Ricardo currently leads Product Business Development for Digital Currencies (CBDC and Stablecoins) at R3. He and his team have spent the last 12 months developing and running a global CBDC working group with over 100 members, including major central banks from around the world. Ricardo initially served as Head of APAC at R3 for the first 18 months, growing the team and working with member banks across the region. He then spent 3 years as Global Head of Strategic Alliances & Partnerships, building a network of 300+ global partners who develop solutions and offer services on Corda. Before joining R3 Ricardo worked with the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Avanade, Accenture and Microsoft in senior, executive positions. He’s co-founded two technology startups and has spent the last 12 years commercializing early-stage, emerging technologies.

R3 is leading the future of digital finance by powering multi-party solutions that deliver digital trust and unlock greater potential for regulated businesses everywhere.

Panel discussion : User-centric design of a CBDC

This panel will delve into the crucial topic of user-centric design for CBDCs. Hear from experts who are leading the charge in designing CBDCs with a strong focus on user needs, accessibility, and usability. Explore innovative approaches to ensure inclusivity, privacy, and ease of use for diverse user groups. Gain insights into the importance of user research, interface design, and user education in creating a seamless CBDC experience.