Bank of Canada asks for public input on a digital Canadian dollar

The Bank of Canada seeks public feedback on a potential digital Canadian dollar. The central bank says it has no immediate plans to issue a national digital currency, but it wants to be prepared for the future. It says a digital Canadian dollar would ensure that everyone can participate in the economy, even if cash becomes less popular or cryptocurrencies become more competitive. The bank also promises to keep issuing banknotes for those who prefer them. “Cash isn’t going anywhere,” it says.

The survey is a standard online questionnaire that you can access here. It asks how you would likely use digital currency, your concerns about accessibility and privacy, and which security features you need. The bank assures Canadians that their feedback “will be kept anonymous, confidential, and be reported in aggregate only.”

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Is HTC making a comeback with a metaverse phone?

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HTC has been out of the phone game for a long time. It even sold part of its mobile division to Google for the Pixel product line five years ago. However, the company is teasing a new entry for 2023 with the hashtag #seeUsoon, hinting at its U series.

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Microsoft Teams to offer new virtual backgrounds

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Microsoft Teams is getting a major update to refresh its virtual backgrounds, including new animated ones. The new backgrounds are designed to match the different preferences and needs of 300 million active monthly Teams users. Whether you want to hide your messy room or create a fun and imaginative atmosphere, you can find one that works for you.

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'Darkest Dungeon II' lands on Steam, Epic Games Store on May 8

Darkest Dungeon II, the highly anticipated sequel to the roguelike RPG, will launch version 1.0 on the Epic Games Store and Steam tomorrow, May 8. Red Hook Studios revealed the date with a trailer that showcases its hand-drawn art style and new features. If you have Darkest Dungeon on Steam, you can get a limited-time discount on the new title.

Red Hook promises a game with a rich and immersive story, a polished turn-based combat system, and some new features unavailable in the early access release. This 1.0 version adds one playable character and the final two story acts. You can expect quality-of-life improvements in the future, as well as new monsters and hero skins, mod support, and ongoing balance tuning.

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