Appia
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financeECB Aims for Summer Digital Euro Standards Release
The ECB plans to finalize digital euro technical standards by summer 2026, paving the way for pilot testing in 2027 and potential issuance by 2029.
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cryptoECB: Tokenized Markets Need Central Bank Money to Scale
ECB official Piero Cipollone says tokenized deposits and stablecoins require central bank-backed settlement to grow in Europe, citing the Pontes initiative and legal gaps.
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financeECB Launches Tokenized Finance Initiative for Euro Autonomy
The European Central Bank is pioneering a tokenized financial system, codenamed Appia, to enhance the euro's global standing and reduce reliance on foreign infrastructure.