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Policy

EU Seeks to Transfer Crypto Oversight to Bloc's Securities and Markets Authority

The European Commission wants to get rid of fragmentation from differing supervisory approaches in member states.

The Qivalis venture aims to release a stablecoin that complies with the EU's MiCA regulations. (Christian Lue / Unsplash / Modified by CoinDesk)

Policy

Pooled Order Books in the Crosshairs as EU Regulators Look to Tighten MiCA Oversight

The European Securities and Markets Authority is preparing to take greater, more centralized control of crypto regulation across the 27-country trading block, according to reports.

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Opinion

Crypto Regulators Must Adapt Quickly to Stay Globally Competitive

MiCA has given Europe a uniquely strong position to establish the regulatory gold standard for crypto, says Malta Financial Services Authority CEO Kenneth Farrugia, but regulators must work quickly and collaboratively to preserve the region’s advantage.

The Qivalis venture aims to release a stablecoin that complies with the EU's MiCA regulations. (Christian Lue / Unsplash / Modified by CoinDesk)

Policy

Revolut Secures MiCA License in Cyprus, Expanding Regulated Crypto Services Across EU

Fintech giant gains CySEC approval to offer compliant crypto trading across 30 EEA markets under MiCA

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Policy

France, Austria and Italy Urge Stronger EU Oversight of Crypto Markets Under MiCA

Regulators seek direct ESMA supervision and tighter rules on non-EU platforms to boost investor protection.

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Finance

Crypto Exchange Gemini Expands EU Offering With Staking, Perpetuals

The new staking service allows users to earn rewards on ether and solana with no minimum amount required.

Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss at the White House on July 18, 2025. (Jesse Hamilton/CoinDesk)

Policy

Digital Euro a Necessary Tool During Major Disruptions, Says ECB

A Eurozone CBDC could provide business continuity in the event of a cyberattack on banks or other payment providers

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Policy

ECB President Lagarde Calls for Firm Safeguards on Foreign Stablecoins

Stablecoins should comply with the bloc’s regulatory standards before operating on EU soil, Lagarde argued.

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Finance

Assetera Opens Tokenized Securities Market to Crypto Exchanges With MiFID-Compliant API

Assetera’s new API lets crypto exchanges offer tokenized stocks and bonds across Europe without a license.

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Policy

ECB Says U.S.-Backed Stablecoin Use in EU Could Weaken Its Monetary Autonomy

U.S. dollar stablecoins will cement their dominance unless alternatives like the digital euro arise, an adviser to the European Central Bank said.

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