# French MPs back crypto tax, putting stablecoin swaps in the crosshairs

https://mins.news/en/item/107284

- CryptoSlate, 2026-10-20 04:40 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://cryptoslate.com/french-mps-back-crypto-tax-and-stablecoin-swaps-take-the-hit/

> French lawmakers advanced a proposal in first-reading votes on October 16 that covers MiCA e-money tokens. The measure would take effect in January 2027 if enacted.

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