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 […]
Central Banks Face Economic Uncertainty as Tokyo Symposium Convenes
The world’s central bankers are converging in Tokyo for a pivotal symposium, grappling with the pressing issues of economic growth and inflation. Hosted by Japan’s Bank of Japan […]
NY Fed & BIS Launch Project Pine to Explore Tokenized Markets
The New York Federal Reserve and the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) have launched Project Pine, an initiative focused on tokenizing monetary policy tools in wholesale financial markets. […]
New York Fed & BIS Launch Project Pine to Adapt Central Banking in Tokenized Markets
The New York Federal Reserve and Bank for International Settlements (BIS) have unveiled Project Pine, a pioneering initiative aimed at fostering adaptation within central banking functions as we […]
Fed & BIS Explore Smart Contracts for Automated Monetary Policy
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York, in collaboration with the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), has launched a pilot testing tokenized monetary policy using smart contracts. This […]
New York Fed and BIS Explore Smart Contract Feasibility for Monetary Policy
A new research report from the New York Federal Reserve and the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), titled ‘Project Pine,’ investigates the use of smart contracts in tokenized […]
European & Chinese CBDCs: Navigating Implementation Challenges in a Globalized World
Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are gaining momentum globally, with the European Central Bank (ECB) aiming for a 2025 launch of its digital euro and China further expanding […]
Switzerland Remains Skeptical of Bitcoin Integration into its Reserves
The global cryptocurrency landscape continues to reshape traditional monetary systems, prompting some nations and central banks to explore incorporating digital assets into their reserves. However, Switzerland has chosen […]
French Minister Urges Against Removal of Powell, Raising Concerns over U.S. Dollar’s Credibility
French Finance Minister Eric Lombard issued a warning in April 2025 against removing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, citing potential market instability and a decline in the U.S. […]
Pompliano Warns Against Trump’s Threat to Fire Powell, Emphasizing the Dangers of Politicizing Central Bank Actions
Crypto entrepreneur Anthony Pompliano has warned against US President Donald Trump’s threat to fire Jerome Powell, chair of the Federal Reserve. Pompliano argues that such action would set […]
ECB Cuts Rates Amid Global Economic Uncertainty
The European Central Bank (ECB) lowered interest rates by 25 basis points on April 17, reflecting a strategic response to global economic shifts. This move follows ongoing concerns […]
Federal Reserve Chair Powell Hints at Potential Deviation from Targets in 2025
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has hinted at potential adjustments to its current monetary policy targets for the remainder of the year, suggesting a possible shift towards a […]
ECB Adviser Opposes Bitcoin Reserves, Argues for Traditional Safe Havens
An ECB advisor has reiterated the bank’s stance against using Bitcoin as a central bank reserve. He argues that while national oil and gas reserves are needed to […]