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IMF embraces new central bank digital currencies

Fintech Beat, Episode 15

IMF officials talk digital currency in the latest Fintech Beat podcast. (Credit: krblokhin/ iStock)
IMF officials talk digital currency in the latest Fintech Beat podcast. (Credit: krblokhin/ iStock)

With China’s announcement that its central bank is close to launching a digital version of its currency, Fintech Beat sits down with IMF officials for a behind-the-scenes peek at what goes into a country’s strategy. We will also reveal which country was first. It may not be who you think.

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