CBDCs: A Greater Threat to Banks Than Crypto
Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) could pose a significant threat to traditional banking systems, potentially rendering them obsolete. As governments explore the possibility of becoming direct lenders through CBDCs, the role of commercial banks may diminish.
Key points:
- CBDCs could bypass traditional banking infrastructure
- Governments may become direct lenders to citizens
- Commercial banks risk becoming obsolete
This development follows earlier concerns about the risks of keeping money in banks, including fund seizure and withdrawal restrictions.
While CBDCs could offer economic benefits, their implementation may reshape the financial landscape, particularly impacting the commercial banking sector.