According to CryptoActu, the European Central Bank is preparing a pilot for a digital euro beginning in 2027. The initiative involves 36 operators. The goal is to strengthen European payment sovereignty against foreign providers.
The pilot aims to test functionality, usability and integration within existing payment infrastructures. It will focus on practical deployment under regulatory and technical conditions appropriate for initial testing. No details on scale, technology design or timeline beyond the start year are provided. The involvement of 36 operators is described as part of the preparation phase; their specific roles are not specified. The measure responds to concerns about reliance on external payment systems and supports efforts to ensure European control over digital payment tools.
