Decentralized Money refers to digital currency that operates without a central authority, such as a government or financial institution. Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin exemplify this concept, where transactions are verified and recorded by a distributed network. This form of money aims to provide censorship resistance, transparency, and peer-to-peer value transfer. It represents a departure from traditional financial control.
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The discussion surrounding decentralized money is fundamental to understanding the broader cryptocurrency market and its regulatory landscape. News often covers the ongoing debate regarding its potential to disrupt traditional financial systems versus the challenges of scalability, volatility, and consumer protection. Developments in central bank digital currencies also frame the conversation, as they represent a centralized alternative to the vision of truly decentralized monetary systems, influencing future financial structures.
The CNB is proactively building internal expertise by stress-testing the full custody, settlement, and compliance lifecycle of three distinct digital asset classes.
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