Innovation must be built on public trust – Governor Gabriel Makhlouf
Why this matters
This is a high-level policy speech by the CBI Governor outlining three core policy pillars (infrastructure modernisation, resilience requirements, and responsible innovation) for the future payments system. The speech is accompanied by three substantive research papers on payment economics, ecosystem mapping, and consumer behaviour trends. While not a binding rule or consultation, it provides concrete regulatory signals about the CBI's approach to digital euro, fintech oversight, and payments system safety. The emphasis on trust, resilience of private providers, and regulatory engagement with innovators indicates forward-looking policy direction relevant to banks, payment providers, and fintechs operating in Ireland.
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What the CBI said
Central Bank of Ireland Governor Gabriel Makhlouf today (Friday 18 September) spoke at The Future of Finance Conference held in Dublin. Governor Makhlouf opened the conference with a focus on trust “At the Central Bank of Ireland, our work on the payments system is an important part of our economic, policy and…
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Context
Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) — Ireland's central bank and financial services regulator. We track 287 updates from them.
Ireland's Central Bank regulates funds and banking sectors. Browse all Ireland updates.
This update is classified under Consumer Protection / Conduct, Operational Resilience / Outsourcing, Technology & Cyber and Payments & E-Money.