SXSW 2025
The Human Rights Risk of Central Bank Digital Currencies
Description:
Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are on the rise. Today, at least 127 jurisdictions are actively engaged with CBDCs, while 19 governments have deployed CBDCs, 41 have built a pilot CBDC, and 67 are in the research phase. However, they pose existential risks for civil liberties. Hear from CBDC experts who will focus on China, Nigeria, and give a global overview of what’s happening and how we can push back.
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Takeaways
- Understand the current state of CBDC development across the world
- Learn about the threats CBDCs pose to civil liberties, including issues related to privacy and financial control
- Hear strategies for pushing back against the risks posed by CBDCs
Speakers
- Nick Anthony, Fellow, Human Rights Fundation
- Charlene Fadirepo, CEO, Mango Digital Strategies
- Roger Huang, Contributor, Forbes
Organizer
Arsh Molu, Operations Lead, Human Rights Foundation
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