This study examines the standardization of
blockchain technology and its applications across the EU, U.S.,
and ISO. It reveals the continued dominance of the United States
in this field, driven by its focus on technological intricacies and
institutional support, notably from NIST. Conversely, the EU's
approach begins with reliance on ISO standards, potentially
resulting in fragmented standardization and limited proprietary
blockchain development. The introduction of EUROC as a
competitor to USD-pegged stablecoins illustrates the EU's
strategy to challenge U.S. technological dominance, facilitated
by initiatives like MiCA. This geopolitical maneuvering
underscores the EU's aspiration to solidify its position in the
global blockchain landscape by leveraging standardization as a
tool for competitiveness and technological influence.