Lessons from the first implemented CBDC: the Sand dollar
by Digital Euro Association on Jun 23, 2023 10:14:00 AM
Many central banks are exploring and experimenting with some form of central bank digital currency. The Bahamian Sand dollar was the first fully implemented digital currency in 2020. In this article, we discuss what lessons can be learned from the implementation of digital currency in …
Digital euro - What can we expect in the legislative framework?
by Nilixa Devlukia on Jun 19, 2023 9:30:00 AM
On the 28 June 2023 the EU Commission will release a bumper package of legislative proposals impacting financial services - PSD3, open finance and a legislative proposal for a digital euro. The Digital Euro proposal was expected in late May 2023 but is now expected to be published alo …
How China’s digital yuan can chip away at the US dollar’s dominance
by Oriol Caudevilla on Jun 16, 2023 11:07:00 AM
China’s growing clout makes the Belt and Road Initiative and RCEP trade bloc ideal platforms to push for yuan internationalisation, aided by Hong Kong’s financial centre strengths
The Digital Euro Association e.V.’s General Assembly 2023
by Digital Euro Association on Jun 12, 2023 12:51:44 PM
A recap of the most important resolutions and milestones of 2022 On May 16, 2023, the DEA’s 2023 general assembly took place joined by eligible members and the executive board. The DEA’s active and supporting members joined to pass resolutions, recap the milestones of 2022 and discuss …
On The Demand For A Digital Euro
by Cristiano Giordano on May 22, 2023 9:00:00 AM
The rapid technological evolution and the ongoing digital revolution are inspiring global interest in Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), which are projected to redefine the landscape of international finance. Among the global players, the European Central Bank (ECB) is actively …
Think Twice Before Introducing a Holding Limit for the Digital Euro
by Mark Warren on May 16, 2023 9:45:00 AM
The ECB's Proposal for a Digital Euro Holding Limit In October 2020, the European Central Bank (ECB) released a Report on a digital euro outlining the principles and requirements for a potential digital euro. One key requirement is that the digital euro should be limited to a means of …
A look back at the 2023 DEA Thesis Awards Ceremony
by Digital Euro Association on May 11, 2023 2:06:45 PM
What an incredible evening it was at the 2023 DEA Thesis Awards Ceremony! We gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking research of academics who are shaping the future of digital currencies. With a range of compelling theses, our finalists presented pioneering insights into central ban …
The Political Ambition and Economic Reality of the (Digital) Euro
by Nicola Bilotta and Erwin Voloder on Apr 16, 2023 7:32:09 PM
States can use international monetary systems – and the leading role of their national currencies – as an instrument of power (Kirshner 1995). Since no global currency as yet exists, international trade, transnational investments and cross-border payments require the intermediation of …
The Digital Euro Conference 2023: A Recap
by Digital Euro Association on Apr 6, 2023 2:01:16 PM
The Digital Euro Conference (DEC23) held on the 31st of March, 2023, brought together experts, policymakers, and industry leaders in a hybrid format. Both on-site and remote participants engaged in insightful discussions, presentations, and panel sessions centered around Central Bank …
Digital Euro Association joins Hyperledger Foundation to drive cross-industry collaboration
by Digital Euro Association on Mar 31, 2023 9:23:00 AM
The Digital Euro Association (DEA) is thrilled to announce it has joined Hyperledger Foundation, the open, global ecosystem for enterprise-grade blockchain technologies, to foster healthy discussions around digitalization of money in the European economy and promote collaboration betw …