Awareness of the digital euro in Ireland is below the European average, a survey has found, highlighting a need for more communication. While just over half (53.2pc) of people in the eurozone were aware of the digital euro last August, according to a new survey, the figure was 48.9pc for Ireland. Irish people are the fourth most willing to try out the digital euro, however. The ECB survey found that men and older people have a higher awareness of the digital euro, and more willingness to adopt it. “The digital euro is Europe’s best investment in strategic autonomy in payments, monetary sovereignty and societal inclusivity,” they say.

Source: Irish Independent March 27, 2026 15:48 UTC