Binance Delisting Non-MiCA Stablecoins in Europe USDT, DAI, PAXG & More

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Binance, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, has announced plans to delist nine stablecoins in Europe by March 31 to comply with new European Union regulations. While users in the EEA will no longer be able to trade these stablecoins, Binance will continue to offer custody and conversion services.

Binance Delisting 9 Non-MiCA stablecoins

The European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations aim to bring stricter oversight to cryptocurrencies, particularly stablecoins. In response to this, Binance has announced changes to its platform for users in the European Economic Area (EEA).

Starting from March 31, Binance will restrict trading for non-MiCA-compliant stablecoins, affecting major assets like:

• USDT (Tether)
• FDUSD
• TUSD
• USDP
• DAI
• AEUR
• UST
• USTC
• PAXG

After this date, spot trading pairs involving these stablecoins will be completely removed, meaning users in the EEA will no longer be able to buy or sell them through Binance’s spot market. 

What Happens to Existing Stablecoin Holdings?

Although trading will be restricted, Binance has assured users that they can still hold, convert, and withdraw their non-compliant stablecoins. 

To comply with regulations, Binance is encouraging users to convert these assets into approved alternatives, such as USDC (issued by Circle) or Eurite (EURI), or into fiat currencies like the euro. These stablecoins meet MiCA’s requirements and will remain available for trading on the platform.

Binance is also advising users to take proactive steps to transition any holdings under Binance Earn, Dual Investment, and Binance Loans from non-compliant stablecoins to MiCA-approved ones before the March 31 deadline.

Binance’s Compliance Efforts

The decision to delist these stablecoins aligns with Binance’s broader strategy to comply with MiCA regulations. The exchange has been making adjustments to its operations across Europe, including modifying its deposit and withdrawal procedures in Poland earlier this year. 

Binance is still working towards obtaining a MiCA license, which would allow it to continue operating in full compliance with the new regulatory framework.