EURC in the spotlight: latest news

The Costa Blanca has embraced the Christmas spirit for several weeks, with vibrant lights, colors, and decorations adorning every corner of the region to celebrate the festive season.

Spain is expected to face a winter storm starting the evening of December 25 and continuing through December 26, bringing cold temperatures and challenging weather conditions.

North Macedonia's Capital Banka has increased its capital by 1 million euros (approximately $1.2 million) through a private placement, as reported by the country's Central Securities.

Operation Vulcano led to the arrest of a counterfeiter in Rome, and authorities dismantled an illegal euro printing press. The operation uncovered counterfeit currency estimated at one million euros.

Mercedes-Benz India plans to implement quarterly price increases in 2026 to address the depreciation of the rupee against the euro, with anticipated individual hikes of approximately 2%.

Bosnia and Herzegovina's coal mining and energy company RiTE Ugljevik announced on Wednesday that it has successfully raised 20 million marka, equivalent to approximately $12.1 million or 10.2 million euros.

JD.com confirmed that a theft occurred at one of its warehouses in the Paris region of France, and local police have initiated an investigation into the incident. The company denied reports of a loss amounting to 37 million euros.

Mazarron is showcasing "Un Mundo de Papel," an innovative exhibition that transforms discarded books into sustainable art pieces. The exhibition will be open to the public until January 24, 2026.

Circle announced in its 2025 review that the market capitalization of USDC is expected to increase by 75%, reaching approximately $44 billion. Additionally, the EURC market cap is projected to surpass 300 million euros, while the asset scale of USYC is anticipated to grow to 1.54 billion dollars by December 23, 2025.

Circle has announced that its euro stablecoin, EURC, has reached a circulation milestone of €300 million. This achievement underscores the stablecoin's compliance with the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, as well as the increasing demand for euro-backed stablecoins in the global digital economy.

EUR/USD has recorded positive gains for two consecutive days, reaching its highest point since late September, surpassing the 1.1800 mark during the Asian trading session.

The Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor issued a warning on Monday, stating that Israel is using winter conditions as a means to exacerbate the suffering of Palestinians.

Bulgaria is set to join the Eurozone as its 21st member on January 1, 2026. The European Central Bank will commemorate this milestone with a light display in Frankfurt, showcasing Bulgarian euro coins.

Bulgaria is preparing to adopt the Euro on January 1, 2026. However, many citizens, particularly those in poorer and rural areas, are concerned about the potential impacts of this currency transition.

Ethereum continues to lead the tokenized Euro market, holding a 50% share. It is also the top blockchain in terms of total value locked, with almost $69 billion currently allocated to decentralized finance applications.

The Spanish government announced that social security contributions for self-employed workers, known as autónomos, will remain unchanged in 2026.

The EU Council has established its negotiating position on the implementation of a digital euro while also reinforcing the legal tender status of cash.

Circle has announced that the circulation of its Euro stablecoin, EURC, has surpassed 300 million. The company reported that demand for the stablecoin continues to grow in the market.

The European Council has supported the European Central Bank's plans for a digital euro, recommending strict limits on holdings to prevent destabilizing banks and ensure that the central bank digital currency does not become merely a 'store of value.'

According to official data from Circle, the circulating supply of the euro stablecoin EURC has surpassed 300 million, reflecting increasing demand.

Circle has introduced the EURC stablecoin, which is fully reserved and compliant with the MiCA regulations. This euro stablecoin is designed for real-time payments and global transactions.