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Reg Wrap: crypto urges caution after EBA and ESCB call for tougher MiCA rules

Published

25 September 2026

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regulatory

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Crypto & Web3

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Europe

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Fusion42 · 26 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

The European Banking Authority (EBA) and the European System of Central Banks (ESCB) have called for stricter regulation of stablecoins under the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework, highlighting risks from third-country multi-issuance schemes. Blockchain industry representatives have urged lawmakers to proceed carefully to avoid unintended consequences in the crypto sector.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Crypto & Web3.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Crypto founders in Europe must prepare for tighter stablecoin rules that could restrict multi-jurisdictional issuances. This creates a compliance hurdle but also an opening to offer compliant stablecoin infrastructure.

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