European Council Backs Cap on Digital Euro Holdings

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Key Points:

European Council supports ECB’s proposed cap on digital euro holdings.
Cap aimed at preventing syphoning of traditional bank funds.
Christine Lagarde emphasizes euro as a sign of European unity.

The European Central Bank receives backing from the European Council on December 23rd to propose a limit on digital euro holdings, citing concerns over traditional bank fund siphoning.

This proposal aims to protect traditional banks and regulate digital euro use, raising concerns about stifling competition and limiting its utility in the evolving financial landscape.

ECB Moves to Cap Digital Euro Holdings Amid Bank Concerns

The European Central Bank (ECB), with backing from the European Council, is proposing a cap on the amount of digital euro holdings. This initiative is aimed at preventing a possible drain of traditional bank funds into digital currencies.

The cap serves to protect financial institutions while ensuring that digital euros are predominantly used for transactions rather than savings. The measure reflects concerns about the potential competition digital euros pose to traditional bank deposits.

Advocates like Christine Lagarde emphasize the digital euro’s role in future-proofing Europe’s monetary system. Christine Lagarde, President, European Central Bank, noted, “The euro, our shared money, is a trusted sign of European unity. We are working to make its most tangible form – euro cash – fit for the future, redesigning and modernising our banknotes and preparing for the issuance of digital cash.” Meanwhile, critics worry about its impact on competition. Piero Cipollone highlighted the project’s ability to enhance the well-being of users.

Digital Euro Progress and Its Implications on Markets

Did you know? The ECB initially began exploring digital euro options in 2020, marking a significant shift in focus from traditional banking methods.

On December 23, 2025, Ethereum (ETH) traded at $2,938.20, with a market cap of $354.63 billion. Despite a 24-hour volume spike of 17.26%, Ethereum’s price dropped 3.76% over the last day. These figures were reported by CoinMarketCap.

ethereum-daily-chart-2300 — Ethereum(ETH), daily chart, screenshot on CoinMarketCap at 16:13 UTC on December 23, 2025. *Source: CoinMarketCap*

According to Coincu research, a digital euro could significantly lower transaction costs, impacting both financial institutions and private users. Long-term regulatory strategies will be crucial in balancing innovation with existing banking structures.

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