Crypto Assets And Cbdcs In Latin America And The Caribbean Opportunities And Risks

Author : Maximiliano Appendino
Publisher : International Monetary Fund
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 42 pages
Book Rating : 4.04/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Crypto Assets and CBDCs in Latin America and the Caribbean: Opportunities and Risks written by Maximiliano Appendino and published by International Monetary Fund. This book was released on 2023-02-17 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After providing a general overview of the nature, pros, and cons of crypto assets and CBDCs, this paper focuses on documenting their recent experience in LAC. The region records a high interest in unbacked crypto assets and stablecoins and its authorities’ policy responses have varied substantially, ranging from the introduction of Bitcoin as legal tender in El Salvador to their prohibition in many other countries worried about their impact on financial stability, currency/asset substitution, tax evasion, corruption, and money laundering. This paper also describes briefly the results of a survey on CBDCs’ introduction plans and crypto assets regulation. Finally, this paper presents some general lessons and policy recommendations for the region on the regulation of cypto assets, digital currencies and cross-border payments, and on the potential introduction of CBDCs.

Author : Dimitris Drakopoulos
Publisher : International Monetary Fund
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 27 pages
Book Rating : 4.84/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Cross-Border Payments Integration in Latin America and the Caribbean written by Dimitris Drakopoulos and published by International Monetary Fund. This book was released on 2024-06-14 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cross-border payment inefficiencies are a significant barrier to trade both within Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) and between LAC and other regions. This paper provides a comprehensive review of historical efforts undertaken by various countries within the LAC region to address these challenges. We also explore the potential of recent financial innovations, such as digital currencies and blockchain technology, to enhance cross-border payments. While new technologies do not substitute for prudent and credible macroeconomic policies, leveraging these technologies can help LAC countries reduce transaction costs and times, thus enhancing economic efficiency and fostering deeper regional and global trade relationships.

Author : Leon V. Schumacher
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3031546016
Total Pages : 391 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Decoding Digital Assets written by Leon V. Schumacher and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Mr.John Kiff
Publisher : International Monetary Fund
ISBN 13 : 151354778X
Total Pages : 66 pages
Book Rating : 4.87/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Survey of Research on Retail Central Bank Digital Currency written by Mr.John Kiff and published by International Monetary Fund. This book was released on 2020-06-26 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This paper examines key considerations around central bank digital currency (CBDC) for use by the general public, based on a comprehensive review of recent research, central bank experiments, and ongoing discussions among stakeholders. It looks at the reasons why central banks are exploring retail CBDC issuance, policy and design considerations; legal, governance and regulatory perspectives; plus cybersecurity and other risk considerations. This paper makes a contribution to the CBDC literature by suggesting a structured framework to organize discussions on whether or not to issue CBDC, with an operational focus and a project management perspective.

Author : Mr.Tommaso Mancini Griffoli
Publisher : International Monetary Fund
ISBN 13 : 1484384571
Total Pages : 39 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Casting Light on Central Bank Digital Currencies written by Mr.Tommaso Mancini Griffoli and published by International Monetary Fund. This book was released on 2018-11-12 with total page 39 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Digitalization is reshaping economic activity, shrinking the role of cash, and spurring new digital forms of money. Central banks have been pondering wheter and how to adapt. One possibility is central bank digital currency (CBDC)-- a widely accessible digital form of fiat money that could be legal tender. This discussion note proposes a conceptual framework to assess the case for CBDC adoption from the perspective of users and central banks. It discusses possible CBDC designs, and explores potential benefits and costs, with a focus on the impact on monetary policy, financial stability, and integrity. This note also surveys research and pilot studies on CBDC by central banks around the world.

Author : Asli Demirguc-Kunt
Publisher : World Bank Publications
ISBN 13 : 1464812683
Total Pages : 148 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Global Findex Database 2017 written by Asli Demirguc-Kunt and published by World Bank Publications. This book was released on 2018-04-19 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 2011 the World Bank—with funding from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation—launched the Global Findex database, the world's most comprehensive data set on how adults save, borrow, make payments, and manage risk. Drawing on survey data collected in collaboration with Gallup, Inc., the Global Findex database covers more than 140 economies around the world. The initial survey round was followed by a second one in 2014 and by a third in 2017. Compiled using nationally representative surveys of more than 150,000 adults age 15 and above in over 140 economies, The Global Findex Database 2017: Measuring Financial Inclusion and the Fintech Revolution includes updated indicators on access to and use of formal and informal financial services. It has additional data on the use of financial technology (or fintech), including the use of mobile phones and the Internet to conduct financial transactions. The data reveal opportunities to expand access to financial services among people who do not have an account—the unbanked—as well as to promote greater use of digital financial services among those who do have an account. The Global Findex database has become a mainstay of global efforts to promote financial inclusion. In addition to being widely cited by scholars and development practitioners, Global Findex data are used to track progress toward the World Bank goal of Universal Financial Access by 2020 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The database, the full text of the report, and the underlying country-level data for all figures—along with the questionnaire, the survey methodology, and other relevant materials—are available at www.worldbank.org/globalfindex.

Author : Mr.Dong He
Publisher : International Monetary Fund
ISBN 13 : 1498321305
Total Pages : 42 pages
Book Rating : 4.03/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Virtual Currencies and Beyond written by Mr.Dong He and published by International Monetary Fund. This book was released on 2016-01-20 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New technologies are driving transformational changes in the global financial system. Virtual currencies (VCs) and the underlying distributed ledger systems are among these. VCs offer many potential benefits, but also considerable risks. VCs could raise efficiency and in the long run strengthen financial inclusion. At the same time, VCs could be potential vehicles for money laundering, terrorist financing, tax evasion and fraud. While risks to the conduct of monetary policy seem less likely to arise at this stage given the very small scale of VCs, risks to financial stability may eventually emerge as the new technologies become more widely used. National authorities have begun to address these challenges and will need to calibrate regulation in a manner that appropriately addresses the risks without stifling innovation. As experience is gained, international standards and best practices could be considered to provide guidance on the most appropriate regulatory responses in different fields, thereby promoting harmonization and cooperation across jurisdictions.

Author : Raghavendra Rau
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030651177
Total Pages : 888 pages
Book Rating : 4.76/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Palgrave Handbook of Technological Finance written by Raghavendra Rau and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-09-09 with total page 888 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handbook provides the first comprehensive overview of the fast-evolving alternative finance space and makes a timely and in-depth contribution to the literature in this area. Bringing together expert contributions in the field from both practitioners and academics, in one of the most dynamic parts of the financial sector, it provides a solid reference for this exciting discipline. Divided into six parts, Section 1 presents a high-level overview of the technologically-enabled finance space. It also offers a historical perspective on technological finance models and outlines different business models. Section 2 analyses digital currencies including guides to bitcoins, other cryptocurrencies, and blockchains. Section 3 addresses alternative payment systems such as digital money and asset tokenization. Section 4 deals with crowdfunding models from both a theoretical perspective and from a regulatory perspective. Section 5 discusses data-driven business models and includes a discussion of neural networks and deep learning. Finally, Section 6 discusses welfare implications of the technological finance revolution. This collection highlights the most current developments to date and the state-of-the-art in alternative finance, while also indicating areas of further potential. Acting as a roadmap for future research in this innovative and promising area of finance, this handbook is a solid reference work for academics and students whilst also appealing to industry practitioners, businesses and policy-makers.

Author : Mr. Ashraf Khan
Publisher : International Monetary Fund
ISBN 13 : 1513582348
Total Pages : 75 pages
Book Rating : 4.44/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Central Bank Risk Management, Fintech, and Cybersecurity written by Mr. Ashraf Khan and published by International Monetary Fund. This book was released on 2021-04-23 with total page 75 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on technical assistance to central banks by the IMF’s Monetary and Capital Markets Department and Information Technology Department, this paper examines fintech and the related area of cybersecurity from the perspective of central bank risk management. The paper draws on findings from the IMF Article IV Database, selected FSAP and country cases, and gives examples of central bank risks related to fintech and cybersecurity. The paper highlights that fintech- and cybersecurity-related risks for central banks should be addressed by operationalizing sound internal risk management by establishing and strengthening an integrated risk management approach throughout the organization, including a dedicated risk management unit, ongoing sensitizing and training of Board members and staff, clear reporting lines, assessing cyber resilience and security posture, and tying risk management into strategic planning.. Given the fast-evolving nature of such risks, central banks could make use of timely and regular inputs from external experts.

Author : Marlene Amstad
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
ISBN 13 : 9784899742135
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Central Bank Digital Currency and Fintech in Asia written by Marlene Amstad and published by Asian Development Bank. This book was released on 2019-11-26 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a thorough introduction and historical overview of the principles and practices of digital currency and fintech in Asia. It covers the theory of central bank digital currency and examines regulatory aspects, economic digitalization, financial inclusion, and the role of SMEs. Selected case studies offer in-depth insights into recent fintech developments in major economies, including Australia; Hong Kong, China; Indonesia; Japan; the People's Republic of China; the Republic of Korea; and Thailand. The book also makes a valuable supplement for introductory courses on finance, governance, and economics, as it appeals to a broad range of readers, including university students, academics, finance practitioners, and policy makers.