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How the Digital Euro Will Work, With a 3,000 Euro Cap and a 2029 Debut
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Fusion42 · 26 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
The European Central Bank is planning a digital euro with a maximum holding limit of 3,000 euros per user and aims to launch it by 2029, including features like offline payments. Regulatory decisions on limits are being discussed in a EU trilogue process.
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The 3,000 euro cap on digital euro holdings forces you to rethink client payment strategies and compliance ahead of the 2029 launch. Regulatory roles split in the EU trilogue mean you must engage early to shape how limits and features affect your business model.
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