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European Union officials are accelerating plans for a digital euro in response to the recent passage of a stablecoin law in the United States, which has raised concerns about the competitiveness of a European digital currency. The U.S. Congress approved legislation overseeing the $288 billion stablecoin market, prompting EU discussions on potentially utilizing a public … Read more
Kraken now operates seamlessly across all 30 EEA countries, unleashing compliant access to 450+ digital assets and institutional services under the EU’s powerful MiCA regulatory framework. MiCA Framework Enables Kraken to Passport Services Across Europe Crypto exchange Kraken announced on Aug. 12 that it had launched operations across all 30 nations in the European Economic … Read more
A recent report prepared by ECB officials found that cash has maintained its relevance even in the EU, with predictions of a cashless society failing to materialize. While cash usage has been slowing down in the payments arena, its adoption has grown in other ways. Study Finds Cash Is Still Somewhat King for EU Citizens … Read more
Capital B (The Blockchain Group), listed on Euronext Growth Paris, has announced a capital increase and convertible bonds issuance totaling approximately $13.3 million (€11.5 million), aimed at advancing its Bitcoin Treasury Company strategy. The capital increase, priced at around €2.90 per share, will raise approximately $5.8 million (€5 million) and is fully subscribed by TOBAM … Read more
Jürgen Schaaf, Advisor to the Senior Management of Market Infrastructure and Payments at the ECB, has warned about the potential impact of stablecoins in Europe, claiming that they could weaken the banking system by diverting deposits to decentralized alternatives. ECB Adviser Jürgen Schaaf Warns About Potential Erosion of the Banking System by Stablecoins European authorities … Read more
The Trump Administration has finally reached a trade deal with the EU, allowing U.S. products to enter European markets without paying tariffs. In addition, EU exports to the U.S. will incur a 15% tariff, with the EU also committing to allocate hundreds of billions for U.S.-sourced energy and investments. ‘Biggest of Them All:’ Trump Reaches … Read more
Ripple has reportedly applied for a license in Luxembourg to introduce its Ripple USD stablecoin in Europe. If granted, the permit would allow the stablecoin to operate across the European Union (EU). Ripple Seeks RLUSD Entrance to Europe Through Luxembourg Ripple, one of the largest payment-driven companies in the cryptocurrency world, is reportedly making moves … Read more
President Trump published two new letters on Truth Social, enacting 30% tariffs on the EU and Mexico, effective August 1st. The repercussions of these tariffs could be significant if ultimately enacted, as Mexico and the EU are major trade partners of the U.S. Trump Imposes 30% Tariffs on the EU and Mexico The Trump Administration … Read more
Lagarde stated that the rise of stablecoin adoption has introduced other risks, as it weakens sovereignty and reduces the ability to conduct monetary policy. She emphasized that, as they currently stand, stablecoins should not be treated as money. ECB President Christine Lagarde Warns About the Dangers of Stablecoin Adoption The rise in stablecoin adoption is … Read more
On July 1, 2025, Paxos officially launched the Global Dollar (USDG), a fully regulated USD-backed stablecoin, in the European Union (EU). Compliant with the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation and overseen by the Finnish Financial Supervisory Authority and the Monetary Authority of Singapore, USDG is designed to meet the increasing demand for stablecoins in … Read more
