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European Union member Estonia is now cracking down on cryptocurrency firms to attack money laundering in the country. Estonia has been in the spotlight for Europe’s biggest money-laundering scandal, about €200 billion were laundered from Denmark’s biggest financial institution Danske Bank’s Estonian branch from 2007-2015.
2020-6-12 18:07 | |
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European cryptocurrency firms are expecting a stricter regime of regulations as the 28 EU states are preparing to adopt the 5th Anti-Money Laundering Directive (AMLD5). The AMLD5 will burden small firms and force them to either merge or fold.
2020-1-11 20:57 | |
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The Fifth Anti-Money Laundering Directive (5AMLD) set to be adopted by the European Union is slowly forcing out crypto firms operating in the region. Deribit, a digital currency derivatives exchange based in the Netherlands, is the latest to announce an exit from the EU.
2020-1-10 17:24 | |
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A strict new regulatory regime is dawning upon European firms handling cryptocurrency. Here’s what AMLD5 will mean for the industry.
2020-1-10 12:00 | |
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The upcoming fifth Anti-Money Laundering Directive (AMLD5) within the European Union (EU) has already spelled the end for smaller crypto firms on the continent. In the latest, however, a secret memo between the Dutch Central Bank and the Minister of Finance indicates that crypto companies in Holland may face additional rules that go beyond what […] The post Smoking Gun: Dutch central bank caught overreaching in local crypto businesses appeared first on CryptoSlate.
2019-12-19 12:00 | |
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Fidelity Investments, one of the world’s most diversified financial services firms, today announced that it is establishing a new entity to serve European institutions investing in digital assets.
2019-12-17 18:16 | |
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The Economic Times reports that India is gearing up to seek ‘adequacy’ status with the European Union‘s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), a set of privacy laws adopted by the region in 2016 and enforced from last year.
2019-7-30 09:57 | |
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As much as 44% of European healthcare firms have never heard of blockchain, according to a new research by International Data Corporation
2019-6-12 16:20 | |
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Despite some banks touting dedicated crypto onboarding services, European cryptocurrency firms are struggling with an unfriendly banking sector and incredibly steep account fees.
2019-5-31 19:32 | |
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Over 100 firms including SWIFT, IBM and Ripple have joined a blockchain association officially launched by the European Commission on Wednesday.
2019-4-4 07:00 | |
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At a recent Ripple event, three of the company’s European business partners demonstrated how blockchain technology was helping them expand globally. These three firms were none other than Euro Exim Bank, Mercury FX and TransferGo.
2019-2-22 16:33 | |
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Following the precedent set by some European countries such as Austria, France, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom, New Zealand has indicated it will introduce a digital services tax. This is expected to affect internet giants such as Google and Facebook, according to the New Zealand Herald.
2019-2-18 16:00 | |
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The European Cryptocurrency Exchange, or EUCX (pronounced You See Ex) is a new cryptocurrency exchange with a global focus, based in the Netherlands, filling the European gap in secure and regulated exchanges aimed at the professional retail trader and boutique firms.
2019-1-4 15:03 | |
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German blockchain startup Bitwala has launched crypto banking in Germany. After securing €4 million (roughly $4. 5 million) from VC firms Earlybird and Coparion in September of 2018 to develop a crypto banking solution, the company has allegedly amassed a waiting list of 30,000 potential users.
2018-12-13 22:32 | |
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Blockchain firms want to stay on the good side of Europe, it seems. Ripple, NEM, and company have founded a new association to represent the interests of blockchain and cryptocurrency businesses across the continent.
2018-12-4 15:41 | |
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According to a fresh new study released by Outlier Ventures, a European economic research outfit, venture capital investments into various blockchain based projects have increased by a staggering 316% during the course of this year.
2018-11-23 03:36 | |
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Malta may have been the most talked about European country that pioneers cryptocurrency and blockchain activities. With exchange giants like Binance, Okex situated in Malta, as well as Blockchain firms which has led the country to bag the title “ Blockchain Island”, the Spaniards have been peering in closely and taking as much notes as […] The post A Crypto fiesta is Going Down in Spain; is Another Widespread Crypto Adaptation About to Happen? appeared first on ZyCrypto.
2018-11-11 13:50 | |
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The Securities and Markets Stakeholder Group (SMSG) has released a new report suggesting that the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) recommend to the European Commission that it regulate the cryptocurrency space with existing legislation rather than instilling new rules and laws.
2018-10-23 00:41 | |
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Various European countries are positioning themselves as welcoming to blockchain and cryptocurrency firms. Switzerland is one of the leaders in this regard. A few key projects have been identified as potential investment opportunities for Swiss speculators and wealthy individuals.
2018-9-2 23:00 | |
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According to research from S&P Global Market Intelligence released on August 23, 2018, European insurance firms trump their U. S. counterparts when it comes to the business attitude towards blockchain technology.
2018-8-25 20:30 | |
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Access to personal financial data and the emergence of blockchain technology have been the catalyst for a revolution in the banking sector. At the start of this year, banks within the European Union were ordered by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) to grant customers access to their personal data.
2018-7-31 20:42 | |
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“We have nothing to hide,” says Tory Reiss, VP of corporate development at TrustToken. Like the market’s most popular stablecoin, Tether, TrustToken's TrueUSD is fiat-collateralized.
2018-7-26 18:55 | |
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Malta-based tokenization platform STASIS has launched EURS, a stablecoin backed by the Euro. EURS, aiming to be the biggest "fully verified and collateralized stablecoin" in the world, launched with a $100 million pre-launch order book which is expected to hit $500 million by year’s end.
2018-7-16 19:46 | |
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Ever since the European Parliament adopted a supportive view toward the use of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies, more firms have been descending from the fence and dabbling in the sector for the first time.
2018-7-9 15:59 | |
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The solarisBank is working on a hybrid model of the future that ensure the coexistence of banking and blockchain firms to play a crucial role in the global economy. The post Germany’s solarisBank To Manage Crypto Corporate Accounts In The European Union appeared first on CoinSpeaker.
2018-7-9 12:02 | |
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Midas' Series A funding and mTokens' growth highlight a shift towards more transparent, flexible, and accessible onchain investment solutions. The post Midas secures $50M Series A as mTokens surpass $1.
BNP Paribas' crypto ETNs could significantly boost retail investor access to digital assets, potentially reshaping France's financial landscape. The post France’s largest bank to debut Bitcoin, Ether ETNs for French retail clients tomorrow appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
The bankruptcy and legal fallout from Goliath Ventures' Ponzi scheme could erode trust in crypto investments and impact financial regulations. The post Crypto firm Goliath Ventures files for bankruptcy after CEO arrested over alleged $328M Ponzi scheme appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Citigroup's potential acquisition could reshape its competitive landscape, leveraging freed capital for strategic growth and digital innovation. The post Citigroup said to weigh acquisition of US regional bank to strengthen deposits and lending appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Crusoe plans a new 900 MW Abilene AI campus for Microsoft, lifting total projected Texas site capacity to 2.1 GW. The post Microsoft secures 900 MW AI capacity at Crusoe Texas campus with mid 2027 target appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
ICE's substantial investment in Polymarket signals a growing institutional interest in prediction markets, potentially reshaping financial landscapes. The post NYSE owner Intercontinental Exchange invests $600 million in Polymarket appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Phong Le's share sale highlights the strategic financial maneuvers within Strategy, reflecting broader market dynamics and Bitcoin's influence. The post Strategy CEO Phong Le sells 3,299 shares for over $456,000 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.