Former Mt. Gox CEO Mark Karpeles to launch EllipX crypto exchange

Mark Karpeles to launch EllipX crypto exchange in Europe. EllipX will comply with EU MiCA regulations, offering a crypto-only platform at launch. Former Mt. Gox users will get a 50% trading fee discount tied to NFTs as a goodwill gesture.

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KUNA founder: Ukraine’s central bank ‘killed’ local crypto market

Michael Chobanyan, founder of KUNA, claims Ukraine’s central bank has effectively “killed” the local cryptocurrency market, prompting him to shift his focus to Europe. According to Michael Chobanyan, founder of the KUNA crypto exchange, the crypto market in Ukraine is…

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Europe’s largest Bitcoin miner Northern Data to launch IPO in the US

Europe’s largest Bitcoin miner, Northern Data AG, has announced plans for a substantial initial public offering (IPO) in the US at a valuation between $10 billion and $16 billion. The IPO, which will be held on the Nasdaq stock exchange, is scheduled for the first half of 2025 and may also include selling a minority […] The post Europe’s largest Bitcoin miner Northern Data to launch IPO in the US appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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OKX expands to the Netherlands with new crypto exchange and wallet

Previously known as Okcoin Europe, OKX began serving users in the Netherlands in 2021 after registering with the Dutch central bank.

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Kraken denies plans to delist USDT in EU

A Kraken executive denied the exchange plans to delist Tether’s USDT stablecoin in Europe on May 18. Global Head of Asset Growth & Management Business Mark Greenberg said the company is examining “all options to offer USDT under the upcoming regime.

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Crypto exchange Kraken has ‘no plans’ to delist USDT in Europe for now

Concerns were raised after a Bloomberg article reported Kraken was “actively reviewing” which tokens it could continue to list under the European Union’s upcoming MiCA framework.

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Kraken considers ending USDT support in the EU

Kraken is reportedly considering pulling support for the stablecoin USDT in Europe. The exchange’s plans come amid the push for compliance ahead of EU’s crypto regulations MiCA. Crypto exchange OKX ended its USDT trading support in the EU in March.

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VALR – The South African Exchange Going Global

Farzam Ehsani is Co-founder and CEO of VALR, a South African crypto exchange headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa. With regulatory approval to operate in Europe, VALR has 1000 corporate and institutional clients, more than half a million users, and now is expanding globally.

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South African crypto exchange VALR picks Poland for expansion in Europe

Pantera-backed crypto exchange VALR will now offer services in Poland as part of its global expansion efforts. South African cryptocurrency exchange VALR is moving beyond the African continent, choosing Poland as its first stop in expansion across the globe. In…

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Bitget launches crypto Apprentice program to train next generation of web3 talent

Crypto exchange Bitget unveiled its new Web3 leadership program called “Bitget COO Apprentice” in Europe, offering young talent an opportunity to work directly with the company’s executive team and gain hands-on experience in the industry.

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OKX removes USDT pairs in Europe as new stablecoin regulations loom

Crypto exchange OKX is reportedly delisting Tether (USDT) pairs in the EU and will only support USDC and euro-based pairs, according to a message sent to a customer on March 18. The move comes days after the EU released draft technical standards related to stablecoins, which are set to come into effect from June.

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Steven Cohen’s Point72 Ventures backs European crypto exchange D2X in $10m funding

Netherlands-based crypto derivatives exchange D2X has secured $10 million in a funding round led by Point72 Ventures to double down on its presence in Europe. Crypto derivatives exchange D2X has announced the successful closure of a $10 million Series A…

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Figment and Apex set to launch ETH and SOL Staking ETPs on SIX Swiss Exchange

Figment Europe and Apex Group have joined forces to introduce Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) staking exchange-traded products (ETPs) on the SIX Swiss Exchange. The collaboration aims to offer investors a seamless pathway to participate in staking rewards from these popular cryptocurrencies.

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Bitgert Price Explosion Imminent After Securing Spot on Europe’s Premier Exchange

The European Union adopted regulations in June 2023 for the cryptocurrency industry. This allows cryptocurrency trading in the EU. European markets create huge demand in the cryptocurrency market.

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French Banking Giant to Launch Euro Stablecoin on Crypto Exchange 

France's third-largest bank launches a new stablecoin as Europe tries to shake-off the legacy of negative interest rates. The post French Banking Giant to Launch Euro Stablecoin on Crypto Exchange  appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Crypto exchange traffic surges in Europe and Americas with record-breaking volumes

Quick Take Data from SimilarWeb, as reported by The Block, paints an intriguing picture of the digital assets market across Europe, North America, and South America. The data reveals a significant increase in website visits to dominant exchanges in these regions during November 2023.

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Canadian Firm Set To Launch New XRP ETP In Europe Next Month

In a move signaling the increasing convergence of traditional finance and digital assets, DeFi Technologies Inc. has announced the launch of an XRP Exchange Traded Product (ETP) in Europe. Scheduled for early December 2023, this initiative is undertaken by Valour Inc.

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Austria’s Raiffeisen Bank to launch crypto trading in partnership with Bitpanda

Austria’s Raiffeisen Bank will launch crypto trading in 2024. Raiffeisen Bank International has $215B in assets and a customer base spanning the European Union and Eastern Europe. Bitpanda crypto exchange has complied with the crypto regulations in Austria and Germany.

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FTX collapse, Binance’s US settlement provide strong case for MiCA regulations

European Commission policy officer Ivan Keller highlights high-profile centralized exchange shortcomings as key reasons for the implementation of MiCA regulations in Europe.

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XRP Breaks Ground in Europe: Explosive Debut of Exchange Product Set for December 2023

In December 2023, brace for financial shake-up on European markets as DeFi Technologies' subsidiary set to unveil its Valour XRP ETP solution

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OPNX receives VASP license in Lithuania

In a Nov. 8 post released on X, Open Exchange (OPNX) shares the announcement of their latest regulatory milestone in Europe.

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Binance to discontinue European Visa cards after three years

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, said in a blog post published on Oct. 20 that it will stop offering its Visa debit card product in Europe. The company said that it will no longer offer those cards in the European Economic Area (EEA) and that existing cards will not be usable after Dec.

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Ripple Shifts Tons of XRP Coins to Bitstamp as Price Begins to Recover

Ripple fintech giant continues to shovel huge amounts of XRP tokens to leading crypto exchange based in Europe

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Bitstamp executives says exchange to partner with three ‘household name banks’ in Europe

A top Bitstamp executive stated that his crypto exchange will work with three major European banks in an interview on Oct. 9. Robert Zagotta, Bitstamp’s CEO for the Americas and Global Chief Commercial Officer, said that those partnerships concern the company’s Bitstamp-as-a-service feature.

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Bitstamp eyes expansion via partnership with major European banks

Bitstamp says three “household name” banks in Europe are looking to offer crypto services. The crypto exchange expects deals as early as first quarter 2024 for services related to its Bitstamp-as-a-Service solution.

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Bitrue registers as a VASP in Poland

Bitrue can now offer its services in and from Poland. The crypto exchange sees Europe as an important market. Poland had also licensed its peer Bitget earlier this year. Bitrue has successfully registered as a VASP – Virtual Asset Service Provider in Poland, the crypto exchange confirmed in a press release on Friday.

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Kraken sets sail for European waters with acquisition of Dutch exchange

The acquisition comes in the wake of the European Union's implementation of its MiCA framework. Kraken has been taking strategic steps to establish a strong presence in Europe. Kraken, a proThe post Kraken sets sail for European waters with acquisition of Dutch exchange appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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FTX Bankruptcy: Documents Show Coinbase Explored A Potential Acquisition

Recent documents have shown the San Francisco-based crypto exchange Coinbase had explored a potential acquisition of the European subsidiary of bankrupt crypto exchange FTX. Coinbase Shows Interest In Acquiring FTX Europe Reports from Fortune show that the crypto exchange Coinbase was interested in acquiring FTX Europe after its parent company FTX went bankrupt in November […]

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Coinbase looks to acquire FTX Europe despite bankruptcy baggage

Crypto exchange Coinbase reportedly showed interest in acquiring the European subsidiary of bankrupt FTX, Fortune reported on Sept. 22. Coinbase reportedly considered acquiring FTX Europe following its collapse last November and continued to explore this possibility even into this month.

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Why Coinbase Explored Acquisition Of FTX Europe

Per a report from Fortune, crypto exchange Coinbase was exploring the acquisition of FTX Europe until very recently. The company aims to expand its foothold over the European market and increase its trading volume by offering crypto derivatives to more clients.

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Coinbase Considered Buying FTX Branch to Enter Europe with Crypto Derivatives

US giant Coinbase is exploring opportunities to enter the European market; here’s why it once considered purchasing an EU branch of the bankrupt FTX exchange

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eToro Gains Footing In Europe With Crypto Registration In Cyprus

eToro has taken steps to solidify its position in the European market. The company recently announced it obtained the Crypto Asset Service Provider (CASP) registration from the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC).

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Binance Russia execs leave amid ongoing rumors of market exit

Two Binance executives announced they were leaving the company amid the rumors of the major exchange possibly exiting Russia. Binance’s head of Eastern Europe and CIS, including Russia, Gleb Kostarev, announced in a Sept. 6 LinkedIn post that it was…

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Europe’s First Spot Bitcoin ETF Goes Live, Beating U.S. To The Punch

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Bitstamp Exchange Raises Funds To Enter Derivative Markets In Asia And Europe

Luxumberg-based cryptocurrency exchange, Bitstamp is looking to expand its global presence by broadening its reach in the European and Asian Markets. According to an August 8 Bloomberg report, the crypto exchange is raising fresh funds to support its expansion goals in Europe and Asia while ramping up its UK operations. Also, the exchange revealed plans to […]

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Bitstamp Teases Major XRP Announcement, But The Market Hesitates

In a cryptic move that has the XRP army speculating, Europe’s leading cryptocurrency exchange, Bitstamp, has teased a significant announcement related to the token. The Luxembourg-based exchange made this known via a tweet that simply read, “tomorrow,” accompanied by the XRP-themed hashtags #XRP, #XRPL and #XRPLedger and a suggestive video.

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Binance secures first operational license in Dubai amid regulatory hurdles in Europe.

Following multiple setbacks with European regulators, Binance has become the first digital asset exchange to receive an Operational Minimum Viable Product (MVP) license from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA).

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Ripple Seeks Regulatory Nod, Applies For Crypto License In The UK

After securing a major legal triumph against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Ripple, the blockchain payments firm, is now focusing on its expansion plans in Europe. Ripple’s move to apply for registration with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and seek a payment institution license in Ireland further underscores the company’s commitment to responsibly […]

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Europe’s First Bitcoin ETF Set To Begin Trading After 12-Month Wait

Bitcoin ETFs have been making waves in the United States since the first ETF was approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in 2021. However, across the pond, these digital assets exchange-traded funds have not had much luck.

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Europe’s first spot Bitcoin ETF eyes 2023 debut after year-long delay

Jacob Asset Management got approval from the Guernsey financial regulator in October 2021 and was set to debut on Euronext Amsterdam Exchange in July 2022.

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FTX Bankruptcy Lawyers Ask Court for $323M Recovery From FTX Europe Leadership

Crypto exchange FTX's lawyers have asked the bankruptcy court in Delaware to award recovery of more than $323.5 million from FTX's Europe leadership.

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WhiteBIT Announces Its Retrodrop As WB Network Mainnet Approaches

WhiteBIT, a leading crypto exchange in Europe, is elated to announce its long-awaited retrodrop ahead of its mainnet launch. According to the WhiteBIT team, the retrodrop will reward participants for actively engaging and testing the WB Network blockchain.

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German regulator reportedly rejects Binance’s crypto custody license request

Binance’s regulatory trouble continues to mount as the exchange faces pushback in Europe and the United States.

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Binance Rescinds Decision To Remove Privacy Coins From European Market

Binance has made a decision to reverse its initial plan of delisting certain privacy coins in Europe. This change in course comes after the exchange revised its operations to align with the local regulatory requirements.

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Gemini plans Asia-Pacific expansion as part of 'next wave of growth for crypto'

The crypto exchange has already announced efforts to expand into Canada and Europe amid a lawsuit from the United States Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Ripple welcomes MiCA regulation as US lawsuit highlights lack of clarity

Ripple’s operations gear up in Europe and Asia despite an ongoing lawsuit with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

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zondacrypto - Europe’s Crypto Exchange

zondacrypto is one of the largest digital asset investment platforms in Europe with over 1 million users. The company was established in 2014 and is the leading crypto payments provider in central and eastern Europe.

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Viva Tech 2023: Europe’s Largest Tech Event Kicks Off on June 14

Faced with the major economic and societal challenges that the global technology ecosystem currently encounters, Viva Tech 2023 presents itself as a beacon of innovation and progress. From June 14 to 17, 2023, actors from around the world will gather at the Parc des expositions Porte de Versailles in Paris to exchange, learn, and build … Continued The post Viva Tech 2023: Europe’s Largest Tech Event Kicks Off on June 14 appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Coinbase partners with Bitpanda to expand in Europe

Coinbase partnered with Austrian crypto exchange Bitpanda to tap European banks that cater to crypto clients. The partnership will see Coinbase provide custody and liquidity services to Vienna-The post Coinbase partners with Bitpanda to expand in Europe appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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