Cryptocurrencies
Brainard Lays Out Cost Benefits of Central Bank Digital Currency
- CBDC could foster retail payments innovation and inclusion
- Cautions new private money could pose financial-stability risk
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The Federal Reserve is stepping up its research on digital currencies, Governor Lael Brainard said, amid growing demand for digital payments.