Emea news and trends

Ripple’s RLUSD Stablecoin Gains Approval From Abu Dhabi Regulator
Cryptocurrency // November 28, 2025

Ripple said Thursday (Nov. 27) that its Ripple USD (RLUSD) stablecoin is positioned for further expansion across the Middle East after receiving approval from Abu Dhabi’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Banks Warn Digital Euro Could Impede Private-Sector Payments
Cryptocurrency // November 05, 2025

The European Central Bank’s digital euro effort is reportedly facing pushback from banks and lawmakers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

Euro Banks Team to Counter ‘US-Dominated’ Stablecoin Space
Cryptocurrency // September 25, 2025

A group of Europe’s banks are teaming to develop a euro-denominated stablecoin. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

JPMorgan Bringing Digital Retail Bank to Germany in 2026
Digital Banking // September 04, 2025

J.P. Morgan is set to bring its digital retail bank Chase to Germany next year. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

Interviews & Exclusives
New Security Regulations Focus EU FIs on Third-Party Risk Management

January 17, 2025
With the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) now in effect, organizations must pivot from preparation to active compliance and ongoing risk management, Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By […]

71% of German Consumers Used a Digital Wallet in the Past Year

December 02, 2024
Digital wallets have become a key tool for German consumers, especially for online shopping and banking. Consider that 71% of consumers in Germany used a digital wallet in some way...

Visa: Embedded Lending Provides Global Tailwind for Consumers and SMBs

October 03, 2024
Embedded lending options are proving to be critical lifelines for individuals and the smallest businesses — particularly in an uncertain macro environment marked by relatively high interest rates. Get the...

UK’s Open Banking Milestone: What 10 Million Users Mean for UK’s Financial Services Future

July 29, 2024
While open banking starts to gain traction in the U.S., across the pond the banking and payments sector is celebrating milestones. Last week it celebrated ten million active users. Is...

Quick Reads
EU Banks Launch Stablecoin Venture Qivalis

December 02, 2025
Ten of Europe’s biggest banks have formed a company to launch a euro-pegged stablecoin. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing […]

Ripple’s RLUSD Stablecoin Gains Approval From Abu Dhabi Regulator

November 28, 2025
Ripple said Thursday (Nov. 27) that its Ripple USD (RLUSD) stablecoin is positioned for further expansion across the Middle East after receiving approval from Abu Dhabi’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority...

Banks Warn Digital Euro Could Impede Private-Sector Payments

November 05, 2025
The European Central Bank’s digital euro effort is reportedly facing pushback from banks and lawmakers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Euro Banks Team to Counter ‘US-Dominated’ Stablecoin Space

September 25, 2025
A group of Europe’s banks are teaming to develop a euro-denominated stablecoin. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...