Seventy economists are pushing EU lawmakers to support a public digital euro. According to reports, these economists are concerned that private stablecoins and foreign payment firms could jeopardize Europe's monetary sovereignty. The economists are advocating for the EU to prioritize the public interest as it develops its approach to digital currency. The development highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the future of digital currency and the role of governments versus private entities in its creation and control.

Seventy economists are pushing EU lawmakers to support a public digital euro. According to reports, these economists are concerned that private stablecoins and foreign payment firms could jeopardize Europe's monetary sovereignty. The economists are advocating for the EU to prioritize the public interest as it develops its approach to digital currency. The development highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the future of digital currency and the role of governments versus private entities in its creation and control.