ECB Rebuffs Proposals to Boost Euro Stablecoins Citing Risks
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- The European Central Bank warned EU finance ministers on May 22 that euro-denominated stablecoins could reduce bank lending, make deposits more volatile, and hamper the ECB's ability to control interest rates and monetary policy.
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The European Central Bank turned down ideas for euro digital coins that hold a steady value, saying they might weaken regular banks and limit the central bank's control over the economy. Everyday investors in Europe may see slower rollout of such new digital options and continued reliance on traditional banks for now.
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