Legal Review and Status of Sweden's e-krona Project
While Sweden is considered a leader in Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) development with its e-krona pilot, the government is conducting a legal review to determine if the Riksbank should be granted the legislative authority to issue a digital currency.
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Sweden's proposed central bank digital currency, the e-krona, currently remains in a pilot phase.
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Swedish law currently mandates that merchants accept physical cash and tasks the Riksbank with maintaining cash infrastructure.
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Sweden is recognized as one of the advanced economies at the forefront of the movement toward Central Bank Digital Currencies.
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As of 2026, 146 countries representing over 98% of global GDP are exploring Central Bank Digital Currencies.
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The Swedish government initiated a legal review to determine if the Riksbank should have the formal power to issue a digital currency, with a report expected in late 2026.
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Point-of-sale transactions using cash in Sweden fell to below 8% according to the 2026 Riksbank Payments Report.
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The European cryptocurrency market, including Sweden, is projected to grow to $26.05 billion by 2034.