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ECB's Villeroy Says US Crypto Support Sows Seeds of Future Shock


Published on 2025-03-16 04:41:13 - Bloomberg
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  • European Central Bank Governing Council member Francois Villeroy de Galhau said the US risks bringing about the next financial emergency through its support of cryptocurrencies and non-bank finance.

François Villeroy de Galhau, the Governor of the Bank of France and a member of the European Central Bank's Governing Council, has expressed concerns about the U.S. approach to cryptocurrency regulation, suggesting that it could lead to future financial instability. In his comments, Villeroy criticized the U.S. for what he perceives as a more lenient regulatory environment towards cryptocurrencies, which he believes could foster speculative bubbles and financial risks. He emphasized the need for a robust regulatory framework to manage the risks associated with digital assets, highlighting the potential for these assets to disrupt financial stability if not properly managed. His remarks come at a time when global financial authorities are grappling with how to integrate cryptocurrencies into the existing financial system while mitigating their inherent risks.

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