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The ECB champions the role of cash in euros: over 31 billion notes in circulation, worth €1.6 trillion, with an annual growth of 3%.
Piero Cipollone (ECB) urges the removal of barriers in the European single market and investment in renewables to enhance companies' competitiveness.
The ECB details the design of the digital euro app, featuring accessibility functions that exceed the European Accessibility Act. It will be tested in the 2027 pilot.
The ECB has unveiled the ten finalist designs for new euro banknotes, themed on 'European Culture' and 'Rivers and Birds'. Citizens can vote online until September 21.
The European Parliament backs the digital euro with 70% of votes. The ECB selects 36 entities for the pilot starting in September 2027.
The ECB defends the digital euro as an anchor of monetary sovereignty amid the digitalisation of payments.