ECB outlines three models for putting central bank money onchain

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What happened

The ECB outlined three models for bringing central bank money onchain as financial institutions explore settlement infrastructure.

Key facts

  • Reported by The Block and published Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:17:39 UTC.

Why it matters

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