Central Bank Digital Currency - The Technical Breakdown

Explore the technical intricacies of Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) in this insightful conference talk featuring John Davies and Lars Hupel. Delve into the unique characteristics that distinguish CBDC from cryptocurrencies, examining its architecture, technical foundations, and practical applications. Learn about CBDC's potential for facilitating offline payments, enhancing security measures, and ensuring efficient, instantly settled transactions. Gain valuable insights into the flexibility of CBDC and its ability to coexist with existing payment methods. Discover how CBDC leverages various technologies and programming languages, and understand its implications for the future of digital payments. Ideal for tech-savvy individuals interested in the intersection of finance and technology.

Intro
New vs old payment methods
Technology & programming languages in CBDC
Security in money transfer
Advantages of CBDC & offline payment
CBDC vs cryptocurrencies
Outro