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USDC Issuer Circle is launching Euro Coin (EUROC), a new Euro-backed stablecoin

Anthony Clarke · 2 weeks ago · 1 min read

EU regulators propose nixing crypto exchange licenses over money laundering breaches

Crypto exchange licenses should be revoked as a last resort in case of serious breaches of anti-money laundering laws, EU regulators say.

Monica Noronha · 4 weeks ago · 1 min read

ESMA Chair says crypto needs urgent regulation to protect investors

Ross says the rising inflation will force retail investors to invest in risky cryptocurrencies, leading to greater risk-taking.

Jinia Shawdagor · 1 month ago · 2 min read

ECB expresses concerns over ‘interconnectedness’ of crypto with financial institutions

The European Central Bank's report said that the full scale of the connection between the crypto industry and traditional finance might be unknown as there are "significant informational and data shortcomings."

Oluwapelumi Adejumo · 1 month ago · 2 min read

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What now for stablecoins following the Terra UST disaster?

The Terra implosion provoked a backlash from lawmakers who say tougher rules on stablecoins are needed to govern the space.

Samuel Wan · 1 month ago · 4 min read

EU regulators criticize stablecoins to promote Euro CBDC

EU regulators are using the attack on UST and USDT stumbling as proof that Europe needs a CBDC

Liam 'Akiba' Wright · 1 month ago · 2 min read

OneCoin creator, Ruja Ignatova, declared wanted in Europe

Filings in the Southern District of New York suggest this damage could be over $4 billion.

Oluwapelumi Adejumo · 2 months ago · 2 min read

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Europeans profited the most from crypto trading in 2021

E.U. residents were the most likely to earn a living from trading cryptocurrencies.

Andjela Radmilac · 2 months ago · 3 min read

Largest private bank LGT to offer direct Bitcoin and Ethereum investments

The crypto investment option would first be open to LGT clients in Liechtenstein and Switzerland.

Oluwapelumi Adejumo · 2 months ago · 2 min read

Belgian regulator mandates registration for companies providing crypto-related services

Crypto companies looking to operate in Belgium must have a corporate structure, hold a minimum capital of €50,000 and register with the Belgian financial watchdog.

Oluwapelumi Adejumo · 2 months ago · 2 min read

EU traditional banking interest in crypto is going mainstream

A French bank opens digital asset investments for clients with others looking to follow

Liam 'Akiba' Wright · 2 months ago · 2 min read

Internal documents show EU policy makers want to push Ethereum over Bitcoin

EU policymakers favor Ethereum due to its greener credentials, even though it still uses power hungry Proof-of-Work mining and there are doubts on when it will fully transition to Proof-of-Stake.

Samuel Wan · 2 months ago · 2 min read

Why does the UK suddenly want to become a “crypto hub”? Hint: it has to do with the EU

The UK is positioning itself as a crypto-friendly jurisdiction in the hopes of outwitting the EU, which seems to be going in the opposite direction.

Samuel Wan · 3 months ago · 2 min read

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PBoC: Digital yuan trial expands to 11 more cities

The digital yuan continues its expansion in China, adding 11 more cities and regions, totaling 23 cities, to the list of pilot test areas. Most notably, trials will begin in Guangzhou where the Asian Games will be held later this year.

Laszlo Dobos · 3 months ago · 5 min read

EU blunder on unhosted crypto wallets will cost the region dearly

Although the premise was tackling money laundering and terrorist financing, a rigid focus on these issues without considering the bigger picture will lead to innovation and capital going elsewhere.

Samuel Wan · 3 months ago · 2 min read

Bitcoin drops to $45.5k as Europe votes to ban cold wallets in attack on decentralization

Any wallet interacting with an exchange will be required to reveal their full identify according to legislation that was just passed in the European Parliament

Liam 'Akiba' Wright · 3 months ago · 3 min read

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As the US and EU fight over crypto regulation superiority, is regulation even viable?

Is crypto regulation even possible? The EU and US certainly hope so but it may be a pipedream. Could we see a DAO emerge to take on this mantle?

Liam 'Akiba' Wright · 3 months ago · 6 min read

A member of the E.U. Parliament says crypto transactions shouldn’t be anonymous

The E.U.'s crackdown on unhosted wallets has very vocal backers.

Andjela Radmilac · 3 months ago · 3 min read

Retail giant El Corte Inglés and Deloitte in cahoots to launch crypto exchange

The third largest department store in the world, Spanish company El Corte Inglés, has entered partnership with “big four” accounting firm Deloitte to launch a crypto exchange for its 11 million registered customers.

Laszlo Dobos · 3 months ago · 3 min read

Upcoming E.U. vote could leave self-hosted crypto wallet users high and dry

The EU is looking to impose draconian reporting measures that could see an end to self-hosted wallet transfers.

Samuel Wan · 3 months ago · 2 min read

Cardano founder steals the show at Congressional hearing on crypto regulation

Goldman Sachs looks to buy Celsius’ assets for $2B as it is advised to file for bankruptcy

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Investors pull Bitcoin from exchanges as BTC on CEXs at lowest levels since 2018

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Latest E.U. Blockchain News

EU regulators propose nixing crypto exchange licenses over money laundering breaches

ESMA Chair says crypto needs urgent regulation to protect investors

ECB expresses concerns over ‘interconnectedness’ of crypto with financial institutions

What now for stablecoins following the Terra UST disaster?

EU regulators criticize stablecoins to promote Euro CBDC

OneCoin creator, Ruja Ignatova, declared wanted in Europe

Europeans profited the most from crypto trading in 2021

Largest private bank LGT to offer direct Bitcoin and Ethereum investments

Belgian regulator mandates registration for companies providing crypto-related services

EU traditional banking interest in crypto is going mainstream

Internal documents show EU policy makers want to push Ethereum over Bitcoin

Why does the UK suddenly want to become a “crypto hub”? Hint: it has to do with the EU

PBoC: Digital yuan trial expands to 11 more cities

EU blunder on unhosted crypto wallets will cost the region dearly

Bitcoin drops to $45.5k as Europe votes to ban cold wallets in attack on decentralization

As the US and EU fight over crypto regulation superiority, is regulation even viable?

A member of the E.U. Parliament says crypto transactions shouldn’t be anonymous

Retail giant El Corte Inglés and Deloitte in cahoots to launch crypto exchange

Upcoming E.U. vote could leave self-hosted crypto wallet users high and dry

Bitcoin drops to $45.5k as Europe votes to ban cold wallets in attack on decentralization

Upcoming E.U. vote could leave self-hosted crypto wallet users high and dry

ESMA Chair says crypto needs urgent regulation to protect investors

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