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German fintech 21X gets EU license for tokenization platform
3.12.2024
To build its blockchain-based trading platform, 21X has been working with several partners, including Polygon and SBI Digital Markets
Printemps Becomes First European Luxury Store to Accept Crypto Payments
29.11.2024
The adoption of cryptocurrency payments by Printemps marks a milestone in the European luxury goods industry. Customers Can Now Buy High-End Fashion Products With Crypto Printemps, a leading French luxury department store has become the first major retailer in Europe to accept cryptocurrency...
Cyprus freezes crypto applications ahead of EU-wide MiCA transition
17.10.2024
The CySEC has warned crypto asset service providers of coming changes as the continent braces for MiCA
Italy Targets Bitcoin With Capital Gains Tax Hike as EU Prepares for MiCA Regulations
17.10.2024
Italy plans to raise its capital gains tax on bitcoin to 42%, up from 26%, as part of efforts to fund election promises and curb the fiscal deficit. The government cites growing bitcoin adoption as a key factor. This comes as the European Union prepares to implement its Markets in Crypto-Assets...
BRICS Erodes US and EU Hegemony as Nations Seek Sovereignty and Equal Cooperation
15.10.2024
BRICS is undermining the hegemony of Washington and Brussels as nations increasingly seek equal dialogue and cooperation that prioritize their own interests, according to Russia’s State Duma speaker. He stressed that countries are moving away from serving the U.S. and its allies, instead...
BRICS More Attractive Than EU, Says Serbia’s Vulin
10.10.2024
Serbia’s Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vulin has championed BRICS as a compelling alternative to the European Union, emphasizing the economic bloc’s appeal for Serbia. He highlighted how BRICS does not impose political conditions like the EU, stressing cooperation based on respect...
Academic paper suggests governments should attack public blockchains
6.10.2024
Crypto exchange Kraken has announced the delisting of Monero in the European Economic Area to maintain compliance with EU regulations
Circle predicts stablecoins will become mainstream global payment method
15.9.2024
Stablecoin issuer Circle expects internet payment firms and other financial services companies will attempt to enter or expand in the space
Circle predicts stablecoins will become mainstream global payment method
15.9.2024
Stablecoin issuer Circle expects internet payment firms and other financial services companies will attempt to enter or expand in the space
New regulators are set to define Europe's crypto policies
4.9.2024
The European Parliament is set to establish a new European Commission, and it will determine the next five years of crypto policy for the European Union
New regulators are set to define Europe's crypto policies
4.9.2024
The European Parliament is set to establish a new European Commission, and it will determine the next five years of crypto policy for the European Union
Turkey Seeks to Join BRICS to Strengthen Global Influence
4.9.2024
Turkey has reportedly formally requested to join the BRICS economic bloc to expand its global influence and establish new alliances beyond its traditional Western partners. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s administration views the shifting geopolitical landscape as an opportunity...
Has Telegram violated EU laws, and why has its founder been charged in France?
29.8.2024
As Telegram CEO and founder Pavel Durov is now released on a $5.6 million bail, France, as an EU member state, continues working on the case
EU watchdog sues Elon Musk’s X over alleged AI data violations
7.8.2024
As recently as July 25, the DPC seemed to believe the matter would be resolved without court actions
EU watchdog sues Elon Musk’s X over alleged AI data violations
7.8.2024
As recently as July 25, the DPC seemed to believe the matter would be resolved without court actions
Bitstamp helps Stripe scale crypto purchases in the EU
7.8.2024
Bitstamp entered a partnership to support Stripe’s crypto on-ramp solution in Europe a few months after Robinhood announced Bitstamp’s acquisition for $200 million
Bitstamp helps Stripe scale crypto purchases in the EU
7.8.2024
Bitstamp entered a partnership to support Stripe’s crypto on-ramp solution in Europe a few months after Robinhood announced its $200 million acquisition of the exchange
EU MiCA implementation is a “pivotal moment” for crypto regulations: compliance expert
2.8.2024
The European Central Bank recently joined forces with Crystal Intelligence, as its blockchain analytics partner for the upcoming MiCA implementation
US, UK accelerate quantum computing programs after China breakthrough
1.8.2024
China’s room temperature time crystals could radically affect the timeline for the arrival of useful quantum computers
USDC trading volume soars 48% in July, driven by MiCA, market growth
31.7.2024
The market capitalization of stablecoins increased by 2.1% to $164 billion in July, the highest level since April 2022