European Union

MiCA makes euro stablecoin market safer but less competitive
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30 April, 2026

MiCA makes euro stablecoin market safer but less competitive

MiCA rules boost euro stablecoin safety but curb competitiveness, with reforms urged on reserves and remuneration.
New Bank of Korea head prioritizes CBDCs, deposit tokens
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28 April, 2026

New Bank of Korea head prioritizes CBDCs, deposit tokens

Bank of Korea Governor Shin Hyun-song outlines priorities, backing CBDCs and tokenized deposits to globalize the won and redefine central...
EU regulator clarifies expectations ahead of MiCA deadline
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24 April, 2026

EU regulator clarifies expectations ahead of MiCA deadline

ESMA clarifies expectations ahead of the MiCA transition deadline, warning crypto firms must secure EU licenses by July 1, 2026,...
UK FCA opens consultation on crypto scope
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21 April, 2026

UK FCA opens consultation on crypto scope

The U.K.'s FCA is seekign feedback on its digital currency regulation, defining qualifying cryptoassets and stablecoins, ahead of new rules...
ECB backs centralized oversight of major crypto firms
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21 April, 2026

ECB backs centralized oversight of major crypto firms

The ECB backs plan to shift oversight of crypto firms and major cross-border markets to ESMA, supporting deeper financial market...
BoE governor urges quick action on global stablecoin standards
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20 April, 2026

BoE governor urges quick action on global stablecoin standards

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey calls for global standards on stablecoins to ensure stable value and enhance regulatory consistency.