I was made aware several years ago that there was going to be a change of licensing regulations in Europe, so I completed my EASA studies and earned my EASA ATPL.
Many colleagues also did this too.
I sympathise with everyone who is concerned for their career, but this has been on the cards for a long time. I understand both sides of the argument but to me, European job = EASA licence, Worldwide job = FAA licence.
When I spoke to the UK CAA, they said the regulation change will come into effect sooner or later.