Tether Bolsters EU Compliance with Hadron and Quantoz Stablecoins Amid Delisting Concerns

Tether, the issuer of the world's largest stablecoin, USDT, has taken steps to address regulatory compliance hurdles in Europe, particularly in relation to the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework. The company has announced its commitment to pushing its tokenization platform, Hadron, and its investment in Quantoz, a Dutch company that has launched two MiCA-compliant stablecoins, EURQ and USDQ.
Hadron serves as a tokenization platform, enabling the creation of digital assets such as stocks, bonds, stablecoins, and loyalty rewards. Meanwhile, Quantoz's MiCA-compliant stablecoins, EURQ and USDQ, are seen as a strategic move by Tether to comply with the EU's regulatory requirements. Tether's focus on regulatory compliance and innovation is evident in these efforts, as the company seeks to ensure that USDT remains a vital financial tool for global users despite shifting market conditions in Europe.
Tether's announcement comes amidst growing concerns over the rapid delisting of USDT from European exchanges due to MiCA regulations. Crypto.com recently announced that it would delist USDT and nine other non-compliant tokens by January 31, following Coinbase's decision to remove USDT from its European platform last year. Tether has criticized the pace of these actions, arguing that they lack proper justification and could disrupt the market. The company has also raised concerns that these regulatory changes could introduce new consumer risks by creating market instability, particularly as MiCA is still in its early implementation phase.
Tether has emphasized the unique nature of Europe's stablecoin market, where demand for USD-backed assets remains relatively low compared to other regions. The company has consistently expressed that some aspects of MiCA make the operation of EU-licensed stablecoins more complex and potentially introduce new risks. As Tether continues to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape in Europe, it remains committed to ensuring the stability and accessibility of USDT for its users worldwide.

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