Crypto and digital currencies in 2024 – and what to expect next
Another year has passed – and wow, what a ride this year has been. It was the year, in which the sentiment around crypto assets changed after years of rather negative sentiment to bullishness. It was the year, in which Bitcoin – for the first time in its...
What the European Elections mean for the digital euro
The European elections are coming! In early June, European citizens will head to the polls to elect the new European Parliament. The 2024 election holds significant implications for the future of digital currencies in Europe, including crypto assets, stablecoins, and...
Reflections on payment innovation from my trip to Singapore and Indonesia
Recently, I returned from a two-week Asia journey, where I had the honor of participating in a workshop on payments and CBDC with the Central Bank of Indonesia and immersing myself in the dynamic atmosphere of the Singapore Fintech Festival. It was fascinating to...
How to design a CBDC? Insights from Bhutan mission
My recent CBDC mission to Bhutan has greatly broadened my perspectives on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) – also when it comes to the digital euro. This experience has led me to several conclusions when it comes to CBDC design: 1️⃣ A CBDC must always...