EU Crypto Regulation Heralds New Digital Currencies Era
Portfolio Pulse from European Capital Insights
The EU's Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulation introduces a new era for the crypto industry, impacting stablecoin issuers and exchanges. Coinbase plans to delist non-compliant stablecoins, while PayPal and Circle have taken steps to align with MiCA. The regulation aims to enhance consumer protection and integrate crypto into traditional finance.
October 18, 2024 | 5:13 pm
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Coinbase will delist stablecoins that do not comply with the EU's MiCA regulation, potentially affecting its service offerings in Europe.
Coinbase's decision to delist non-compliant stablecoins aligns with MiCA's requirements, which could limit its offerings but also position it well for compliance in the European market.
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PayPal has issued a MiCA-compliant stablecoin, PayPal USD, leveraging its EU banking license to access the European market.
PayPal's issuance of a MiCA-compliant stablecoin positions it to capitalize on the European market, potentially increasing its market share and revenue in the region.
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