New Zealand Reserve Bank Halts Digital Cash R&D Initiative
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A representative from the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) has announced that the bank has temporarily ceased research and development activities related to its digital cash initiative, opting instead to concentrate on a more comprehensive payment system modernization endeavor. The representative underscored that the primary focus at present lies in modernizing the payment system and rolling out real-time retail payment solutions. Despite the current system's stability and dependability for the majority of users, it nonetheless necessitates upgrades to align with the digital economy and brace for potential future challenges. The upgraded payment infrastructure will be designed to accommodate new and evolving payment methods, such as central bank digital currencies.