The digital euro is presented as a tool of technological progress and European sovereignty, yet behind the promises of efficiency lies an ambition for deeper control over citizens. The project raises fundamental questions about the future of freedom, privacy, and equality in a digital society.

Key takeaways:

• Political Motivations: The introduction of the digital euro is more of a strategic decision than an economic necessity.
• Risk of Misuse: The combination of digital transactions, identity, and profiling could pave the way for systems of social surveillance.
• The Role of Cash: Physical money remains a crucial safeguard against both technical failure and excessive centralization of power.

Policy Paper –Jan Rovenský

The analysis is in PDF under the link below.