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Payment System Oversight

Definition

Payment system oversight involves the monitoring and regulation of payment infrastructures and services to ensure their safety, efficiency, and integrity. This function is typically performed by central banks or other financial authorities to mitigate risks such as operational failures, fraud, and systemic instability. In the realm of digital assets, it extends to supervising stablecoin issuers, cryptocurrency exchanges, and blockchain-based payment networks. The goal is to protect consumers and maintain financial stability. It aims to ensure that payment systems function reliably.