Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) are gaining traction worldwide as governments globally explore and pilot digital fiat currency initiatives. As of September 2025, over 87 countries, representing nearly […]
ECB Digital Euro Raises Concerns About Bank Disintermediation, Safeguards Implemented
The European Central Bank (ECB) released a study highlighting potential risks associated with its digital euro project in Europe, including concerns about bank deposit outflows. These findings raise […]
The Central Bank’s Influence in the Post-Blockchain Era
Understanding the role of central banks in the blockchain ecosystem is paramount. The CBN’s dominance has been a defining factor for agents operating on this technology.
Deutsche Bank Predicts Major Role for Bitcoin in Central Bank Balance Sheets
The age-old rivalry between Bitcoin and gold has intensified, with traditional investors arguing that Bitcoin cannot replace the golden standard. However, recent trends point to a changing tide […]
CBDCs: Global Adoption Soars as 134 Nations Join Cross-Border Initiatives
Cross-border Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are seeing explosive growth, with 134 nations actively exploring or implementing these digital currencies. This surge is driven by major central banks […]
Schnabel Warns of Fed Independence Risks, Threatens Global Financial Stability
Isabel Schnabel, a prominent member of the European Central Bank (ECB), has issued a stark warning about the potential destabilizing effects of political interference on the Federal Reserve’s […]
Europe’s Crisis Deepens: Why the ECB Can’t Solve It This Time
The eurozone is experiencing a systemic crisis far beyond France’s struggles. Massive injections from the European Central Bank (ECB) have failed to address the stagnation and unsustainable debt […]
Concerns Raised About Potential Impact on Federal Reserve Independence
Stephen Harmalik, Chief Economist at Economics Unchained, expresses concern over the weakening of central bank independence as a fundamental pillar of global financial stability since the early 1990s. […]
Crypto Market Suffers Massive Losses After Powell Hints at Policy Shift
The global financial markets have experienced a significant upheaval following Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s recent comments hinting at potential changes in monetary policy. Powell’s remarks, which came […]
Asia FX’s Uncertain Future: Impact of Central Bank Actions
The dynamic landscape of the cryptocurrency market, especially in Asia, intersects with broader global financial trends. Recent events at Jackson Hole and the RBNZ rate cut highlight the […]
Is Michael Saylor’s Aggressive Bitcoin Acquisition Putting the ‘Safe Haven’ at Risk?
Michael Saylor’s aggressive strategy of accumulating Bitcoin, aiming for 5% of the total supply, has raised concerns about its impact on Bitcoin’s status as a safe haven asset. […]
UK Government Corrects Inflation Data, Unveiling Revised Figures
The UK’s Office for National Statistics (ONS) has confirmed an error in vehicle tax data used to calculate inflation figures for April. This led to a higher-than-expected 3.5% […]
Federal Reserve Official Signals Continued Inflation Challenges
In an insightful statement, Federal Reserve official, Bostic, reiterated the ongoing struggle against inflation. Emphasizing core prices remain stubbornly high, he highlighted that significant progress is still needed […]
Fed Watch Analysis: June and July Interest Rate Decisions
The CME Group’s ‘FedWatch’ tool offers insight into the Federal Reserve’s upcoming decisions on interest rates. In June, experts predict a high likelihood of maintaining current rates at […]
Federal Reserve and BIS Test Blockchain in Monetary Policy
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York and the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) Innovation Hub have conducted a successful test of blockchain-based tools for monetary policy through […]