#Digital Euro

Highlights: ECB warns rising stablecoin use could pull retail deposits from banks and weaken a key funding source. European banks also face pressure from foreign payment platforms, higher fees, and reduced access to customer data. ECB plans a 2027 digital […]

Highlights: The digital euro pilot includes 36 providers and begins during the second half of 2027. Deutsche Bank, Revolut, UniCredit, Stripe, Adyen, and Worldline joined the selected group. The ECB targets possible issuance in 2029, subject to legislation and Governing […]

Highlights: The digital euro cleared a key EU committee vote and could get final approval by the end of this year. Users will face holding limits and earn no interest, keeping banks safe from large deposit outflows. If approved, the […]

Highlights: The ECB has confirmed that the digital euro will launch soon after meeting technical criteria. Currently, the digital euro is awaiting approval from the European Parliament and the European Commission. The ECB President highlighted some risks associated with stablecoins […]

Highlights: The ESRB has recommended a ban on multi-issuance stablecoins in the EU. EU officials warn that multi-issuance stablecoins from non-EU entities could weaken euro oversight. The ECB is advancing the digital euro plans with possible approval by the end […]

Highlights: EU officials consider using public blockchains like Ethereum or Solana for the digital euro. Public blockchain adoption could make Europe’s digital euro faster, open, and easier worldwide. Digital euro aims to reduce reliance on U.S. stablecoins and strengthen financial […]

Highlights: The ECB has confirmed that cash plays an important role and will remain in circulation. The new proposal aims to protect cash access in all countries across Europe. The bank plans to modernize banknotes as it prepares the launch […]