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Here’s What Happened in Crypto Today

October 17, 2026, was defined by a pivot toward institutional infrastructure and regulatory maturation. Technical breakthroughs in quantum computing cast a long shadow over long-term security, but the immediate focus remained on integrating stablecoins into global payment rails and tightening oversight in European markets. Morning The European Banking Authority officially designated Circle’s USDC as the...

Oct 17, 2026 3 min read

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EBA Classifies USDC as European Regulators Tighten Stablecoin Oversight

European regulators are tightening their grip on the stablecoin sector as the industry navigates shifting institutional standards and ongoing legal hurdles. Today’s roundup examines the EBA’s landmark classification of USDC, potential index exclusions for crypto-heavy firms, and new infrastructure developments in the payment space. Europe Sets New Bar for Stablecoin Oversight The European Banking Authority...

Oct 17, 2026 4 min