Across Europe, paying with cards and smartphones has overtaken cash. But as physical money fades, the European Central Bank (ECB) faces a crucial question: how can public money survive in a digital world? Their answer, the digital euro, seeks to blend the benefits of cash with the convenience of modern technology. From privacy guarantees to protecting sovereignty, the stakes are high for Europe’s financial future.
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