💳 The digital euro: a complement to cash
Contrary to rumors, the digital euro does not aim to replace cash. The European Central Bank (ECB) asserts that cash will remain available and protected. The idea is rather to provide a modern digital payment method while maintaining freedom of choice for citizens. 💵➡️📱
🛑 Payment blocking and widespread surveillance: fantasy or reality?
Many fear a future where every transaction would be scrutinized and where the ECB could block your spending. In reality, the digital euro will not be programmable: this means that the ECB will not be able to decide how you spend your money. No individual tracking project or legal payment restriction is planned. ❌🕵️♂️
⚖️ Automatic taxes: the ECB puts an end to the rumor
Some fear automatic taxes deducted with every purchase. False! The ECB does not manage taxation; it is a prerogative of the states. No "automatic tax" system is integrated into the digital euro. It is not a disguised tax control tool. 🧾✋
🗓️ A project still in testing
After a study phase in 2023, the ECB has launched tests in several EU countries. The digital euro could come into existence as early as October 2025, but nothing is finalized yet. In the meantime, information campaigns are planned to combat misinformation. 🧠📢
✅ In summary
The digital euro is neither a surveillance tool nor a fiscal weapon. It is a project aimed at providing a secure payment solution complementary to cash, without compromising individual freedoms. The key is to stay informed through reliable sources to avoid falling into the trap of alarmist theories. 🤝💡
Sources: GRE-Mag.fr – LeJMed.fr
