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Crypto Exchange Gemini Says MiCA License Opens ‘Vastly Larger Market’
Cryptocurrency // August 21, 2025

Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini plans to continue growing in Europe after receiving a Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) license from the Malta Financial Services Authority. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

Coinbase and Gemini Reportedly In Line for EU Crypto Licenses
Cryptocurrency // June 15, 2025

Cryptocurrency exchanges Coinbase and Gemini are reportedly on the verge of being licensed in Europe. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

Report: Santander’s Openbank Applies for Licenses to Offer Crypto Services
Cryptocurrency // May 29, 2025

Banco Santander SA is reportedly considering offering a stablecoin and providing its digital bank’s retail clients with access to cryptocurrencies. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

Schuman Financial Integrates Euro-Backed Stablecoin With Ripple’s XRPL
Cryptocurrency // May 22, 2025

Stablecoin-based finance company Schuman Financial has integrated its EURØP coin onto Ripple’s XRP Ledger. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this...

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Crypto’s Three Priorities for 2024: Interoperability, Acceptance, Regulation

July 04, 2024
Halfway through 2024, and the cryptocurrency and blockchain space finds itself at a critical juncture.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive […]

An American Revolution — How US Crypto Policy Diverges From Rest of World

July 04, 2023
There will be no fireworks for the digital asset sector this July Fourth.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Circle Says Lack of Direct EMI Access to EU Central Bank Accounts Stifles Payments Innovation

May 19, 2023
To access central bank accounts in the European Union (EU) today, electronic money token (EMT) issuers, and by extension all electronic money institutions (EMIs), have no choice but to rely...

Euro-Denominated Stablecoins Vie for Prominence in MiCA Era

January 23, 2023
The EURM token is the latest euro-denominated stablecoin endorsed by Spain’s central bank. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Quick Reads
Crypto Exchange Gemini Says MiCA License Opens ‘Vastly Larger Market’

August 21, 2025
Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini plans to continue growing in Europe after receiving a Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) license from the Malta Financial Services Authority. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS […]

Coinbase and Gemini Reportedly In Line for EU Crypto Licenses

June 15, 2025
Cryptocurrency exchanges Coinbase and Gemini are reportedly on the verge of being licensed in Europe. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Report: Santander’s Openbank Applies for Licenses to Offer Crypto Services

May 29, 2025
Banco Santander SA is reportedly considering offering a stablecoin and providing its digital bank’s retail clients with access to cryptocurrencies. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

Schuman Financial Integrates Euro-Backed Stablecoin With Ripple’s XRPL

May 22, 2025
Stablecoin-based finance company Schuman Financial has integrated its EURØP coin onto Ripple’s XRP Ledger. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...