EBA classifies USDC as the first significant e-money token in the EU
Primary source: European Banking Authority ↗
There are currently 45 EMTs in the European Union, which have been notified under MiCA, and USDC is the first one to be classified as being significant.
Summary
The EBA classified USDC as a significant EMT under MiCA; dual supervision applies from 12 November 2026. The EBA also signed an MoU with NYDFS.
What it means for banks
EU banks holding USDC or serving its issuer face a stricter supervisory regime for the token, including EBA oversight; it is a reference case for bank-issued EMTs reaching significance.
Analysis, not advice.
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