Digital Currencies and Energy Consumption /

Whether in crypto assets or in CBDCs, design choices can make an important difference to the energy consumption of digital currencies. This paper establishes the main components and technological options that determine the energy profile of digital currencies. It draws on academic and industry estim...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Agur, Itai
Other Authors: Deodoro, Jose, Lavayssiere, Xavier, Martinez Peria, Soledad.
Format: Journal
Language:English
Published: Washington, D.C. : International Monetary Fund, 2022.
Series:FinTech Notes; FinTech Notes ; No 2022/006
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Online Access:Full text available on IMF