The European Central Bank has completed the preparations for the Digital Euro and is expected to launch it in the second half of 2026.

BlockBeats News, December 19, European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde said on Thursday that the preparatory work for the digital euro has been completed and is now awaiting further approval from government institutions, with the launch expected in the second half of 2026. The European Central Bank views the digital euro as a strategic financial tool.

Christine Lagarde stated, "Our goal is to ensure that in the digital age, there is a currency that can be a cornerstone of a stable financial system." The European Central Bank also called on EU institutions to promptly adopt the Digital Euro Regulation.