The European Central Bank is preparing to launch the Digital Euro—one of the most ambitious financial projects in Europe’s history. But what does it really mean for citizens, businesses, and governments? In this episode, Saeed Rafay unpacks the journey from the idea’s inception to its current 2025 status, explores privacy concerns, financial risks, and geopolitical stakes, and highlights the opportunities it could create for payments, innovation, and Europe’s digital sovereignty.

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