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The Value of Central Bank Digital Currencies to Public Markets by The World Federation of Exchanges Central Bank Digital Currencies #(CBDCs) are emerging as a significant development in global finance, with 94% of central banks exploring #CBDCs, and the World Economic Forum projecting 24 #CBDCs to be operational by 2030. This paper finds that #CBDCs are a crucial enabler of a #tokenised financial ecosystem. Nevertheless, their adoption and success depend on coordinated industry efforts and a balanced evaluation of benefits versus costs. As the global industry association for exchanges and clearing houses #(CCPs), we represent the providers of over 250 #marketinfrastructures that see more than $124tr in #trading pass through them annually (at end-2024). By contributing our insights, we aim to ensure that the development and implementation of #CBDCs align with the operational realities, efficiency needs, and stability requirements of public markets. This makes our perspective vital in shaping the future of #CBDCs in a way that supports the broader financial ecosystem. 💡 Key insights: 📌 CBDCs’ Benefits: #CBDCs introduce a new form of central bank money, a useful step towards creating #tokenised asset ecosystems, improving audit trails, and streamlining cross-border payments by bypassing traditional banking networks. #CBDCs could offer efficiency gains in settlement, be useful as collateral, and provide a complementary or alternative payment rail that enhances resilience. 📌 Challenges and Risks: #CBDC transaction speeds currently fall short of requirements for today’s low latency trading environment. Their value during low-activity hours raises cost-benefit questions. While #CBDCs could reduce #counterparty risk, existing systems like central #clearing already address this with added efficiencies. Legal and regulatory updates would also be essential, particularly for cross-border use. 📌Implementation Complexities: #Interoperability with existing systems, costly integration with legacy infrastructure and regulatory hurdles are all issues. Cross-border coordination would also be crucial for #CBDC success. 🪃 Conclusion: #CBDCs are necessary to enable digital ledger technology adoption in traditional financial markets. However, achieving widespread public #market transformation may be limited due to high costs, technological demands, and extensive regulatory adaptation required. Its success is not guaranteed simply by its existence. More information: 📎 https://lnkd.in/dai6Wnz8 #DLT #CBDC #clearing #Interoperability #tokenised #marketinfrastructures David Madrona Cesar Serrano Victor Ribes Gaofeng Yin 尹高峰 Álvaro Bay Macaya, €FA

"Examining Token Listings on Centralized Exchanges," CoinMarketCap's latest report: Dives deep into how crypto exchanges (#CEXes) performed in 2024, outperforming traditional stock markets. Here’s the breakdown: ✅ Superior Returns: #CEXes delivered an average ROI of 167.48% on token listings, with 68.82% of listings yielding positive returns—far surpassing Nasdaq and NYSE IPOs. Even the median #ROI of 90% outpaced #Bitcoin’s 120% ROI. ✅ Resilience Amid Challenges: Despite a tough 2025 start, driven by trade tensions and #memecoin collapses, #CEXes maintained rigorous listing standards, fostering a reliable market environment. ✅ Diverse Strategies: Exchanges like Gate.io and Binance excelled in high ROI (190%+), while OKX and Coinbase leaned toward long-term token performance. Delisting rates varied, with Binance and Gate.io at 0-5% and Bitget at 43.17%, reflecting different listing philosophies. ✅ Launchpools & Airdrops: #CEXes distributed over $2.7B in rewards, with Binance leading at $2.6B, offering APYs from 52% to 436%—a win for users and projects alike. 🔑 Key Takeaway: While #CEXes shine, external factors like regulations and market sentiment impact outcomes. Investors must do their due diligence to navigate the crypto landscape. 💡 Curious about the full report? Check it out on CoinMarketCap for a comprehensive look at how #CEXes are shaping the crypto ecosystem! ⚡ Discover more information at the link: https://lnkd.in/dBn6Zk6s 🛑 What will the new transactional financial hubs of the future look like? Are #CEXs truly reinventing the liquidity game? Could we be moving toward trading centers capable of bridging both worlds (#TradFi & #Web3) in a single ecosystem? The growing dominance of centralized exchanges (#CEXs) suggests we may be heading toward a future where these platforms serve not only as liquidity #aggregators but also as fully integrated financial hubs blending #traditional finance with #decentralized innovation. Their ability to capture and concentrate #liquidity is undeniable and seemingly unstoppable. However, there’s a critical issue: most tokens still lack the foundational elements necessary not only to #survive long term but also to generate native, monetizable value. #Crypto #Blockchain #Investing #Finance #CoinMarketCap #CEXes Ezekiel Tan Prasanna Lohar Sam Boboev David M. Blossom Denwigwe