The e-CNY (Digital Yuan) is the digital version of the renminbi, Chinas national currency, issued and regulated by the People's Bank of China (PBOC). It is a central bank digital currency (CBDC) designed to facilitate domestic and international payments through a digitized, state-backed infrastructure. Unlike decentralized cryptocurrencies, it is a legal tender and represents a direct liability of the central bank.
Brand Authority Index (BAI): 88/100
Archetype: Challenger
Category: Financial Services
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Last analyzed: April 11, 2026
Founded: 2014 (Research started), 2020 (Pilots launched)
Headquarters: Beijing, China