The Digital Economy Initiative

Our institute brings together academics, legislators, technicians and practitioners to lead the policy direction for the new digital economy.

[The Digital Economy Initiative @Digi_Econ_Inst]

The opportunity that we see for a new direction of travel for financial regulation in light of distributed ledger technology, which can increase transparency and competition whilst reducing the industry's inherent costs.

#Finance #digitalcurrency #DLT

https://t.co/L0NTwbhdAh

[The Digital Economy Initiative @Digi_Econ_Inst]

The stablecoin mkt. cap. grew approximately $175 bn in the two years before Terra’s collapse.

Read our paper for background on stablecoins, their risks and recommendations for a regulatory framework.

https://t.co/k4qhlE1xae

[The Digital Economy Initiative @Digi_Econ_Inst]

https://t.co/rUOxm98UhQ

[The Digital Economy Initiative @Digi_Econ_Inst]

Now more than ever the argument needs to be made that the volatility of crypto and the protection of consumers does not inherently render the technology worthless/ evil.

Look for our launch coming soon.

[The Digital Economy Initiative @Digi_Econ_Inst]

Our recently released paper identifies why ‘#crypto, like all other forms of #innovation can be a force for good.’

See the author of our papers foreword @MattHancock comment on why we need to change the narrative around Crypto in @CityAM 👇

https://t.co/e07Tiae6nV

[Matt Hancock @MattHancock]

It is important we work to understand the benefits of new technology so not to act out of fear brought about by misunderstanding

I am thrilled to see @Digi_Econ_Inst helping make this a reality ⬇️

https://t.co/MJQtYE9j8d

[Matt Hancock @MattHancock]

Important research in to why Crypto is being used as a force for good in Ukraine and myth busting it's perceived role in sanction avoidance

Thrilled to see a new institute being set up to address these vital policy areas and promoting a pro-tech business environment

[The Digital Economy Initiative @Digi_Econ_Inst]

'Cryptocurrencies present no greater risk to sanctions regimes than fiat currencies and traditional financial assets'

Ahead of our launch read our thoughts on the emergence of Cryptocurrencies and what it means for sanction schemes and financial crime

https://t.co/FMb2jJCjKF