In a major regulatory push, the Bank of France has called for reinforcing the European Union’s crypto regulatory framework, specifically around stablecoin payments, as questions grow over whether existing rules are sufficient to manage the risks posed by these digital…
Key Takeaways Leading crypto custody firm, BitGo has received regulatory approval from Germany’s Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) to operate under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) framework across EU. This license permits the Frankfurt-based firm to deliver digital asset…
Key Takeaways Crypto exchange Gemini has obtained a Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II) license from the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), allowing the firm to offer regulated crypto derivatives which includes perpetual futures, to retail and institutional users…
Key Takeaways Hong Kong-based crypto exchange, HashKey has secured a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license from the Central Bank of Ireland. This approval grants the firm ability to operate and expand its services within Ireland, marking its official entry…
Key Takeaways Schuman Financial, a newly established cryptocurrency firm founded by former Binance executives Martin Bruncko and Eduardo Morrison, has introduced a euro-backed stablecoin named EURØP. The launch comes as Europe prepares for the full enforcement of the Markets in…
Key Takeaways The European country of Kosovo is taking measures to address issues caused by crypto crime. Kosovo’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) is taking part in a 3-day workshop between September 24-26, to receive training on how to track and…
Leading blockchain developers and the European Commission have been collaborating to lay the groundwork for an era of scalability, sustainability, and security throughout the EU.
With the acquisition of crypto investment company ETC Group, San Francisco-based asset management firm Bitwise has expanded into the European market.
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After a successful introduction in the US, the Italian luxury sports car manufacturer Ferrari is getting ready to bring its crypto payment system to Europe.
