DEA Quarterly Insights: Shaping the Future of Digital Money | Q3 2024

Welcome to the latest edition of the Digital Euro Association's Quarterly Insights! 

This comprehensive blog post presents a concise overview of our association's activities and achievements over the past three months. As we continue to navigate the ever-changing landscape of digital money, this summary highlights our strides in promoting financial innovation, fostering education, and exploring groundbreaking initiatives.

Join us on this exciting journey as we delve into the key milestones and accomplishments that shape the future of digital money!

New Members 

In Q3 2024, the DEA welcomed the Global Blockchain Business Council as its newest strategic member.

Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC) is the largest leading industry association for the blockchain technology and digital assets community. Launched in Davos in 2017, GBBC is a Swiss-based non-profit, with more than 500 institutional members, and 301 Ambassadors across 117 jurisdictions and disciplines.

Distinguished People and Public Affairs

Key Insights from Our Discussions with Dr. Joachim Schwerin of the EU Commission

In recent meetings with Dr. Joachim Schwerin, a key figure from the European Commission, we explored the current state of the Digital Euro and identified several key action areas for the DEA. These strategic points will guide our ongoing efforts in shaping the future of digital currencies within Europe:

1. Clearer DEA Mission: We’re refining our dual role as a think tank and interest group, supported by a strategic mission and communication plan.

2. Blockchain-Based Retail Euro: Advocating for decentralization, privacy, and security in a blockchain-based retail Digital Euro through position papers.

3. Privacy in Blockchain: Leading discussions on privacy-preserving blockchain solutions by hosting expert panels.

4. Wholesale CBDC: Examine the pros and cons of allowing large enterprises access to T2 in wholesale CBDC settlements through a position paper.

5. Engagement with EU Standards: Actively participating in European standardization efforts to ensure DEA’s interests are represented.

These steps position the DEA to influence the future of the Digital Euro and strengthen our role in Europe’s digital finance ecosystem.

DEA Events 

Digital Euro Conference 2025

In August, the DEA proudly launched the official website for the Digital Euro Conference 2025! The one-stop destination for everything DEC25, the site features the latest updates on speakers, the full agenda, partnership and sponsorship opportunities, and so much more.

Explore all the event details here: https://digital-euro-conference.de/en/ 

Events DEA attended

In the month of July, DEA had the opportunity to participate in the following events:

• Point Zero Forum 

August:

• Crypto Mondays Caribbean
  Panel Discussion: Catalyzing Change: Blockchain and Web3 Pitfalls and Potentials

September:

• CBDC Conference 2024
  Panel Discussion: Offline Payment with CBDC
  Panel Discussion: CBDC Design and Policy Considerations
  Plenary Session: Settlement options to integrate central bank money into tokenized markets; Function before form: Assumptions to avoid when designing retail CBDC systems; From Siloed Ledgers to Unified Multi-asset Ledger Paradigm – Practical Solutions for Scalability and Interoperability 

DEA Videos

Digital Euro Conference 2025

The Digital Euro Conference 2025 (#DEC25) will take place in Frankfurt on March 27th, uniting central bankers, the financial sector and industry experts, technology providers, corporate leaders, and entrepreneurs. This event will delve into the latest trends in CBDCs, stablecoins, and commercial bank money tokens, offering a glimpse into what the future of money will look like.

More details: https://digital-euro-conference.de/en/  

🌟 Free online tickets for the DEA Community (code: DECFREEONLINE)

🎟️ Claim your ticket here: https://DEADEC25.eventbrite.de 

Watch the DEC25 official trailer 👇

DEA Podcast

This Month in Digital Money - July 2024

Join Conrad and Tamara from the Digital Euro Association as they discuss the latest developments in digital money, including SocGen Forge's e-money license for EURCV stablecoin and Hong Kong's new stablecoin licensing regime.

Listen to the episode here: https://dea-podcast.podigee.io/64-new-episode  

This Month in Digital Money - August 2024

Join Conrad, Tamara, and Kaan from the Digital Euro Association as they discuss the latest news on digital money, including Wyoming's plans for a state-backed stablecoin and New Zealand's progress on a CBDC.

Listen to the episode here: https://dea-podcast.podigee.io/65-new-episode 

This Month in Digital Money - September 2024

Join Conrad, Tamara, and Kaan from the Digital Euro Association for an insightful discussion on the latest developments in the world of digital currencies. In this episode, they dive into Japan's top three banks adopting stablecoins and analyze Canada's recent decision to halt its plans for a central bank digital currency (CBDC).

Listen to the episode here: https://dea-podcast.podigee.io/66-neue-episode 

The DEA remains committed to pioneering the future of digital money, driven by innovation, collaboration, and a shared vision of a digitally empowered world. As we look ahead to the next quarter, we are excited to embark on new endeavors, expand our horizons, and continue making a positive impact. Thank you for being a part of our journey!

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