EU to Loosen Grip on Dollar-Backed Stablecoins

Krutika Adani

EU Prepares to Ease Stablecoin Rules

The European Commission may permit U.S.-issued stablecoins, such as USDT and USDC, to operate freely under new guidance.

USDC & USDT Gain Ground in Europe

A regulatory shift would classify foreign stablecoins as equivalent to EU-registered ones—unlocking massive utility.

Barriers to Stablecoin Adoption Falling

Previously, strict EU rules restricted dollar-pegged tokens. The upcoming change could expand usage in DeFi and trading.

Boosting Liquidity, Not Loosening Oversight

The move is strategic: increase stablecoin liquidity while maintaining MiCA’s strong regulatory standards.

A Win for Crypto Payments in Europe

Expect smoother cross-border payments, deeper DeFi integration, and wider market participation across the EU.

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