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Payments Innovation Demands Smarter Risk Not Less Risk
Payments and digital assets are rapidly shifting from experimental technologies to strategic banking infrastructure. Industry leaders argue that success will depend not on issuing proprietary stablecoins, but on balancing innovation, governance and risk management while preparing for a 24-7 financial system.
Jul 16, 2026
Center for Financial Professionals
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Payments Innovation Demands Smarter Risk Not Less Risk
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  • Digital assets are shifting from experimentation to strategic banking infrastructure
  • Speakers argued most banks should support rather than issue stablecoins
  • Twenty four hour payments create new liquidity and balance sheet management challenges
  • Governance and early involvement of risk teams are essential for successful adoption
  • Banks should manage risk rather than avoid innovation altogether
  • Competitive advantage will come from combining technology with disciplined governance
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