: The WEF views 2026 as a turning point where blockchain technology becomes "enterprise-grade" infrastructure rather than an experimental platform . Key Contextual Updates What to expect for digital assets in 2026
: In March 2026, the U.S. Senate approved legislation effectively blocking the Fed from launching any form of CBDC until at least 2031 . FED & WEF Reveal CBDC Plan
: The WEF continues to advocate for "public-private cooperation" on digital currency frameworks but does not have the authority to issue or mandate a U.S. digital dollar . : The WEF views 2026 as a turning
: On March 27, 2026, the Federal Reserve confirmed it had suspended CBDC research and development . : The WEF continues to advocate for "public-private
As of April 2026, the Federal Reserve (Fed) has and confirmed there are no ongoing plans to issue a digital dollar .