INFTF and Quantoz collaborate to bring EURQ stablecoin to Xahau Blockchain
INFTF MTU, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing financial inclusion through blockchain innovation and Quantoz Payments B.V. (Quantoz), the Netherlands headquartered payments technology company, are collaborating to bring EURQ, a regulated euro-backed stablecoin to the Xahau blockchain. This is a significant milestone in the use of stablecoins for a multitude of fully compliant payment solutions. The Xahau network is designed with financial-grade requirements in mind, including account level smart functionality.
The collaboration will enable both businesses and individuals to use EURQ seamlessly within the Xahau Network ecosystem. By ensuring compliance with the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulatory framework, EURQ provides a trusted, transparent, and secure digital currency option that bridges traditional finance and blockchain-powered economies.
“Integrating EURQ into Xahau represents a powerful step forward in fostering a vibrant and inclusive ecosystem,” said Arnoud Star Busmann, CEO at Quantoz. “The collaboration with INFTF will create new opportunities for innovation, enabling public and private organisations to build services that leverage the stability and reliability of a fully compliant euro-backed stablecoin.”
The introduction of EURQ on Xahau not only enhances transactional efficiency but also lays the foundation for a broader range of use cases, from cross-border payments to enterprise applications such as treasury management. By providing a stable and regulated currency within Xahau, the attractiveness of using the network for enterprise grade functionality is strengthened.
“Stablecoins are a key element in reducing friction in traditional payment mechanisms,” said Jose Antonio Lázaro Espila, Director of Strategic Partnerships at INFTF. “With Quantoz’s EURQ, users within the Xahau ecosystem can transact with confidence while opening doors for new financial services that are both innovative and compliant.”
This collaboration underscores both organizations’ commitment to accelerating blockchain adoption across the world, while setting a standard for safe, regulated, and practical digital assets.
About INFTF MTU
INFTF MTU is a non-profit organization based in Estonia, dedicated to promoting financial inclusion through innovative blockchain technologies. The foundation supports projects that enhance access to financial services and foster the creation of sustainable digital economies.
About Quantoz Payments
Founded in 2015, Quantoz N.V. is a financial technology company. Its subsidiary, Quantoz Payments, was founded in 2021 and issues USDQ, a US dollar backed E-Money Token (EMT) and two euro-backed EMTs, EURQ and EURD, within the European Economic Area. These EMTs facilitate fast, cheap, transparent and secure blockchain technology based payments.
Incorporated in the Netherlands, the Company holds an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license from the Dutch supervisory authority, the Dutch Central Bank. The funds received in exchange for the e-money tokens are held by Stichting Quantoz, a bankruptcy remote entity, which ensures that these funds are safeguarded following the requirements of MiCAR. The e-money tokens in circulation are fully backed 1-to-1 with fiat and highly liquid financial instruments. In addition, the Company is required to hold at least an additional 2% of reserves on its balance sheet. Quantoz Payments and Stichting Quantoz are subject to prudential supervision by DNB.