{"id":24919,"date":"2023-12-06T09:24:09","date_gmt":"2023-12-06T09:24:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crowdfundjunction.com\/blog\/societe-generale-debuts-controversial-stablecoin-on-bitstamp\/"},"modified":"2023-12-06T09:24:09","modified_gmt":"2023-12-06T09:24:09","slug":"societe-generale-debuts-controversial-stablecoin-on-bitstamp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/crowdfundjunction.com\/blog\/societe-generale-debuts-controversial-stablecoin-on-bitstamp\/","title":{"rendered":"Societe Generale Debuts Controversial Stablecoin on Bitstamp"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>(Originally posted on : Crypto News &#8211; iGaming.org )<\/b><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>On December 6, 2023, Societe Generale will launch EUR CoinVertible, a stablecoin, on the <a href=\"https:\/\/igaming.org\/crypto\/bitstamp-to-exit-canadian-crypto-market-amid-regulatory-changes\/\">Bitstamp cryptocurrency<\/a> market, marking a significant milestone in the financial industry.<\/p>\n<p>Jean-Marc Stenger, CEO of Societe Generale Forge, emphasized the bank\u2019s dedication to ending the dominance of current stablecoins, especially those backed by dollars, which presently account for an astounding 90% of the market. Stenger emphasized the necessity for variety in the cryptocurrency ecosystem and voiced the opinion that there is a sizable market for a stablecoin based in euros.<\/p>\n<p>Stenger proceeded to explain the bank\u2019s goals for EUR CoinVertible, emphasizing that they wanted to see it widely used in trade settlements involving digital money and bonds. By taking a different strategy from JPMorgan with its JPM Coin, this strategic move emphasizes Societe Generale\u2019s distinct position in the developing cryptocurrency market.<\/p>\n<h2>Expanding Footprint with Blockchain Bonds<\/h2>\n<p>By releasing senior preferred unsecured bonds worth close to $11 million on the Ethereum blockchain with a three-year maturity, Societe Generale has already achieved progress in the cryptocurrency market. Interestingly, in a private placement, AXA Investment Managers and Generali Investments completely subscribed to the corresponding security tokens, with AXA Investment contributing \u20ac5 million in EURCV.<\/p>\n<p>Notwithstanding these developments, the launch of the bank-controlled stablecoin has caused some anxiety among cryptocurrency enthusiasts. Critics point out that before transactions can be completed, the EURCV smart contract code needs permission from a centralized registrant, which is probably under the authority of the bank. 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Exclusive Welcome Bonus of up to $2,500<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Mason Versluis, a crypto researcher, did not mince words, advising Societe Generale to reconsider its approach, stating that the bank should \u201cstop trying to weasel\u201d into the crypto domain.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/igaming.org\/crypto\/societe-generale-debuts-controversial-stablecoin-on-bitstamp\/\">Source link <\/a><br \/>\n<br \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>(Originally posted on : Crypto News &#8211; iGaming.org ) On December 6, 2023, Societe Generale will launch EUR CoinVertible, a stablecoin, on the Bitstamp cryptocurrency market, marking a significant milestone in the financial industry. 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