During this digital age, we are hearing more about cryptocurrencies. The public has been skeptical about this and are asking its effect on banks. The question being raised now is will banks accept or adopt its use? Will they also venture in creating its own  cryptocurrencies? If yes, how will this affect its clients.

Before moving forward, we should define cryptocurrencies first. Cryptocurrencies are digital currency that has no physical form. They are being used mostly in the web and are kept electronically via the blockchain. For its security, it uses an encryption technology to authenticate the movement of funds. With it’s increase and introduction to the web some Treasuries are considering to make a further research and study about this digital currencies. This would help them determine its role in the financial world and in a bigger picture, the economy.