Société Générale's blockchain subsidiary, SG Forge, is close to launching a USDC-pegged stablecoin on Ethereum

This is the first time any central global bank has launched a public, dollar-pegged stablecoin on a public blockchain. The token is made for European institutional investors who need a regulated way to access digital assets and US dollar liquidity.

Société Générale's blockchain subsidiary, SG Forge, is set to launch a stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar on Ethereum, marking the first time a central global bank will introduce a public, dollar-linked stablecoin on a public blockchain. This token is designed for European institutional investors seeking a regulated way to access digital assets and U.S. dollar liquidity.

As reported by Bloomberg, SG Forge's entry into the stablecoin sector will see it compete with major crypto firms in the sector. Initially, the stablecoin will operate solely on Ethereum, with plans to expand to other networks like Solana. Sources familiar with the launch disclose that the product will become available very soon.

SG Forge's E-Money License Sets It Apart in Regulated Stablecoin Offerings

What sets SG Forge's stablecoin apart is its e-money license from the French central bank, which permits the subsidiary to issue e-money products and provide payment services. This allows for the stablecoin to be sold in the European Union.

The e-money license ensures that all digital tokens issued by SG Forge will have full dollar reserves and be monitored by the French regulator. This aspect is crucial as investors demand safer and more compliant options in contrast to the offerings from companies like Circle and Tether in the United States.

Following the launch of EUR CoinVertible (EURCV), SG Forge's first euro-linked stablecoin in 2023, and its small-scale presence in the European digital asset sector, the subsidiary is now venturing into the vast U.S. dollar stablecoin sector.

A broader investor base will use a dollar-pegged stablecoin, while only a small portion of the entire $243 billion stablecoin market comprises euro stablecoins. The introduction of SG Forge's stablecoin comes amidst stricter regulations on stablecoins in Europe.

Europe's financial institutions are integrating cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology to remain competitive in the global market. The European Union's Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulations, which are set to come into force in 2024, aim to create a comprehensive legal framework for cryptocurrencies and stablecoins.

The rules set problems for companies trying to launch stablecoins in the bloc, with the aim of decreasing the number of euro stablecoins available. SG Forge's compliance with these standards gives it an edge as stablecoin regulation tightens in the EU and around the world.

Stablecoin Adoption Expands as Banks Enter Digital Asset Market

The launch of a dollar-based stablecoin by Société Générale comes as the adoption of stablecoins is expanding rapidly. Stablecoins such as USDC and USDT form the majority of the stablecoin market, with a combined value of more than $200 billion.

Among the major players in the U.S. stablecoin sector are Circle's USDC and Tether's USDT, while SG Forge's entry will introduce a newly regulated stablecoin backed by a prominent European firm.

Traditional banks and payment networks are also incorporating stablecoins into their services to stay competitive as demand for digital dollars increases. Additionally, Visa, MasterCard, and Stripe are beginning to offer services that include stablecoins, and the GENIUS Act is a possible sign of the U.S. backing stablecoins with regulation.