ECB Unveils Accessibility Blueprint for Digital Euro App
The ECB has published the proposed accessibility features for the digital euro app, going beyond European Accessibility Act requirements and EN 301 549. The design includes enhanced visual elements, screen reader support, keyboard navigation, and cognitive accessibility measures, with testing planned during the 2027 pilot.
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