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Carlo R.W. De Meijer

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Carlo R.W. De Meijer

BoE Digital Pound project reversal: innovative payment solutions at commercial banks

The debate surrounding central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) has reached a new but unexpected stage. The Bank of England (BoE) is reportedly reevaluating its digital pound plan, with internal discussions suggesting a potential shift away from prioritizing a digital pound, opening a new phase of CBDC reconsideration. While the global trend still ...

28 July 2025 Blockchain Observations

Carlo R.W. De Meijer

Banks and Stablecoins: a first step towards bridging traditional finance and the crypto world

Stablecoins are attracting considerable attention by traditional financial institutions. Regulatory shifts are paving the way for banks to engage with stablecoins. These are rapidly evolving from a niche vertical in the cryptocurrency ecosystem into a foundational element of the global financial system. Stablecoins are increasingly becoming a pref...

30 June 2025 Blockchain Observations

Carlo R.W. De Meijer

Towards US Strategic Bitcoin reserve: first reactions and mixed feelings

In march 2025 the new elected US present Trump signed an executive order establishing a Strategic Bitcoin reserve as part of the Bitcoin Act of 2025. This announcement has sent an enormous wave around the world. The idea of creating a Strategic Bitcoin reserve has also gained momentum in other countries worldwide.. The establishment of the reserv...

28 May 2025 Blockchain Observations

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