Europe Crypto and MiCA Timeline 2026: Licences, Banks and Tokenized Assets
A dated timeline of MiCA licensing, European bank and fintech crypto rollouts, tokenized asset issuance and diverging national tax policy across the EU and UK.
Europe & MiCA
MiCA licensing, CASP approvals, the digital euro and everything reshaping money in Europe.
Aave Labs Secures MiCA Authorization in Ireland to Launch Regulated Stablecoin Ramps
Aave Labs has become one of the first major decentralized finance (DeFi) entities to achieve authorization under the European Union‘s new Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. This approval, granted by the Central Bank of Ireland to its subsidiary, Push Virtual Assets Ireland Limited, allows Aave to offer regulated fiat-to-crypto conversion services across the European Economic Area (EEA). … Read more
U.S. House Passes Temporary Funding Bill, Averting Shutdown; EU Enhances MiCA Oversight
The U.S. House of Representatives has successfully passed a temporary funding bill that will ensure the continued operation of federal government agencies. According to a White House announcement, President Trump is scheduled to sign the legislation at 9:45 p.m. ET, officially averting a potential government shutdown. The bill maintains federal operations and budgets but does … Read more
Zerohash Secures Landmark EU MiCA License as Mastercard Acquisition Rumors Swirl
Stablecoin infrastructure provider Zerohash has become one of the first companies to secure a license under the European Union’s landmark Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA). This allows the firm to offer stablecoin and crypto services across all 30 European Economic Area (EEA) countries. Key Developments MiCA Approval: Zerohash Europe announced it received a license from … Read more
France’s National Assembly Rejects Digital Euro, Endorses Bitcoin and Stablecoins in a Bold Monetary Shift
French lawmakers have taken a significant step against the European Central Bank’s (ECB) plans for a digital euro, adopting a resolution that calls for the French government to reject the CBDC. Introduced by members of the Union of the Right for the Republic (UDR), the resolution champions a pro-crypto national strategy centered on Bitcoin and … Read more
ClearBank Partners with Circle to Expand USDC and EURC in Europe
ClearBank, a UK-based regulated fintech bank, has signed a framework agreement with Circle Internet Financial to expand the use of the stablecoins USDC and EURC across Europe. Announced on Monday, the partnership integrates ClearBank’s regulated banking systems with Circle’s blockchain rails. The goal is to facilitate faster and cheaper cross-border transfers, showcasing how traditional financial … Read more
Revolut Secures MiCA License in Cyprus, Unleashing “Crypto 2.0” Across Europe
Fintech giant Revolut has received a crucial Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license from the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC). This strategic regulatory approval paves the way for the company to launch its enhanced “Crypto 2.0” services across 30 countries in the European Economic Area (EEA). This move significantly boosts Revolut’s position in the European … Read more
Franco-German Bank ODDO BHF Launches EUROD Stablecoin Under MiCA to Challenge USD Dominance
Europe has taken a significant step in its ambition to reduce the reliance on U.S. dollar-based stablecoins. The Franco-German banking group ODDO BHF has launched EUROD, a new euro-backed digital currency, under the region’s stringent Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulatory framework. A European Alternative ODDO BHF is acting as the direct issuer of EUROD, ensuring … Read more
Europe’s Largest Asset Manager, Amundi, Plans Bitcoin ETP Launch in 2026
Europe’s largest asset manager, Amundi, with over €2.3 trillion in assets under management, is reportedly preparing to launch its first Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded product (ETP) in early 2026. This move would make Amundi the first major European financial institution to follow the lead of U.S. giants like BlackRock, whose Bitcoin ETF, IBIT, has seen massive … Read more
Circle Stablecoins Integrate with Deutsche Börse as MiCA Drives European Crypto Adoption
Circle, the issuer of the USDC and EURC stablecoins, has struck a major partnership with the Deutsche Börse Group, bringing regulated digital currencies into the core of Europe’s traditional financial infrastructure. Key Details of the Partnership Focus: The collaboration will initially focus on Circle’s euro-linked EURC and dollar-linked USDC. Trading Platform: These stablecoins are slated … Read more