Tokenization

IMF perspective on Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)

IMF perspective on Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)

Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) relates to a new form of money – digital money created by the central bank, rather than commercial banks as it is now. Central banks around the world are discussing it, some of launching pilot projects. What is CBDC? What are its upsides and risks?…
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eToro signals tokenized future with acquisition of smart contract infrastructure provider Firmo

eToro signals tokenized future with acquisition of smart contract infrastructure provider Firmo

Acquisition of Firmo brings eToro one step closer to becoming the first truly global service provider allowing people to trade, invest and save. The global multi-asset investment platform has recently announced that it has acquired Firmo, for an undisclosed amount. Firmo enables smart contracts for derivatives to be securely enabled…
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Talking tokenization with Hans Henrik Hoffmeyer from Coinify

Talking tokenization with Hans Henrik Hoffmeyer from Coinify

In this article, we delve into the issues of tokenization with Hans Henrik Hoffmeyer, co-founder and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Coinify. Tokenization refers to the process of creating digital representations of assets (tangible, e.g. real estate, paintings, diplomas; intangible, e.g. carbon credit, copyright; or financial, e.g. stocks) on the…
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