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Wero

Last updated:

Apr 2, 2025

Launched in 2024 by the European Payments Initiative (EPI), Wero is a mobile-first digital wallet designed to provide a sovereign, pan-European alternative to existing payment systems. Developed in collaboration with major European banks, Wero aims to unify digital payments across the continent.

Key features include:​

  • Instant Payments: Send and receive money between bank accounts in under 10 seconds, 24/7.

  • User-Friendly Interface: Utilize phone numbers or email addresses for transactions, eliminating the need for IBANs.

  • QR Code Functionality: Generate and scan QR codes for seamless payments.​

  • Cross-Border Transactions: Facilitates payments across Belgium, France, and Germany, with plans to expand to other European countries.​

Alternative to:

PayPal