Crypto spending in Europe is rising with stablecoins leading
A new report shows stablecoins now account for over 75% of crypto purchases across Europe, with food, drinks, and travel as top spending categories.
Crypto is gaining traction as a go-to payment method across Europe, with stablecoins playing a leading role. According to a June report from Oobit, more than 75% of crypto purchases made by European users over the past month were settled using stablecoins.
Retail and travel dominate the spending landscape. In countries like Germany, Spain, and Poland, crypto is most commonly used for food, drink, and other retail items. Meanwhile, travel expenses top the list in France, Italy, Greece, and Ireland.
Notably, over half of all crypto transactions were related to everyday shopping, with Poland alone making up a third of those purchases.
Poland, Lithuania, and Estonia are at the forefront of stablecoin adoption. Poland led the region, with over 30% of Oobit’s retail crypto transactions occurring there—most settled in USDC.
Lithuania also showed strong growth, particularly in euro-backed EURR transactions, which have doubled recently. Supportive regulation across these nations, including MiCA-compliant laws, is encouraging the trend.
The findings reflect a wider transition in how crypto is used. Instead of serving purely as an investment, digital currencies are increasingly woven into daily financial activities, showing their value in practical, real-world scenarios.
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