The Bank for International Settlements has appointed the IMF's digital money chief, described as a CBDC hawk, to head its innovation hub as it advances pilots for cross‑border CBDCs, tokenized deposits and real‑time payment rails.
The IMF's 2023 report identifies XRP as a viable technology for improving cross‑border payments and modernizing settlement systems. The recognition could boost institutional interest and shape policy debates on crypto infrastructure.
El Salvador purchased 1,090 BTC during a sharp market sell-off on Nov. 18, 2025, reinforcing its national bitcoin holdings despite pressure from the IMF.