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Code Is Not (Always) Law
7.12.2023
Sometimes, the law is the law, industry experts say
Societe Generale-Backed Euro Stablecoin EURCV Starts Trading on Bitstamp
6.12.2023
The listing marks the first time a euro stablecoin issued by a fully regulated bank is available on a cryptocurrency exchange
Societe Generale Issues First Digital Green Bond as Security Token on Ethereum Blockchain
5.12.2023
Source: iStock/AdrianHancu Societe Generale, the third-largest bank in France, has marked a significant milestone by issuing its inaugural digital green bond on the Ethereum public blockchain. Societe Generale announced Monday that it issued its first green bond on the Ethereum blockchain....
Platypus Exploiters Acquitted of Wrongdoing in Landmark Case
4.12.2023
Mohammed and Benamar M., two brothers accused of exploiting Platypus, an avalanche-based automated market maker (AMM) platform, were acquitted of any criminal wrongdoing in a landmark case for French justice. The judge in charge stated that the individuals just interacted with a smart contract that...
Amnesty International head says AI innovation vs regulation is 'false dichotomy'
28.11.2023
Amnesty's secretary-general said the EU has a chance to lead with new AI regulations and member states shouldn’t “undermine” the forthcoming AI Act
Netherland-based Crypto Exchange Bitvavo Secures Regulatory Approval in France
24.11.2023
Source: AdobeStock / MarinadeArt Dutch-based cryptocurrency exchange Bitvavo has received regulatory green light in France to act as a digital asset service provider. In a Nov 23 press release, the company disclosed the milestone and reiterated its wider expansion plans with hopes of becoming...
Dutch exchange Bitvavo cleared to operate in France
24.11.2023
Netherlands cryptocurrency exchange Bitvavo is slowly expanding its reach after gaining regulatory approval in Austria and France
9.4% of French Population Holds Crypto as the Asset Class Ranks Second in Investment Options
14.11.2023
Source: AdobeStock / MarinadeArt France’s financial regulator, Autorité des Marchés Financiers, has published a study by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) on investment choices and growth levels in the country. In the survey released on Nov 13, digital assets...
Crypto is second most popular investment asset in France: Survey
14.11.2023
The survey was conducted at the request of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in the spring of 2023
48 Countries Join Forces to Combat Crypto Tax Evasion Starting in 2027
13.11.2023
Source: AdobeStock / Nuthawut Forty-eight countries across six continents have committed to a new tax transparency standard starting in 2027 to fight crypto-related tax evasion. Countries – including Ireland, Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Croatia, Japan, South Korea, the US, and Canada...
9% of French Adults Now Invested in Crypto Assets, AMF Survey Reveals
13.11.2023
Amidst the global wave of new retail investment, France’s Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) has observed a significant uptick in the number of individuals holding crypto assets. A study conducted by the AMF, supported by the Technical Support Instrument of the EU, reveals that as of 2023...
Institute of Crypto-Assets Launches in Paris to Advance Research and Education in Blockchain Technology
10.11.2023
Source: iStock The inaugural Institute of Crypto-Assets, focused on research about blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies, has been officially opened at the Léonard de Vinci Center in Paris. On November 8, the Institute of Crypto-Assets officially opened its doors at the Léonard de Vinci Center...
Institute for blockchain and crypto research opens in France
10.11.2023
The Institute of Crypto-Assets held a formal opening at the Léonard de Vinci center in the business district just outside of Paris
G7 countries to launch AI code of conduct: Report
30.10.2023
The Group of Seven (G7) countries will agree on a voluntary AI code of conduct for companies developing AI to reference for mitigating risks and benefits of the technology
Binance Executives in UK and France Leave Crypto Exchange
25.10.2023
Another two executive departures, in the United Kingdom and France, have extended a string of managerial exits at Binance this year. They come as the leading cryptocurrency exchange faces continued regulatory pressure in a number of jurisdictions in Europe and beyond. Binance U.K., Bifinity...
Rise in Number of French Stores Accepting Bitcoin
23.10.2023
A growing number of French stores are accepting Bitcoin as a form of payment – ranging from large shopping malls to traditional restaurants.
The fast-growing group now includes Bouchon-comptoir Brunet, a Lyon-based bouchon – a type of eatery specific to the Lyon area.
The restaurant became...
Binance France Director Steps Down Amid Ongoing Senior Leadership Exits
19.10.2023
Binance France's general manager has decided to step down from her role after one year and six months, adding her name to the list of senior executives to leave the largest crypto exchange this year....
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Binance France director resigns, adding to list of exits from crypto exchange
19.10.2023
Stéphanie Cabossioras is at least the tenth senior executive to depart the crypto exchange this year
French Regulator Concludes DeFi Public Consultations, Views Ecosystem as “Disintermediated”
13.10.2023
The Autorité de Contrôle Prudentiel et de Résolution (ACPR), a body within the French Central Bank published a summary of the public consultation it held on decentralized finance (DeFi).
The document released on Oct 12, outlines a key path toward regulations in the sector to address the risky...
French regulator sees DeFi as 'disintermediated,' not 'decentralized'
13.10.2023
The Autorité de Contrôle Prudentiel et de Résolution concluded its consultation on the regulation of DeFi