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According to the official announcement, Gate Europe has officially launched its staking service. Users can now stake supported assets to obtain potential returns through a more flexible and convenient on-chain earning method. At the same time, Gate Europe is also launching a limited-time reward event for users on the Gate Europe platform.The event runs from May 22, 2026, to June 6, 2026. Eligible Gate Europe users can participate in the staking event and complete designated tasks to unlock additional rewards, including cash vouchers, fee rebate vouchers, and token airdrops.This launch further reflects Gate Europe's strategic direction of continuously expanding a compliant and localized digital asset earning ecosystem in the European market. Gate is actively advancing its compliance process in Europe, and Gate Group's Malta entity, Gate Europe, has obtained European MiCA and PI licenses under the supervision of the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), further strengthening its global compliance framework. In the future, Gate Europe will continue to enhance its digital asset ecosystem in the European market.

According to Jinshi reports, ECB Governing Council member De Marco stated that the European Central Bank may need to raise interest rates in June.

According to BBX data, yesterday Blockchain.com submitted a confidential IPO application 15 years after its establishment, accelerating the expansion of traditional European trading platforms into cryptocurrency. The core dynamics are as follows:Blockchain.com Group Holdings Inc. (proposed listing) officially announced through a press release on May 21 that it has confidentially submitted a draft S-1 registration statement to the SEC on the same day, intending to issue Class A common stock. The specific number of shares and price range have yet to be determined, and the IPO timeline will depend on market conditions and the SEC review process, with a target to complete the listing by 2026. The company was founded in 2011 by three early members of the Bitcoin Forum, headquartered in Dallas, with 95 million wallets, 43 million verified users, and has processed over $1.1 trillion in cryptocurrency transactions; its products include consumer wallets and trading, institutional products and services, and it has recently expanded into the African market, launching perpetual contract trading through the Hyperliquid protocol; it has about 500 employees, and Bloomberg cited sources: it has been profitable for three consecutive years after adjustments; Series E financing in 2023 raised $110 million, with a valuation of approximately $7 billion (significantly down from the peak of $14 billion in 2022).IG Group Holdings plc (LSE: $IGG) announced on May 21 through an official statement from CoinDesk that its European division IG Europe GmbH will expand its cryptocurrency spot trading services across the EU through a partnership with the Vienna-based cryptocurrency exchange Bitpanda (privately held, holding regulatory licenses from Germany's BaFin and Malta's MiCA), with Bitpanda providing liquidity, trading connections, and comprehensive market data infrastructure support; IG Group's revenue for Q1 2026 is £331.2 million (approximately $445 million), with cryptocurrency spot trading contributing £2.4 million (approximately $3.2 million), accounting for about 0.7% of revenue; the company has around 1.3 million customers globally and is one of the few traditional financial platforms clearly positioned in cryptocurrency spot trading among the constituents of the FTSE 100 index on the London Stock Exchange. The specific timeline for this expansion has not been disclosed.

According to Fireblocks' "2025 Stablecoin Status Report," the trading volume of euro stablecoins processed by retail virtual asset service providers (VASP) has grown 12 times in 15 months, reaching $777 million.European banks and fintech companies are accelerating the production and deployment of compliant stablecoins following the implementation of the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA). Banking Circle and SG-Forge have become pioneers of MiCA-compliant stablecoins, launching euro-backed digital assets EURI and EURCV, respectively, both of which are currently expanding their production operations.This growth reflects a broader transformation of the European digital asset infrastructure, as banks have moved from pilot projects to building production systems for tokenized assets and stablecoin payment rails. Fireblocks' research indicates that European banks view stablecoins and tokenized asset infrastructure as key components of their 2026 roadmap, with MiCA compliance reducing regulatory uncertainty and accelerating the deployment process.

The globally leading cryptocurrency trading platform Gate held an offline high-end reception titled "Gate x Inter XIII: Champion's Circle" on May 21 in Milan, Italy at Sublime Milano.The event invited nearly a hundred core guests to engage in deep interaction and communication around the championship moments of Inter Milan and the theme of Gate's thirteenth anniversary. During the event, guests visited the Inter Milan headquarters to view the championship trophy tour, participated in the Gate thirteenth anniversary celebration ceremony, and sang birthday wishes together with legendary football stars.In the interactive session, there was also an opportunity for autographs and photos, along with a pizza and drinks networking reception, further strengthening the community connections among guests. At the end of the event, Gate Europe CEO Giovanni Cunti personally delivered a speech, expressing sincere gratitude for the long-term support of community members and demonstrating Gate's firm determination to deepen its presence in the European market through high-profile sports cross-industry collaborations.Leveraging the championship heat and global attention of Inter Milan's "double crown" this season, Gate is enhancing the real connection between the brand and users through offline deep experiences and interactions with top sports IPs. Previously, Gate Europe CEO Giovanni Cunti attended the Malta Digital Assets Forum 2026 roundtable discussion on May 14, sharing insights on regulatory practices and industry development trends following the implementation of MiCA. Gate is promoting the integration of Web3 culture in broader scenarios through a dual strategy of sports IP collaboration and compliance dialogue in Europe.

According to The Block, large trading firm IG Europe has partnered with Bitpanda to expand its digital asset business in the European Union. IG Europe has taken several measures in recent months to grow its cryptocurrency business, including acquiring the Australian cryptocurrency exchange Independent Reserve and obtaining a MiCA license, allowing it to offer cryptocurrency products and services across the EU.IG also sold its futures trading platform Small Exchange Inc, which it acquired in 2023, to Kraken. IG Europe GmbH is the European subsidiary of the large online trading company IG Group, headquartered in the UK, and is regulated by the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) in Germany. Bitpanda, founded in 2014, is one of the cryptocurrency exchanges in Europe, and the company is considering going public this year.

According to Gate market data, the European Stoxx 600 index has increased by 1.9%, reaching a new intraday high.

According to Jinshi reports, sources indicate that the European Central Bank may have an uncertain stance on July's policy. As the inflation outlook shifts towards a negative scenario, the possibility of the European Central Bank raising interest rates in June is very high.

Gate Europe CEO Dr. Giovanni Cunti attended the VI3NNA Congress 2026 and delivered a keynote speech titled "The Role of Exchanges and Stablecoins." The conference was held from May 19 to 20 in Vienna, Austria, bringing together industry representatives from Web3, AI, finance, and regulation to discuss the future development direction of the European digital economy.Giovanni Cunti's speech analyzed the popularization of stablecoin applications, industry development trends, and how blockchain financial infrastructure is gradually reshaping the traditional financial market landscape. It focused on how crypto asset service providers, including Gate Europe, are transitioning from meeting user needs to playing a key role in driving industry structure and future market development. In addition to the keynote speech, Giovanni Cunti also participated in several roundtable discussions, engaging with policymakers, financial institutions, investors, and industry innovators on topics such as digital asset regulation, infrastructure development, and real market implementation.Currently, Gate's Malta company, Gate Europe, has obtained European MiCA and PI licenses under the regulation of the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA). As the industry continues to move towards compliance and institutional development, Gate is actively participating in global key industry dialogues and promoting the long-term development of the digital asset ecosystem.

According to the Financial Times, the Amsterdam company Qivalis has secured support from 37 European banks, including BNP Paribas, ING, and UniCredit, for its yet-to-be-launched euro stablecoin, making it the single euro stablecoin project with the most supporters in Europe.New supporters include ABN AMRO, Intesa Sanpaolo, and Rabobank. Qivalis has applied for a license from the Dutch central bank, aiming to receive approval in the second half of this year and plans to complete operational preparations upon receiving the license.

According to the Financial Times, Amsterdam-based Qivalis has secured support from 37 European banks for its yet-to-be-launched stablecoin, including BNP Paribas, ING Group, and UniCredit. The newly added 25 banks include ING Bank, Banco di San Paolo, and Rabobank.As executives and policymakers increasingly worry about the implications of the dollar's dominance in the crypto market, the support garnered by this single euro stablecoin project makes it the most supported stablecoin project in Europe. Qivalis has applied for a license from the Dutch central bank, hoping to obtain it in the second half of this year and aims to be operational when the license is issued.

According to Gate market data, the euro against the US dollar EUR/USD has fallen more than 0.5% during the day, with the current exchange rate at 1.1597.

Cryptocurrency infrastructure service provider Zerohash Europe has obtained an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license issued by the Dutch central bank, becoming the first company to hold both the EU MiCA cryptocurrency license and full EMI qualifications.Zerohash previously obtained the MiCA license from the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets in October 2025, allowing it to provide cryptocurrency asset services across the EU. With the acquisition of the EMI license, the company will be able to handle both cryptocurrency asset services and traditional electronic money circulation, particularly suitable for stablecoin-related payment and settlement scenarios.The European Banking Authority has previously clarified that some stablecoin fund flows may be considered electronic money business, thus requiring relevant institutions to obtain an additional EMI license. Zerohash stated that the dual-license structure will enable it to provide compliant infrastructure for banks, brokerages, fintech companies, payment service providers, and enterprise platforms in the European market.

According to Jinshi News, European stocks have turned to gains, with the UK's FTSE 100 index and Germany's DAX30 index both rising by more than 1%, while the Euro Stoxx 50 index and Spain's IBEX35 index have increased by 0.8%.

According to Jinshi reports, major European stock indices opened lower, with the Euro Stoxx 50 index and the French CAC 40 index both falling over 1%, the German DAX index down 0.74%, and the UK FTSE 100 index down 0.39%.

According to Jinshi News, European stock index futures are declining, with the Stoxx 50 index futures down 0.6% and the German DAX index futures down 0.7%.

According to Jinshi reports, major European stock indices continued to decline, with the German DAX30 index and the Italian FTSE MIB index falling more than 2%, the UK FTSE 100 index and the Euro Stoxx 50 index dropping nearly 2%, and the French CAC40 index down 1.6%.

According to Jinshi News, European stocks opened lower, with the German DAX30 index falling 1.03% at the opening, the Euro Stoxx 50 index down 1.04%, the French CAC40 index down 0.98%, and the UK FTSE 100 index down 0.79%.

According to official news, Gate Europe CEO Giovanni Cunti attended the Digital Assets Forum 2026 held in Malta on May 14 and participated in a roundtable discussion titled "Do We Need a MiCA 2.0? The Industry's Perspective," alongside OKX CEO Erald Ghoos, Crypto.com Executive Vice President Mariana Kushev, and Blockchain.com Non-Executive Director and European Policy Advisor Giles Swan. They discussed the regulatory practices, industry opportunities, and future development directions of the European crypto industry following the implementation of MiCA.Giovanni shared the phased achievements of Gate Europe in advancing the compliance process in Europe, as well as the challenges and opportunities the industry faces under the MiCA framework. He stated that Gate will continue to be at the forefront of compliant crypto asset service providers in Europe and actively promote the standardized development of the industry.As an important forum focusing on European digital asset regulation and industry trends, the Digital Assets Forum 2026 gathered regulators, industry executives, and practitioners to review the key progress made in the 18 months since the implementation of MiCA. Currently, Gate's Malta company, Gate Europe, has obtained European MiCA and PI licenses under the supervision of the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA). As the European digital asset regulatory framework matures, Gate is deepening its compliance layout in the European market and enhancing its influence in the global digital asset industry through active participation in industry dialogue and regulatory practices.

According to Gate market data, the euro against the US dollar (EUR/USD) fell to 1.1652, reaching its lowest level since April 9.