Industry groups have criticized the UK’s proposed stablecoin holding limits, arguing they would signal that the UK is hostile to crypto and stifle innovation.
Bank of England Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden told UK lawmakers that the central bank is open to alternative ways to manage stablecoin risks other than imposing holding limits.
Speaking before the House of Lords Financial Services Regulation Committee on Wednesday, Breeden said the proposed holding limits are designed to prevent a mass migration of deposits from banks into stablecoins, arguing it could curtail lending and reduce credit availability for businesses and households.
“We proposed holding limits as a way of managing that risk. We are open to feedback on other ways of achieving it. But I think you would expect us as the financial stability authority to ensure that there isn’t a precipitous drop in credit to the businesses and households in the UK,” Breeden added.
