Bank of England Defends Temporary Stablecoin Caps as Stability Measure
The Bank of England has clarified that its proposed limits on stablecoin holdings are temporary, aimed at safeguarding financial stability. Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden emphasized the caps—£10,000-£20,000 for individuals and £10 million for businesses—are designed to prevent disruptive outflows from the banking sector.
Critics argue the move could stifle the UK's ambition to become a crypto hub, potentially diverting innovation to more lenient jurisdictions. A consultation to refine the rules is slated for late 2025.