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German Crypto Regulator BaFin Shuts Down Unauthorized Bitcoin ATMs
7.3.2020
Germany’s Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has shut down unauthorized bitcoin ATMs in the country. Now that cryptocurrency is regulated under the German Banking Act, bitcoin ATM operators need to be authorized by BaFin. The regulator recently clarified what crypto service...
Marc Taverner Speaks on His New Role as European Blockchain Director
7.3.2020
The EC’s new executive director of blockchain discussed regulatory challenges facing blockchain, his objectives for the region, and teenage son’s ambition to colonize Mars
UK Adds Further Regulation to Already-Strict 5AMLD Guidelines
6.3.2020
A leader of one of the United Kingdom’s regulating bodies briefs new crypto expectations on top of strict EU 5AMLD laws
Switzerland’s Crypto Valley Association Head Says CBDC Is a Good Idea
6.3.2020
Central bank digital currencies are “the next logical stage,” according to Crypto Valley Association president Daniel Haudenschild
French Commerce Court Likens Bitcoin to Currency in Recent Ruling
6.3.2020
A French commerce court considered Bitcoin as money during a recent trial between two cryptocurrency investment firms
Europe’s Largest Gathering of Insurance Leaders and Innovators Returns to London
6.3.2020
After the success of the previous two years, Europe’s largest Insurtech conference is about to take place for the third time. From March 17–18, over 2,500 insurtechs, insurers, and investors, representing more than 50 countries, will gather for two full days of networking, partnerships,...
New Wallet From Stablecoin Issuer STASIS Syncs With Financial Institutions
3.3.2020
STASIS said Tuesday its new wallet would offer regulated financial institutions a new gateway into cryptocurrencies
Paris Blockchain Week Rescheduled Due to Coronavirus Outbreak
3.3.2020
The French government’s prohibition on large gatherings amid the coronavirus outbreak has lead organizers of the Paris Blockchain Week Summit to reschedule
Europe’s Leading Blockchain Event is Back to London!
3.3.2020
Europe’s leading Blockchain for Business Summit returns on July 1–2, 2020, at Olympia, London. Over 1,000 senior decision-makers and 200 visionary speakers will come together for the 4th year of the event. Given the seniority of the audience and the significance of the companies represented...
Malta’s Financial Watchdog Releases Industry Feedback on Security Tokens
26.2.2020
A report from Maltese regulators on the state of securities tokens shows some disagreement from market participants regarding their classification
Unity in Europe — DGen's Conclusion to Fueling Blockchain Innovation
26.2.2020
Fragmented regulatory framework is the main obstacle for the flourishing blockchain industry in Europe
Crypto-Friendly Banking App Now One of Europe's Most Valuable Fintechs
25.2.2020
Crypto-supporting neobank Revolut is now valued at $5.5 billion, tied with Sweden’s Klarna for first place as Europe’s most valuable fintech
The State of Blockchain: Experts Weigh in on Adoption Around the World
23.2.2020
Despite challenges, experts are bullish on blockchain’s prospects around the world: “Once people truly understand its vast potential, I believe wide-scale adoption of blockchain will occur”
Irish Drug Dealer Tells Police That Keys to $56M in Confiscated BTC Are Lost
21.2.2020
Irish drug trafficker claims he lost the keys for BTC wallets worth $56 million, confiscated by the police in connection with his recent arrest
Belgian Regulator Adds New Crypto-Related Businesses to Its Blacklist
21.2.2020
The FSMA, Belgium's financial regulatory authority, has updated its list of crypto-related websites associated with fraudulent activity
European Space Agency Funds Blockchain Project Recording Satellite Data
18.2.2020
Major global space exploration organization, the European Space Agency, continues to explore the benefits of blockchain use for space
Boerse Stuttgart’s Crypto Custody Arm Blocknox Expands Service to Institutional Clients
18.2.2020
Blocknox’s crypto custody offer will also be available to fintech companies, banks and asset managers
One Million UEFA Tickets to Be Distributed Via Blockchain in 2020
17.2.2020
UEFA will issue over one million electronic tickets via blockchain technology during the 2020 season
Bitgo to Offer Regulated Crypto Custody in Switzerland and Germany
12.2.2020
European crypto exchanges, as well as other companies with significant crypto holdings they need to protect, now have another option for cold storing their digital fortune. Bitgo is expanding out of the U.S. and into Europe with two new companies in Switzerland and Germany. Also Read: German...
Brussels Asks Europeans How to Regulate Bitcoin, Public Consultation Continues Into March
11.2.2020
The European Commission is gathering feedback from EU citizens, businesses, regulators and other interested parties to establish a regulatory framework for crypto assets and markets on a European level. The public consultation which started in December will continue until March 19, 2020, with...