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Digital Euro Isn't Pressing, but Work Should Continue: Spanish Central Bank Governor
Europe's "highly efficient" payment systems leave space to address social and financial concerns of a central bank digital currency, Pablo Hernández de Cos said.
Digital Euro Project Moves to 'Preparation' Phase
The move is not a decision to issue a central bank digital currency, the European Central Bank said Wednesday.
Italy’s Cipollone Defends Digital Euro as He Seeks ECB Role
Remarks at a parliamentary hearing suggest no digital currency swerve when Fabio Panetta steps down from his role at the European Central Bank in November.
Digital Euro at Least 2 Years Away, ECB’s Lagarde Says
The European Central Bank chief said she wanted to address “conspiracy theories” about CBDCs and government snooping.
ECB to Start Wholesale CBDC Settlement Trials in 2024
The European Central Bank wants to see innovative interventions in financial markets – but under existing rules.
ECB Finalizes Digital Euro Prototypes as Development Decision Looms
The European Central Bank has examined the use of distributed ledger technology and smart contracts for its potential new digital currency.
Lawmakers Could Still Nix Digital Euro, ECB’s Panetta Says
The central bank wants the CBDC to be universally accepted and potentially usable by those without bank accounts.
Major Crypto Firms Need Extra Rules, Global Cooperation, ECB’s McCaul Says
The central banker said firms like Binance should be forced to disclose legal status and lines of accountability, with extra rules on top of the European Union's upcoming MiCA crypto regulation.
EU Crypto Banking License Procedures Are Too Inconsistent, ECB Says
Most requests for licenses have come from banks in Germany.
Online Transactions, Peer-to-Peer Payments Should Be Priorities With Digital Euro, ECB Says
Transfers in stores and to governments could take longer to develop, but basic personal use should be free, the European Central Bank said.
