Financing the French Industrial Rebound

As digital payments become increasingly widespread, payment systems have become a major issue of sovereignty for Europe. Today, a large share of the infrastructures and technologies used relies on American or Asian players, which weakens Europe’s economic and strategic autonomy. In a context marked by geopolitical tensions and accelerated digital transformation, the European Union is seeking to develop solutions capable of strengthening its financial resilience and control over data.

This raises questions about Europe’s ability to create independent payment networks, secure digital transactions, and build citizens’ trust. The digital euro also appears to be a strategic tool to support this independence. Finally, innovation must remain compatible with effective regulation.