This event is organized by WU in cooperation with the OeNB

The euro was introduced as book money 25 years ago, and it has played a key role in European integration ever since. A further milestone was reached in 2002 with the introduction of euro cash. However, there is still no uniform European standard for digital payments. What does this mean for Europe’s competitiveness? When will the digital euro be launched? And how can it serve as a platform for innovation and growth? Experts from the OeNB and WU explain how the interoperable system increases efficiency and reduces costs, breaks down barriers, and builds trust, thus boosting product development in business.

Discussion:

Verena Dorner, Professor of Information Systems, Head of the Institute for Digital Ecosystems, WU Vienna

Petia Niederländer, Director of the Payments, Risk Monitoring and Financial Literacy Department, OeNB

Guido Schäfer, Associate Professor, Department of Economics, WU Vienna

Matthias Schroth, Director of the Cash Management, Equity Interests and Internal Services Department, OeNB

Moderated by:

Marlies Faulmann, OeNB

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