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ING, Banca Sella, KBC, Danske Bank, DekaBank, UniCredit, SEB, CaixaBank and Raiffeisen Bank International – have joined forces to launch a MiCAR-compliant euro-denominated stablecoin. This digital payment instrument, leveraging blockchain technology, aims to become a trusted European payment standard in the digital ecosystem.
Nine major European banks join forces to issue stablecoin
Starting in 2026, iDEAL will begin its transition to Wero - a new European payment solution developed by the European Payments Initiative (EPI). Backed by 16 leading banks, including ING, Rabobank, and ABN AMRO, Wero builds on iDEAL’s trusted foundation and introduces new features for both merchants and consumers.
From iDEAL to Wero
In Q2 2025, global sustainable finance issuance increased slightly in Q2, a bit higher than the previous two years’ second quarters. The market saw healthy supply levels, remarkable given the turbulent market conditions and political uncertainty. ING sees a strong second quarter in sustainable finance activities. This SF Pulse also highlights the topic of electric vehicles & charging.
ING Sustainable Finance Pulse - Issue 7
From tariffs and FX swings to evolving industrial policies and supply chain shocks, today’s global trade volatility is testing the limits of corporate treasury functions. What was once a back-office role is now central to navigating risk, managing liquidity, and enabling strategic decisions across global businesses.
Rethinking Treasury in a Volatile Trade Environment
