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Original Term End
The scheduled conclusion of Lagarde's eight-year mandate.
Exit Reports
Reports emerge suggesting Lagarde is considering an early departure.
Digital Euro Prep
The ECB launches the two-year preparation phase for the Digital Euro.
Term Begins
Christine Lagarde takes office as the first female President of the ECB.
Brevan Howard’s flagship BH Digital Asset Fund recorded a 29.5% loss in 2025, significantly underperforming Bitcoin’s 6% decline. The drawdown marks the worst annual performance for the institutional crypto vehicle since its 2021 launch, raising questions about active management strategies.
Reports of an early departure by ECB President Christine Lagarde have sparked intense speculation regarding the future of Eurozone monetary policy and the Digital Euro. While the ECB maintains that no formal decision has been reached, a leadership transition could significantly alter the trajectory of CBDC implementation and crypto-asset regulation.