Ripple CBDC Advisor, Antony Welfare, shared his excitement on Twitter about collaborating with a committed team of experts in Montenegro for the national stablecoin project. He described it as a seamless continuation of efforts to implement the country’s central bank digital currency (CBDC) pilot project.
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Ripple Engages with Montenegro for CBDC Project: Educational Workshops and Idea Exchange
The Central Bank of Montenegro (CBCG) is making significant strides in implementing its stablecoin project, with Ripple playing a vital role in the process. Ripple recently sent its team of experts to Montenegro, where they conducted two informative workshops.
The first workshop focused on Asset Tokenization, while the second covered programmability. Attendees from various sectors, including financial service facilitators, public and private institutions, and academic scholars, benefited from these tailored educational events. The workshops provided valuable insights into blockchain technology and its wide-ranging possibilities.
In addition to the workshops, Ripple’s experts engaged in productive meetings with representatives from different groups. These discussions aimed to foster idea exchange and identify potential candidates for testing Montenegro’s central bank digital currency (CBDC).
The primary objective of Montenegro’s pilot project is to offer hands-on experience to the public in using the proposed digital currency while also considering potential risks and implications related to regulations, cybersecurity, and user rights and privacy.
By actively participating in these educational and exploratory activities, Montenegro aligns itself with most banks worldwide. According to a report cited by the CBCG, approximately 93% of central banks have already initiated CBDC tests, with over half actively conducting natural experiments mirroring Montenegro’s approach.
Ripple’s CBDC Expansion: Empowering Countries with Digital Currency Solutions
Ripple’s efforts in the Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) space extend beyond Montenegro’s borders. In May, the San Francisco-based payments company introduced its specialized CBDC platform, enabling public and private financial institutions to launch their digital currencies.
Before that, Montenegro solidified its partnership with Ripple, designating the company as its official CBDC project partner. Ripple’s influence extends to several countries, including the Republic of Palau, Colombia, and Bhutan, where the company is actively powering digital currency projects.
With its CBDC platform, Ripple is playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of digital currencies, fostering innovation, and facilitating financial inclusivity on a global scale.
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