★Bank of Korea launches Phase 2 of digital won pilot with real subsidies
"The Bank of Korea's integration of CBDC-linked deposit tokens for real subsidy payments signals a critical evolution in global financial infrastructure, potentially redefining the role of commercial banks in digital currency ecosystems. This move could accelerate the development of programmable money, impacting capital flow efficiency and challenging traditional payment rails, necessitating strategic portfolio adjustments for institutional investors."
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The Bank of Korea is expanding its digital won pilot, now using CBDC-linked deposit tokens to disburse actual government subsidies. Another central bank is testing the waters, perhaps hoping to streamline payments or gain further insight into controlling digital cash.
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