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How Did We Get Here? From Observing Private Currencies to Exploring Central Bank Digital Currency

Jesse Maniff

Payments System Research Briefing, 2020, 7

Abstract: The emergence of private digital currencies has inspired discussion over the possibility of central bank-issued digital currencies. While privately issued currencies are not new, the rise of digital currencies has highlighted both concerns and opportunities for central banks.

Keywords: Digital currencies; Central banking; Central Bank Digital Currency (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: G21 G23 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2020
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