Digital euro: listening to the public
A digital euro would offer a comprehensive solution to the evolving needs of modern consumers.
We are committed to actively involving the public in the development of a digital euro. By conducting surveys, interviews, and focus groups, we gain valuable insights into the needs and preferences of potential users.
These conversations are helping us design a digital euro that meets your expectations - and that is safe, easy to use, and accessible to everyone.
Read more about our engagement with the public
Study on digital wallet features
From December 2022 to January 2023 we carried out focus groups to assess euro area citizens’ perceptions of digital wallet features. Most participants expressed interest in trying out the digital wallet, providing crucial insights for shaping the design of a potential digital euro.
Read the studyStudy on new digital payment methods
From October to December 2021 we conducted focus groups in all euro area countries to gather views from different target audiences on their payment habits. People want convenient, fast and easy-to-use payment solutions that take into account the safety and the security of their data.
Focus groups findingsPublic consultation report
From 12 October 2020 until 12 January 2021 we ran a public consultation to collect views on the benefits and challenges of issuing a digital euro and on its possible design. The responses provide valuable input for the Eurosystem’s ongoing assessments on the possibility of a digital euro.
Read the report