Study Shows 130 Countries Advancing in Digital Currencies

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It might soon be time to start saying your goodbyes to cash because a total of 130 countries are now exploring digital versions of currencies that makes up 98% of the global economy. Almost half of those countries are in advanced development, pilot or even launch stages. That's according to research from us based Atlantic Council. They add that all G 20 countries except Argentina are now in advanced phases. 11 countries including ones in the Caribbean and Nigeria have already launched central bank digital currencies. However, the report says in the US, the process is only in the moving forward stage.