Digital Currency Beyond the Hype: CBDC
Keywords:
CBDC, Digital CUrrencies, Fintech, Central Bank, Digital Euro, Digital RMB, CryptocurrenciesAbstract
This article is a general introduction to Digital Currencies with the focus on CBDCs. It will expore questions such as how digital currencies are generating vast amounts of social engagement and its potential impact on the traditional financial system. The article also include quantifed predictions made by the author.
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