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France, Austria, and Italy Push for Enhanced EU Regulation of Crypto Markets

Regulators advocate for stricter EU oversight to safeguard investors in the wake of diverse compliance with MiCA regulations.

Crypto

Gemini Expands Services in Europe with Staking and Perpetual Futures

Crypto exchange Gemini has introduced staking for ether and solana, along with perpetual futures contracts for EU customers.

Finance

ECB Proposes Digital Euro as an Essential Backup During Crisis Events

A central bank digital currency is vital for ensuring payment continuity amid major disruptions, says ECB board member.

Finance

ECB's Lagarde Advocates for Strict Regulations on Foreign Stablecoins

Christine Lagarde emphasizes the necessity for foreign stablecoins to adhere to the EU's regulatory framework.

Crypto

USDG Launches in Europe as a Fully Regulated Stablecoin

The fully compliant USDG, a global dollar-backed stablecoin, is now available in the EU, backed by major players including Robinhood and Kraken.

Crypto

Gemini Launches Tokenized Stocks for EU Customers with Strategy Shares

Gemini has partnered with Dinari to introduce tokenized U.S. stocks for users in the European Union.

Altcoins

Coinbase Becomes the First U.S. Exchange to Secure EU-Wide Crypto License

Coinbase has made headlines by being the first cryptocurrency exchange from the United States to acquire a MiCA license, allowing it to operate across the European Union.

Crypto

Coinbase Secures MiCA License in Luxembourg to Operate Across Europe

Coinbase has successfully obtained the Markets in Crypto Assets license from Luxembourg, allowing it to provide services throughout the European Economic Area.

Legal

Rapid Approval of Crypto Licenses Sparks Controversy in the EU

The EU's new crypto regulations have triggered a race for licenses among major exchanges, raising concerns among regulators about compliance and oversight.

Altcoins

BitGo Aims for European Expansion Following MiCA License Approval from BaFin

BitGo, the esteemed cryptocurrency custody provider, targets European growth after obtaining the MiCA license from Germany’s BaFin.

Crypto

EU Set to Enforce Ban on Privacy Coins by 2027

The European Union is planning to outlaw privacy coins and anonymous crypto wallets as part of new anti-money laundering regulations set to come into effect on July 1, 2027.

Crypto

EU's New Attack on Crypto: Google Ad Ban Initiates Severe Crackdown While EU Falls Behind

The European Union tightens its grip on cryptocurrency regulations with a significant advertising ban from Google, potentially stifling innovation within the region.

Blockchain

PwC Italy and SKChain Advisors Collaborate on Blockchain-Based EU Digital Identity Solution

A new digital identity product for European companies will facilitate secure access to digital platforms, including Web3.

Crypto

EU's Regulatory Pressure on OKX Amid Bybit Hack Investigation

The European Union threatens to revoke OKX's MiCA license in connection with a major hack on Bybit, raising concerns about regulatory compliance in the crypto space.

Altcoins

EU Regulators Examine OKX Linked to Bybit Hack Money Laundering

European Union regulators are investigating whether OKX's Web3 services were involved in laundering $100 million related to the Bybit hack.

Crypto

European Union Targets Russian Crypto Exchange Garantex with Sanctions

Garantex, the cryptocurrency exchange based in Russia, has been added to the EU's sanctions list due to its connections with Russian banks under existing sanctions.

Crypto

Kraken Obtains EU License for Derivatives Trading

Crypto exchange Kraken has successfully acquired a MiFID license, allowing it to offer crypto derivatives in the European market.

Cryptocurrency News

OKX Secures MiCA Certification, Enhancing Presence in EU; Robinhood and BitPanda Join In

After obtaining MiCA certification, OKX is now authorized to operate across 27 EU member states, marking a significant advancement for cryptocurrency services in Europe.