Federal Reserve’s Waller emphasizes stablecoins as payment tools over CBDCs

Christopher J. Waller emphasized stablecoins as superior payment tools compared to CBDCs during his June 2 remarks. He noted that stablecoins foster innovation and competition in payments.

Stablecoins are gaining traction, regarded as private sector innovations. The stance of the Federal Reserve may lead to increased usage of stablecoins as useful tools for cross-border payments, while regulatory uncertainty still surrounds CBDCs.

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