Bank of Korea and Bank of France Discuss Digital Assets and Climate Change
- The Bank of Korea and the Bank of France held a two-day seminar to discuss digital assets and climate change impacts on the economy.
- Participants included central bank researchers and academic experts from both countries, focusing on central bank digital currencies, payment systems, macroeconomic risks, and financial policy challenges.
- The seminar is part of an academic exchange program initiated in 2024.
- Global stablecoin market value has increased to approximately $311 billion from $50 billion five years ago, with transaction volumes exceeding $34 trillion in 2025.
- South Korea mandates that won-pegged stablecoins be issued by licensed banks, while France requires issuers to comply with EU MiCA framework by June 30, 2026.
The seminar hosted by the Bank of Korea and Bank of France highlighted the growing importance of digital assets like stablecoins, which have seen significant market growth, impacting global financial policies.
Source (3.2)https://cryptobriefing.com/crypto-and-climate-talks/?rand=59535
