Central bank digital currencies (CBDC)

31 Oct 24 @ 11:16

Over the past decade, the combined market capitalisation of specialist payments companies has increased from $400 billion to $1.4 trillion according to Mckinsey. In addition, more than 384 unicorns with... read more

28 Oct 24 @ 18:01

The forecasted growth of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) represents a shift in global payments, with predictions indicating CBDC transactions could surge from 307 million in 2024 to 7.8 billion... read more

02 Oct 24 @ 15:32

The Banco Central do Brasil (BCB) is on the brink of revolutionising its financial landscape with the anticipated launch of its own central bank digital currency (CBDC), Drex. Designed to... read more

01 Oct 24 @ 09:22

Nominations are now open for The Payments Power 50 2025, the new annual guide showcasing the most influential and innovative companies, along with visionary leaders shaping the future of the... read more

24 Sep 24 @ 17:01

After several years of exploring the potential for a digital Canadian dollar, the Bank of Canada has announced it is shelving its plans for a retail central bank digital currency... read more

20 Sep 24 @ 13:21

The concept of digital currencies has gained traction over the past decade, and while no single initiative has yet transformed the global financial system, discussions around the digital pound in... read more

06 Sep 24 @ 14:46

Based on exclusive Payments Cards & Mobile research, The Eurasian Digital & Card Payments Yearbook covers 10 countries, providing a snapshot of a region in epochal change and bringing to light... read more

06 Sep 24 @ 11:35

The Swedish payments landscape, known for its innovation and progressive stance on digital payments, continues to lead the charge in cashless transactions. The country’s payment ecosystem in 2024 is characterised... read more

05 Sep 24 @ 15:02

The global cross-border payments market is on track to hit $290 trillion by 2030, driven by rising international e-commerce, global workforce mobility, and the adoption of digital payment solutions, according... read more

15 Aug 24 @ 14:45

The Italian payments market is undergoing a profound transformation driven by technological advancements and evolving consumer behaviours. As we move through 2024, the Italian market is seeing significant shifts towards... read more

09 Aug 24 @ 13:11

Payments Cards & Mobile’s exclusive annual review of payments data from the Digital & Card Payments Yearbooks, covering the 33 European Economic Area (EEA) countries (27 member states plus UK,... read more

05 Aug 24 @ 15:32

According to the latest Digital & Card Payment Yearbooks,  in recent years, the UK payments landscape has undergone a dramatic transformation, driven by technological advancements and changing consumer behaviours. The... read more