The virtual currency "Moogle Coins" in the FFXIV Companion app must be removed

[Solarra]

I wonder how long it'll be before we get an official response regarding this controversy?

Don't hold your breath. Unless of course this gets outside attention like a negative article in the press. However, since much of the industry, and sadly many players too, seem absolutely delighted with in-game currencies, dlc, and all the other ways we are now 'monetized', I don't see that happening.

Do a search for 'in-game currencies' and you'll throw up a lot of businesses offering game-companies their expertise in wringing as much cash out of their customers as possible. There is big money in charging for premium services and offering packages of 'currency' to purchase extra services in games.
You also have to factor in that the response from Japan seems to be very positive.