Tether strongly criticized a Deutsche Bank report that raised concerns about the stability of stablecoins, including Tether’s dollar-pegged token, predicting a potential crisis similar to the 2022 collapse of Terrausd, which erased billions from the market. Deutsche Bank analysts, citing a study of 334 historical currency pegs, suggested that most stablecoins will face significant challenges […]
Warren Buffett Sees No Alternative to US Dollar as Reserve Currency — Berkshire Holding $188 Billion in Cash
Warren Buffett, chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, asserts that there is currently no viable alternative to the U.S. dollar as the world’s reserve currency, suggesting that U.S. debt will remain acceptable “for a very long time.” Berkshire currently sits on a cash pile of $ 188 billion, which Buffett views as “quite attractive.” …
Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady Amid Inflation Concerns; Outlook Remains ‘Uncertain’
On Wednesday, May 1, 2024, the U.S. Federal Reserve chose to maintain the benchmark interest rates at their highest in 23 years. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) members noted that although inflation has subsided, it still “remains elevated.” No Change in Federal Funds Rate; Fed Continues Watchful Eye on Inflation Risks On Wednesday, the […]
Reserve Bank of New Zealand Releases Digital Currency Consultation Paper
The Reserve Bank of Zealand has said the proposed digital version of the country’s physical cash would provide universal access to central bank money, either in physical cash or digital form. According to the central bank, the digital version will not only be government-backed but will also be denominated in the local currency. Universal Access […]
Morgan Stanley: US Dollar Has No Credible Challengers; Reserve Currency Status to Endure
The U.S. dollar is likely to remain the world’s dominant reserve currency due to the absence of credible challengers. Morgan Stanley suggests that the Chinese yuan, often considered a potential rival to the U.S. dollar, currently falls short and is unlikely to dethrone the greenback. Reserve Managers to Grapple With U.S. Dollar According to the […]