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EU securities regulator gives crypto platforms 3 months to remove unauthorized stablecoins

Published

8 October 2026

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regulatory

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Crypto & Web3

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European Union

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Fusion42 · 9 October 2026 · Fusion42 review

The EU securities regulator ESMA has mandated crypto platforms to remove unauthorized stablecoins, including popular ones like USDT, within three months to comply with MiCA rules.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Crypto & Web3, and 10 sources have reported it between 30 Sep 2026 and 8 Oct 2026.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Crypto platform founders in the EU must act now to replace or remove banned stablecoins like USDT. Your compliance approach defines your market access and could force rapid product adjustments.

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10 sources · first reported 30 Sep 2026 · latest 8 Oct 2026

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