A smart contract is a self-executing contract with the terms of the agreement directly written into code. These digital agreements run on blockchain technology, ensuring transparency, security, and data integrity.

In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, ERC-20 has emerged as a fundamental building block. ERC-20 has become the most widely used token standard in the cryptocurrency space, facilitating the seamless integration of new tokens and enhancing the overall functionality of decentralized applications.

A crypto bull run refers to a sustained period during which cryptocurrency prices rise significantly, driven by strong investor confidence and positive market sentiment.

Euro stablecoins have surged to an all-time high in trading volume, according to a recent report by Kaiko. This significant milestone highlights the growing demand and acceptance of Euro stablecoins in the digital currency market.

StablR, the efficient, secure, and transparent Euro-denominated stablecoin provider, has revealed that it was granted its Electronic Money Institution (EMI) License on Monday 1 July. Regulated in Malta, StablR is now issuing its fully MiCAR-compliant stablecoin, EURR, marking a major milestone in its commitment to regulatory compliance and market leadership.

Stablecoins are no stranger to crypto investors, though this market is about to go through major changes. Euro stablecoins are on track to becoming a force to deal with, thanks to MiCAR and established players in TradFi. USD-based stablecoins will have to navigate the EU legal landscape to survive, with some already planning their exit. In this article, we’ll take you through the ins and outs of stablecoins and how Euro stablecoins represent an interesting investment opportunity for consumers across the world. 

Markets in Crypto Assets regulations (MiCAR) are set to challenge the domination of USD stablecoins, according to experts. Euro stablecoins are set to thrive in this new climate, while USD stablecoin issuers will have to navigate the EU legal landscape to survive. Will this lead to a mass exodus of USD-backed stablecoins in Europe? Read on to find out. 

In April 2024, Ethereum’s trading volume experienced an unprecedented surge, reaching almost $1.2 billion, primarily driven by the increased usage of DAI, a USD-backed stablecoin. This remarkable growth highlights the evolving dynamics of the cryptocurrency market, where stablecoins are playing an increasingly pivotal role in trading activities.

On April 10, 2024, StablR’s CEO, Gijs op de Weegh, was present at the Paris Blockchain Week. Together with Stablecoin Standard and experts from KYAX and Damex.io, we were part of an interesting panel discussion about the future of finance on-chain. 

The conception of cryptocurrency represents a new era of decentralized finance for consumers, a profitable avenue yet plagued with a lack of regulation. In Europe, this is no longer the case, as the European Parliament and European Council introduced Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulations (MiCAR), a world-first crypto regulation that provides more certainty and protection for investors and consumers across the European Union.