defiNovember 13, 2026
Coinbase Warns of Risks From Tightening EU DeFi Regulation
Coinbase's head of European regulatory policy, Ruuland van der Stappen, said new EU requirements could push DeFi users toward less protected platforms. The statement was reported by Coinbase.
Earlier, the European Securities and Markets Authority proposed separate regulation for companies that provide access to DeFi. The European Banking Authority, in turn, allowed for a suitability check of crypto lending for clients.
According to the top manager, such restrictions will lead to user outflow and liquidity fragmentation.
For those who hold or exchange cryptocurrency, this means access to DeFi services in the EU may change, and liquidity on individual platforms may be distributed differently.