces Legislation to Limit Fed

Representative Tom Emmer presented the "CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act" to encourage financial privacy and CBDC transparency.

Fed Chair Powell: Cryptocurrencies not Useful Stores of Value and CBDC Issuance Will not be Immediate

Fed Chair Powell: Cryptocurrencies not Useful Stores of Value and CBDC Issuance Will not be Immediate

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s stance on Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies remains unchanged – he views them primarily as “a speculative asset.”

Digital Dollar Project Floats Sandbox for Harness Potential CBDC Solutions

Digital Dollar Project Floats Sandbox for Harness Potential CBDC Solutions

The Digital Dollar Project (DDP) has announced the launch of its Technical Sandbox Program that will make further exploration into the potential of the technical exploration of a US CBDC or the Digital Dollar.

What are the Top 5 Blockchain Market Events to Watch in Q2 2020?

What are the Top 5 Blockchain Market Events to Watch in Q2 2020?

Looking ahead to Q2 2020, what are the top 5 blockchain market events to watch? This article provides a simple guide for you!

Digital Currency: Trust in Government or Elegy for Privacy?

Digital Currency: Trust in Government or Elegy for Privacy?

Today, many countries are eagerly investing their resources to create a digital version of their currencies. Cryptocurrencies, once written off by the lawmakers are now inspiring the same authorities. What does Digital Currency mean to the governments, to the people and to the society?

Federal Reserve Chair Powell Affirms There Is Ongoing Research for a Digital Dollar

Federal Reserve Chair Powell Affirms There Is Ongoing Research for a Digital Dollar

The Federal Reserve Bank is involved in a large-scale research and development regarding digital dollar, says Chairman Jerome Powell.

Federal Reserve Has Been Advancing CBDC Research with US Regional Banks’ Contributions

Federal Reserve Has Been Advancing CBDC Research with US Regional Banks’ Contributions

The Federal Reserve's research and development on a central bank digital currency issuance has been complemented by several regional Federal banks' efforts.

Digital Dollar's Benefits Could Affect Financial Stability & Privacy: US Fed

Digital Dollar's Benefits Could Affect Financial Stability & Privacy: US Fed

The US Federal Reserve said that the introduction of an official digital version of the US dollar could benefit Americans but it may also potentially affect financial stability and privacy.

US Fed Aims To Publish Discussion Paper on CBDC This Summer

US Fed Aims To Publish Discussion Paper on CBDC This Summer

The US Federal Reserve will issue a discussion paper about CBDC this summer.

About 90 Percent of Countries Representing the Global Economy Exploring CBDCs, Report says

About 90 Percent of Countries Representing the Global Economy Exploring CBDCs, Report says

A recent testimony by Julia Friedlander to Congress has revealed that more countries are exploring CBDCs, however, the US is lagging behind.

Fed Chair Powell Asserts Money Supply is for Central Banks not Private Sector

Fed Chair Powell Asserts Money Supply is for Central Banks not Private Sector

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell asserted that the private sector has no place in money issuance and by extension the development of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC).

America to Build its Digital Dollar Based on General Consensus

America to Build its Digital Dollar Based on General Consensus

The US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said that the move by the American Federal Reserve to develop a Digital Dollar or Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) can only take place following a general consensus amongst all parties of interest.

American Bankers See No Compelling Case for Digital Dollar

American Bankers See No Compelling Case for Digital Dollar

The ABA said that it has not seen a compelling case for the pursuit of the Digital Dollars as any attempt to float the new form of money will undermine the role of banks and private financial institutions in the country.

Federal Reserve Conference Casts Doubt over Digital Dollar Project

Federal Reserve Conference Casts Doubt over Digital Dollar Project

The Federal Reserve Conference report provides how the US central bank envisions a CBDC taking shape. However, the review pointed out that a comprehensive policy is still lacking for delivering CBDC.

Bahamas Looks to Deploy its CBDC The Sand Dollar Across Borders

Bahamas Looks to Deploy its CBDC The Sand Dollar Across Borders

The Central Bank of the Bahamas (CBOB) has says it wants its digital currency dubbed the Sand Dollars integrated with other countries' currency.

Digital Dollar Project to Begin Pilot Testing to Gather Data for CBDC

Digital Dollar Project to Begin Pilot Testing to Gather Data for CBDC

The Digital Dollar Foundation is planning to run a pilot test for the US CBDC project.

Federal Reserve “Flexible” Inflation Monetary Policy Could Boost Bitcoin Price as Investors Stock Up on BTC Safe Haven

Federal Reserve “Flexible” Inflation Monetary Policy Could Boost Bitcoin Price as Investors Stock Up on BTC Safe Haven

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has announced new measures to control inflation, in a speech that could have long-term implications for the Bitcoin price and cryptocurrency.

Visa Applies for Blockchain-Based Digital Currency Patent to Potentially Remove Physical Currency

Visa Applies for Blockchain-Based Digital Currency Patent to Potentially Remove Physical Currency

Visa has filed a patent application to create a blockchain-based digital currency on a centralized computer, according to a publication by the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The patent was originally filed in November 2019, and was described as “Digital Fiat Currency.” The US dollar was mentioned as one of the fiat currencies to be used potentially, although the patent could also apply to other central bank digital currencies including the pound, yen, and the euro.

Is The US Ready for CBDC? Most Americans Opposed to Digital Dollar Adoption, Survey Reveals

Is The US Ready for CBDC? Most Americans Opposed to Digital Dollar Adoption, Survey Reveals

Most American citizens appear to be against a digital dollar adoption within the US, preferring paper money to CBDC, according to a study.

The Digital Dollar Continues to be Pushed by Former CFTC Chair

The Digital Dollar Continues to be Pushed by Former CFTC Chair

The former US Commodity and Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman continues to fight for the U.S Dollar to become a digital global force.

Fed Chair Powell Says Central Bank Will Engage with US Lawmakers On Digital Dollar

Fed Chair Powell Says Central Bank Will Engage with US Lawmakers On Digital Dollar

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says it will be up to United States lawmakers whether or not to bring a digital dollar to the market.

Senate Hearing Views Digital Dollar CBDC as Critical to Maintaining Global Reserve Currency Status

Senate Hearing Views Digital Dollar CBDC as Critical to Maintaining Global Reserve Currency Status

The United States government’s plan for its digital dollar or central bank digital currency (CBDC) may have just reached a new level of urgency, as the US hopes to maintain its most effective tool of power—global dependence on the Federal Reserve and the US dollar.

Federal Reserve Digital Dollar DLT Testing Underway But CBDC Monetary Policy Lags

Federal Reserve Digital Dollar DLT Testing Underway But CBDC Monetary Policy Lags

Federal Reserve Board Governor Lael Brainaird announced that the United States Federal Reserve is currently experimenting with blockchain and DLT in pursuit of its central bank digital currency (CBDC) or digital dollar.

Canadian Dollar Stablecoin QCAD Launched for Mass Market

Canadian Dollar Stablecoin QCAD Launched for Mass Market

Canada Stablecorp Inc. has launched a new regulated Canadian Dollar stablecoin called “QCAD”.

Facebook Digital Currency Libra Rebrands Name to Diem Ahead of Its Dollar-Backed Stablecoin Launch

Facebook Digital Currency Libra Rebrands Name to Diem Ahead of Its Dollar-Backed Stablecoin Launch

Facebook-backed Libra Association has rebranded its name to the Diem Association ahead of the proposed launch of its dollar-backed stablecoin.

The Bahamas Becomes First Country to Launch its CBDC, the ‘Sand Dollar’

The Bahamas Becomes First Country to Launch its CBDC, the ‘Sand Dollar’

The Bahamas has launched the Sand Dollar, making it the first country in the world to officially release a central bank digital currency (CBDC) beyond the testing phase.

Can US Lawmakers Really Just Mint Two $1 Trillion Coins to Back a Digital Dollar COVID Stimulus with "No Additional Debt"?

Can US Lawmakers Really Just Mint Two $1 Trillion Coins to Back a Digital Dollar COVID Stimulus with "No Additional Debt"?

As the economy continues to deteriorate in the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic climate, US Lawmakers are once again pitching the creation of a sovereign digital dollar to quickly distribute the proposed stimulus packages. The bill further proposed the new minting of two trillion dollar coins.

Warren Buffett Ditches US Dollar, Bitcoin Price Set to Soar

Warren Buffett Ditches US Dollar, Bitcoin Price Set to Soar

As the US dollar keeps plummeting, Max Keiser revealed that Warren Buffett has moved his assets out of the US market, setting Bitcoin for its next surge.

US Federal Reserve Weighs the Pros and Cons of a Digital Dollar CBDC

US Federal Reserve Weighs the Pros and Cons of a Digital Dollar CBDC

The US Federal Reserve has continued to research the benefits and impact of implementing a central bank digital currency (CBDC).

Turkey Leveraging Blockchain to Break US Dollar and SWIFT Dominance

Turkey Leveraging Blockchain to Break US Dollar and SWIFT Dominance

In an effort to break economic ties with the United States and escape the US Dollar dominance of the global markets, Turkey is adopting blockchain and cryptocurrency at a greatly accelerated rate.

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