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European Central Bank to accept digitally issued assets as collateral from March

( January 27, 2026, 10:04 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Europe’s central banking system will start accepting assets which use distributed ledger technology as collateral for its credit operations from March 30, the ECB said on Tuesday. They must be recorded and settled in approved settlement systems and meet existing safety rules. The move supports financial innovation while keeping the principles of adequacy of collateral, safety, efficiency and a level playing field, the bank said.Press release follows....

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