Digital Euro and Stablecoins 2025
The "Digital Euro and Stablecoins" event, part of Brussels Blockchain Week, is a pivotal gathering that delves into the evolving landscape of Digital Currencies within the European Union. It brings together policymakers, financial experts, and blockchain innovators to discuss the implications of the European Central Bank's digital euro initiative and the regulatory frameworks surrounding stablecoins. Attendees can expect insightful discussions on the future of digital finance, the role of decentralized technologies, and the balance between innovation and regulation in the EU's financial ecosystem.
Date & Place:
The conference happened on 20th May 2025, at The Merode, BRUSSELS
It was planned by the Digital Euro Association (DEA), a group that studies digital money and how it works.
What Was It About?
This big event brought together smart people from:
Central banks (they help run a country’s money)
Government offices
Tech companies
Financial experts
They all talked about the future of digital money, like the digital euro and stablecoins (a kind of digital money that keeps its value steady).
Event Highlights
There were three main areas at the conference:
Main Stage – For big talks and panels
Innovation Room – To show new tech ideas
Roundtable Room – For group discussions
People could also ask questions, share ideas, and meet new contacts in the digital finance world.
Top Speakers
Some of the important speakers included:
Dr. Alexandra Hachmeister – Deutsche Bundesbank
Holger Neuhaus – European Central Bank
Debra Brookes – Wyoming Stable Token Commission
Clarisse Hagege – CEO of Dfns
Miguel Fernández Ordóñez – Former Governor, Banco de España
Dr. Hatice Karahan – Central Bank of Türkiye
Nick Kerigan – Head of Innovation at Swift
They explained how digital money is growing and what it could mean for the future.
Sponsors & Supporters
These top companies supported the event:
Dfns – Experts in keeping digital assets safe
SDX – A regulated digital stock Crypto Exchange
Accenture – Big company that helps others with digital ideas
Worldline – Helps with digital payments
msg – Tech company helping businesses go digital
dEURO Association – Building a decentralized Euro stablecoin
Why It Mattered
Here’s what people got from joining:
Smart Talks: Learn about digital euros and stablecoins
Laws & Rules: Hear about new laws like MiCAR for crypto
Global News: Learn what other countries are doing (like Brazil, the U.S., and Turkey)
Make Connections: Meet other experts and decision-makers
Big Ideas Shared
Digital Euro Plans: Updates from the European Central Bank
Stablecoin Projects: Including one from Wyoming, USA
Tokenization: Turning real things like property or art into digital tokens
Privacy & Safety: How to keep your data and money secure
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