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ECB has reportedly stepped up its challenge against Visa (V) and MasterCard (MA), by agreeing to tech rules that will allow the introduction of a digital euro, FT reports

The ECB's commitment to establishing tech rules for a digital euro signals a significant regulatory push against Visa and MasterCard, potentially reshaping the payment landscape in Europe.

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This move could challenge the dominance of traditional card networks and pave the way for increased competition in digital payments, impacting the revenues of payment processors and the broader financial services sector.

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