Global Economics and Development Policy by David Malpass
David Malpass is a senior fellow at Purdue University’s Daniels School of Business and former President of the World Bank Group (2019–2023). During his tenure, the World Bank scaled its digital public infrastructure programs across 60+ countries, channeling over USD 4.7 billion into projects for digital identification, financial inclusion, and broadband access. A keynote address at the 2022 G20 Bali Summit featured Malpass outlining strategies for tokenized aid disbursements and blockchain-enabled transparency in government spending.
As an economist and policymaker, Malpass supported the expansion of crypto-relevant systems such as interoperable digital IDs and mobile payment networks, many of which intersect with stablecoin distribution and DeFi access. He continues to advise central banks and emerging markets on sovereign digital currency design and blockchain-based aid delivery.
Malpass’s macroeconomic guidance and institutional funding background remain key drivers for integrating blockchain with public-sector resilience and accountability.
