Retail CBDCs fail to address real consumer needs, survey shows

Interoperability, privacy, and infrastructure still pose hurdles to retail CBDC adoption, a survey by GlobalData reveals. Central bank digital currencies are still a tough sell, even where they’ve officially launched. GlobalData’s latest survey report reveals that for consumers in many countries, CBDCs just don’t offer enough to make the switch from familiar payment methods, as […]
Spot crypto ETFs fail to bridge gap as most advisors lack crypto buying capabilities: Bitwise

Access to crypto investments remains a challenge for advisors, with only 35% able to invest in client accounts despite the rise of spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in 2024. Crypto’s mainstream appeal grows, but access limitations for advisors leave many clients investing outside the advisory relationship. A new survey by Bitwise Asset Management and ETF […]