European Central Bank urges retailers to join digital euro trial
The European Central Bank (ECB) has launched an ambitious initiative to bring a digital version of the euro into everyday use, and it is actively seeking the participation of merchants across the continent. This effort, known as the digital euro pilot, is designed to assess how a central‑bank‑issued digital currency can function in real‑world payment scenarios, ranging from online shopping and mo…
Sept. 15, 2026, 2:15 p.m.