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EU Risk Board Backs Ban on Multi-Issuance Stablecoins as ECB Presses Tighter Controls

The non-binding step spotlights perceived run risks from cross-border issuers due to reserve mismatches.

Overview

  • The European Systemic Risk Board recommended prohibiting stablecoins issued across multiple jurisdictions by the same entity.
  • The European Central Bank urged outright bans or far stricter oversight of multi-issuance structures to close regulatory gaps.
  • Officials warned that such designs can create reserve mismatches and concentrated redemptions that threaten financial stability.
  • The ESRB recommendation carries no legal force, leaving next steps to EU member-state authorities and potential legislative action.
  • ECB officials said EU states could decide on a digital euro by year-end, with reports suggesting a possible launch by 2029 as a longer-term response.