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What is a central bank digital currency (CBDC)?

A central bank digital currency (CBDC) is a form of digital currency issued by a country's central bank. It is similar to cryptocurrencies, except that its value is fixed by the central bank and is equivalent to the country's fiat currency. Many countries are developing CBDCs, and some have even implemented them.

What is wholesale central bank digital currency?

Banks and corporations use wholesale central bank digital currency for settlements and transactions. Wholesale CBDCs work a bit like central bank reserves—money that banks are required to hold in accounts at a central bank, to guarantee financial stability.

Should the Federal Reserve Invest in a central bank digital currency?

While the Federal Reserve has made no decisions on whether to pursue or implement a central bank digital currency, or CBDC, we have been exploring the potential benefits and risks of CBDCs from a variety of angles, including through technological research and experimentation.

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