On January 25, the Bank of England (BoE) and HM Treasury published a response to the Consultation Paper regarding a ‘digital pound’ issued in February of 2023. The consultation paper sought the public’s feedback on introducing a UK central bank digital currency (CDBC). Related Reading: Quant Soars 20% After Partnership With Bank Of England, BIS For CBDC Project Is The UK Ready To Introduce Their CBDC? The BoE and HM Treasury consider that introducing a CBDC could provide people with an “additional choice of safe payment that is fit for the future,” unlock development opportunities for businesses, and make day-to-day payments more “convenient” while reducing costs for those who accept them. The consultation response highlighted that the consultation marked the beginning of the design phase of the digital pound project and, according to the BoE and HM Treasury, the developing process of a CBDC and its platform will present lasting benefits for the digital economy of the country, regardless of the decision that is ultimately taken. The consultation collected over 50,000 responses from the public, including individuals, businesses, and academia. T ..
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