Legal Aspects Of The Digital Euro – CBDC

The digital euro, classified as digital central bank currency, distinguishes itself from cryptocurrencies. When the European Commission proposed the introduction of this Central Bank digital Currency (CBDC), various conspiracy theories surfaced during the Covid-19 pandemic. But what is it really about?

Unveiling the digital euro: A Legal Perspective

The European Commission's proposal to introduce the Central Bank digital Currency (CBDC), commonly known as the digital euro, stirred debates, echoing conspiracy theories akin to those during the Covid-19 pandemic. What are the real implications? Are concerns justified? What issues does the digital euro seek to address? This contribution sheds light on the unknown, potentially becoming the new norm in the future. I will address these questions and shed light on something that is currently unknown but could easily become the new normal in the future.