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finance2 years ago

FedNow: The Federal Reserve's Instant Payment Service Revolution

The U.S. Federal Reserve has officially launched its FedNow instant-payments service, aimed at facilitating faster and more convenient everyday payments for businesses and individuals. The system, which has already attracted 35 early adopters including JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo, is expected to improve the flow of money in the U.S. economy. While there are still questions about potential charges for the service, the central bank plans to integrate FedNow into the apps and websites of banks and credit unions. Additionally, the Fed is studying the implementation of a central bank digital currency, with some suggesting that FedNow could potentially address the need for a CBDC.

via CNBC|
#banking#digital-currency#federal-reserve
finance2 years ago

"Federal Reserve Introduces 'FedNow' Instant Payment System, Revolutionizing Transactions"

The US Federal Reserve has launched its new instant payments service, FedNow, which aims to significantly speed up the process of sending money in the country. FedNow allows money to be conveyed almost instantly, bringing the US in line with other countries that have already adopted instant payments. The service, which operates 24 hours a day, will initially involve 35 banks and credit unions, including JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo. The Fed denies that FedNow is tied to any plans for a digital US dollar, but the service's functionality could increase friction between the conventional financial system and cryptocurrencies.

via CoinDesk|
#central-bank#digital-currency#fednow
financetechnology2 years ago

FedNow® Service Goes Live, Bringing Instant Payments to More Banks and Customers

The Federal Reserve has announced that its new system for instant payments, the FedNow Service, is now live. Banks and credit unions of all sizes can sign up and use this tool to instantly transfer money for their customers, providing benefits such as immediate access to funds and efficient cash flow management. The service operates alongside other Federal Reserve payment services and aims to support widespread availability for customers over time.

via Federal Reserve|
#banks#credit-unions#federal-reserve
finance2 years ago

FedNow Service: Revolutionizing Payments with Real-Time Technology

The U.S. Federal Reserve is set to launch its long-awaited "FedNow" service, aiming to modernize the country's payment system by allowing Americans to send and receive funds in seconds, 24/7. The service will eliminate the current several-day lag in cash transfers, bringing the U.S. in line with other countries. Initially opposed by big banks, many have now agreed to participate, recognizing the opportunity to expand their services. FedNow will settle payments directly in central bank accounts, benefiting consumers and small businesses the most. Smaller banks welcomed the service as it allows them access to real-time payments without relying on larger competitors. FedNow will have a maximum payment limit of $500,000 initially, and concerns about potential bank runs have been downplayed by Fed officials.

via Reuters|
#banking-system#federal-reserve#fednow
finance2 years ago

"Federal Reserve Certifies Organizations for FedNow® Service Launch with Major Banks and Tech Vendors"

The Federal Reserve has announced that 57 organizations, including financial institutions and service providers, have completed testing and certification for the upcoming launch of the FedNow Service in late July. These early adopters are now conducting final trial runs to ensure readiness for live transactions. The FedNow Service aims to facilitate instant payment services nationwide, allowing businesses and individuals to send and receive instant payments at any time, with immediate access to funds. The Federal Reserve is also working with additional financial institutions to expand the network in the future.

via Federal Reserve|
#certification#federal-reserve#fednow-service
finance2 years ago

FedNow instant payment service set to launch in July.

The US Federal Reserve has confirmed that its instant payments system, FedNow, will launch in July. The system will provide round-the-clock, real-time gross settlement and will not rely on blockchain technology. The Fed plans to onboard as many financial institutions as possible to increase the availability of instant payments. Some see FedNow as an alternative to central bank digital currencies and stablecoins, which also seek to solve the problem of instant payments. FedNow could also serve many of the same functions as a CBDC.

via Cointelegraph|
#cbdcs#federal-reserve#fednow
finance2 years ago

FedNow instant payment service set to launch in July with Tassat blockchain pilot.

The Federal Reserve has announced that the FedNow Service will start operating in July, with early adopters completing a customer testing and certification program to prepare for sending live transactions through the system. The service will launch with a robust set of core clearing and settlement functionality and value-added features, with more features and enhancements to be added in future releases. The U.S. Treasury and a diverse mix of financial institutions of all sizes have declared their intent to begin using the service in July.

via Federal Reserve|
#federal-reserve#fednow-service#finance