IMF says Nigeria’s stablecoin adoption is ‘testing the limits’ of monetary and regulatory frameworks
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The IMF warns that Nigeria's stablecoin adoption is testing the limits of its monetary and regulatory frameworks, posing digital dollarization risks. With over 10 million users, the country's stablecoin market is growing rapidly, forcing policymakers to reassess their stance on digital currencies and their impact on monetary policy and financial stability.
The IMF said stablecoin adoption in Nigeria is testing monetary and regulatory frameworks, while warning of digital dollarization risks.