public outreach

Federal Reserve Amplifies Public Engagement as It Navigates Economic Uncertainties and Technological Innovation

The Federal Reserve is expanding public engagement through its 'Fed Listens' program while embracing financial innovation, including hosting a payments technology conference in October 2025. Key developments include releasing FOMC meeting minutes, conducting public regulatory outreach meetings, and terminating certain enforcement actions. Fed leadership, including Chair Jerome Powell and Vice Chair Michelle Bowman, emphasize adaptability and technological advancement as central to the Fed's evolving approach to monetary policy and financial supervision.