Reserve Bank of New Zealand - Digital Pound Foundation

New Zealand Enter Stage 2 Exploration into CBDC

In an era increasingly defined by digital transactions, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ), also known as Te Pūtea Matua, is exploring the introduction of a digital cash system. Their initiative aims to complement, rather than replace, the traditional use of physical cash, acknowledging the evolving payment landscapes while maintaining a stronghold on accessibility […]

Reserve Bank of New Zealand pleased with strong public interest in the Future of Money

About the Foundation

Whilst most CBDC experiments have involved private sector technology providers, the overwhelming majority of these experiments, to date, have not involved participation from other private sector actors. The Digital Pound Foundation is unique in proposing a model whereby the public and private sectors can fully engage in the design, development and adoption of a digital Pound, thus contributing to its successful roll-out and helping drive forward the UK’s transition to a digital economy.

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Collaborate with other members through our various working groups, discussing and building concepts around use cases and payments, innovative approaches to privacy, identity, and sustainability, and addressing legal and regulatory concerns collaboratively. Join our events, both in-person and online, and participate across our panel discussions, roundtables, and webinars. Meanwhile, our audience is large and growing quickly, providing members with additional outlets to share and amplify their latest news and developments.