Source: European Central Bank (video statements)
The Focus Session on the digital euro aim to outline the pilot’s objectives, timeline, and payment service providers (PSPs) selection process. In November 2025, the ECB announced its plan to launch a call for expressions of interest in 2026, inviting European payment service providers to join a digital euro pilot expected in the second half of 2027.
The event is for all stakeholders, including PSPs, technical service providers, merchants and consumers who would like to learn more about the digital euro pilot.