Central Bank Digital Currencies and the Global Financial System: Theory and Practice

__Central Bank Digital Currencies and Global Financial System: Theory and Practice__ is the perfect book for anyone interested in the impact of digital currencies on the global financial system, providing valuable insights and analysis on the topic. The topic of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) is particularly relevant in 2023 because the use of digital currencies is rapidly growing around the world, and many central banks are exploring the idea of developing their own CBDCs. This book offers readers an opportunity to gain a better understanding of CBDCs, including their history, differences with cryptocurrencies, and the potential impact of CBDCs on the future of the financial system. The book’s didactic approach breaks down complex topics into easily digestible chapters, allowing readers to easily understand and follow the progression of digital currencies. For those interested in the future of digital currencies, the book offers a chapter on future research directions and concluding remarks. __Central Bank Digital Currencies and Global Financial System: Theory and Practice__ is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of finance and technology. By exploring the evolution of digital currencies and their impact on the global financial system, this book provides valuable insights for policymakers, financial professionals, and anyone looking to understand the future of money. * This book is unique in the sense that it is the first of its kind that highlights the similarities and differences of all the CBDCs currently under consideration and in circulation. Acknowledgments Contents Overview Contents Preface 1 Introduction of FinTech and Blockchain 2 Evolution of Cryptocurrency and Digital Currencies 3 Evolution of Central Bank Digital Currencies 4 Differences Between Central Bank Digital Currencies and Cryptocurrency 5 Central Bank Digital Currencies Around the World 6 The Digital Euro 7 The Digital Yuan 8 Future Research Directions and Concluding Remarks Appendix List of Figures List of Tables About the Authors Index