European Central Bank (@ecb) President Christine Lagarde confirmed a 12-month digital euro pilot planned for late 2027, aimed at protecting Europe’s monetary autonomy. Full rollout needs EU approval. #Update #CBDC
The Eurosystem has initiated a digital euro innovation program, accepting applications until Nov. 9, 2026, to explore AI in payments and other features for testing in 2027. #Update #Crypto
The European Central Bank (ECB) is exploring linking its TIPS platform with Brazil’s Pix for faster, cheaper EU-Brazil payments, reducing SWIFT reliance. #Update #Finance
The ECB and EU central banks propose removing MiCA’s requirement for stablecoin issuers to hold 30%-60% of reserves in bank deposits, citing risks of mass redemptions affecting banks. #Update #Crypto $USDT
The European Central Bank and national central banks propose extending the ban on stablecoin yield offerings to include crypto lending and staking, emphasizing electronic money’s role in payments. #Update #Crypto $USDC
The European Central Bank launched Pontes on Sept. 21, connecting tokenized assets to central bank settlement, potentially accelerating institutional tokenization. #Update #Finance
The European Central Bank plans to invest in tokenized securities, utilizing the new Pontes platform for transactions, marking a significant step towards integrating blockchain in finance. #Update #Crypto $EUR
The European Central Bank launched Pontes, a platform for banks to settle tokenized-asset transactions in central-bank money, enhancing Europe’s tokenized financial markets. #Update #Crypto $EUR
ECB President Christine Lagarde urged Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis to block @Binance’s MiCA application, leading to its withdrawal in June. HCMC denies any interference. #Update #Crypto $BNB
@Binance is pursuing MiCA authorization in Europe after withdrawing its Greek application, following ESMA’s advice to national regulators over past compliance issues. #Update #Crypto $BNB
The European Central Bank (ECB) invites euro zone merchants to join a digital euro pilot, testing technology and user experience ahead of a potential 2029 launch. #Update #Crypto $EUR
The European Central Bank’s report on the digital euro preparation phase highlights offline functionality, privacy mechanisms, and holding limits but lacks final issuance approval. #Update #Crypto
Gold has overtaken U.S. Treasury bonds in global reserves for the first time, driven by geopolitical tensions and central bank purchases, prompting discussions on cryptocurrency’s role in reserve allocations. #Update #Crypto $BTC
Gold now comprises 27% of global official reserves, surpassing U.S. Treasuries at 22%, driven by valuation gains amid geopolitical risks, according to the ECB. #Update #Finance
