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Binance still serving Russians while seeking clarity on EU crypto sanctions
28.10.2022
There is a challenge of not overdoing EU sanctions against Russia, according to Binance head of sanctions Chagri Poyraz
ECB Raises Benchmark Rate by 75bps and Tones Down Long-Term Refinancing Operations
27.10.2022
On Thursday, the European Central Bank (ECB) announced the central bank’s third consecutive benchmark bank rate increase this year, raising the rate by 75 basis points (bps). In addition to the rate hike, the ECB changed the central bank’s targeted longer-term refinancing operations terms...
Report: Billionaire Says Britain May Be Forced to Seek Bailout From IMF if It Does Not Renegotiate Brexit Deal
25.10.2022
British billionaire investor Guy Hands has reckoned that Britain will become “the sick man of Europe” and may be forced to seek a bailout from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) if it does not renegotiate its Brexit deal. The billionaire insisted the United Kingdom’s current...
OSCE Trains Uzbekistan Law Enforcement to Track and Seize Crypto, Search Dark Web
22.10.2022
The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) has set out to teach law enforcement officers in Uzbekistan how to conduct crypto and dark web investigations. The regional body recently organized a training course for employees of the country’s security agencies in Tashkent....
Spain overtakes El Salvador to become third largest crypto ATM hub
22.10.2022
Spain currently hosts 215 crypto ATMs, pushing El Salvador — home to 212 crypto ATMs — down to the fourth position after surpassing the country by 3 crypto ATMs
Low hash price, soaring energy costs spell tough Q3 for Bitcoin miners
21.10.2022
The third quarter of 2022 has not been any kinder to Bitcoin mining operators in North America and Europe
Russian users are welcomed by crypto exchanges in Kazakhstan, but there’s a catch
20.10.2022
Non-sanctioned foreigners are “more than welcome” at Intebix, but they need to set up a local bank card for crypto-to-fiat transactions, the CEO said
Euro Area Annual Inflation Jumps to 9.9% in September, Cost of Bread Skyrockets, Protests Erupt
19.10.2022
According to the European Union’s statistics office Eurostat on Wednesday, Euro area annual inflation is up to 9.9% in September, up from 9.1% in August. The inflation rate in September tapped a 40-year high, and investors suspect that the eurozone is “at risk of a financial meltdown.”...
Europe moves toward regulatory action on crypto’s environmental impact, energy use
18.10.2022
After rejecting a proposal to ban crypto mining, the EU is looking at disclosure and mitigation measures to make crypto assets more sustainable in the coming years
EU Commissioner urges lawmakers to hurry up with crypto regulations
18.10.2022
During her visit to the United States, the official highlighted the importance of a truly global regulatory effort
What new EU sanctions mean for crypto exchanges and their Russian client
17.10.2022
Despite many popular exchanges curtailing their operations within Russia, many platforms continue to service the region as usual
Cameron Winklevoss Steps Down as Director of Gemini Europe
17.10.2022
Cameron Winklevoss, who founded crypto exchange with his twin brother Tyler in 2014, has stepped down as a director of its European division
Survey: 98% of CEOs Preparing for US Recession — Confidence at Lowest Level Since Great Recession
17.10.2022
The Conference Board has found that 98% of chief executives surveyed are preparing for a U.S. recession while 99% of CEOs are preparing for an EU recession. “CEO confidence sunk further to start Q4 and is at its lowest level since the Great Recession,” the organization said. 98% of CEOs...
The state of crypto in Western Europe: Swiss powerhouse and French unicorns
16.10.2022
From taxes and legislation to the local startups and professional associations — all you need to know about blockchain and crypto in Western Europe
War Spurs Crypto Activity in Russia and Ukraine, Chainalysis Reports
15.10.2022
The deadly conflict that started with Russia’s assault on Ukraine has increased crypto-related activity in both countries, according to Chainalysis. Fiat inflation and sanctions pressure led to several spikes in transaction volumes this year, the blockchain forensics firm has found, while Eastern...
Crypto Exchanges Still Available to Russians Despite Latest EU Sanctions, Report Unveils
13.10.2022
A list of crypto exchanges, including global platforms, have not introduced new restrictions on Russian users after the EU’s most recent sanctions round, Russian crypto media reported. The latest European penalties target an array of crypto-related services to increase pressure on Russia amid...
'High Risk' Crypto Activity Surges in Eastern Europe Amid Russia-Ukraine War: Chainalysis
12.10.2022
Crypto activity determined as "high risk" and "illicit" has surged in Eastern Europe since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war, according to a report by blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis
It’s legislation season in the EU: Law Decoded, Oct. 3–10
11.10.2022
In one week, the EU institutions voted in favor of a crypto-friendly resolution and promoted MiCA to the next stage
BNB Chain to boost European Web3 startups with DApp incubator program
10.10.2022
The incubator program focuses on EU-based startups building the next generation of Web3 consumer experiences with an emphasis on accessibility and scalability
Gofaizen & Sherle to Help Businesses Scale the New Lithuanian Cryptocurrency Regulations
7.10.2022
PRESS RELEASE. In light of the strengthened supervision of the cryptocurrency sector by Lithuania, Gofaizen & Sherle, an international legal and management consulting firm based in Europe, has taken the initiative to assist businesses in navigating these new regulations. According...