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Uphold to delist USDT and 5 stablecoins by July 1, citing MiCA

[Jun 18, 2024 1:13 AM] Apart from Uphold, other major crypto exchanges, including Binance, Kraken and OKX, also tweaked their stablecoin listing policies to comply with MiCA regulations.

Europe’s crypto industry can ‘sleep better at night’ with new parliament

[Jun 16, 2024 8:19 AM] The European elections have formed a new EU Parliament that will rule for the next five years.

Storm Partners launches Web3 innovation sandbox in Geneva

[Jun 14, 2024 3:47 AM] The new blockchain sandbox aims to bolster Geneva’s status as an emerging crypto hub.

MiCA regulation takes shape under EBA’s newest guidelines

[Jun 13, 2024 3:24 PM] The European Banking Authority has introduced a series of technical standards and guidelines for token issuers as MiCA implementation moves forward.

EU elections 2024: Pro-crypto parties pick up seats amid Green losses

[Jun 11, 2024 7:31 AM] The European elections have caused a stir, but several pro-crypto or crypto-supportive parties have gained seats.

Germans split on digital euro, most don’t know what it is: Survey

[Jun 4, 2024 7:58 PM] Most Germans have never heard of the digital euro and some who knew of it thought it was a cryptocurrency, a central bank survey found.

EU elections 'wildcard' could pave the way for first Ether ETF

[Jun 3, 2024 4:59 AM] The outcome of the elections will be a pivotal moment for the implementation of the MiCA regulatory framework and the approval of the first spot Ether ETF.

OKX expands to the Netherlands with new crypto exchange and wallet

[Jun 3, 2024 2:30 AM] Previously known as Okcoin Europe, OKX began serving users in the Netherlands in 2021 after registering with the Dutch central bank.

Global Crypto Ownership Reaches 562 Million: 6.8% of World Population Now Own and Use Digital Currencies

[May 31, 2024 7:22 PM] A new report reveals that 562 million people globally now own digital currencies, an increase from 420 million in 2023, making up 6.8% of the world’s population. Asia is at the forefront of this growth, with North America close behind…

ESMA labels MEV as 'market abuse’ in latest consultation paper

[May 28, 2024 10:47 AM] The European Union's Securities and Markets Authority has recommended treating miner-extracted value (MEV) as a form of market abuse under the MiCA regulatory framework.

Worldcoin faces bans worldwide amid increasing privacy fears

[May 27, 2024 7:26 AM] Regulators across the world are banning Worldcoin, which collects biometric data for a small payment of its native cryptocurrency.

EU Commission urged to prepare for blockchain and AI integration

[May 27, 2024 1:44 AM] Decentralized AI networks, enhancement of smart contracts and emerging DeFi protocols are some of the upcoming trends in blockchain, according to EUBOF.

Crypto Biz: Kraken denies USDT delisting, crypto custody on the rise, and more

[May 24, 2024 3:30 PM] This week’s Crypto Biz explores Kraken’s stablecoin plans in Europe, the departure of Grayscale’s CEO, Prometheum’s Ether custody service that treats ETH as a security, and more.

EU says ChatGPT outputs too much false information to comply with rules

[May 24, 2024 1:55 PM] While the assessment remains ongoing, OpenAI appears to have made little in the way of progress since 2023.

Kraken Insists It Will Keep USDT Listed in European Markets

[May 20, 2024 7:39 PM] Kraken, a U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange, insists it will keep USDT listed in European markets as long as regulations regarding stablecoins are not finalized. Mark Greenberg, Global Head of Kraken’s Asset Growth and Management Business…

Microsoft faces multi-billion dollar fine in EU over Bing AI

[May 18, 2024 2:01 PM] The Redmond company could be fined as much as 1% of its annual revenue if it doesn’t respond by May 27.

Kraken considers dropping USDT in Europe ahead of new regulations

[May 17, 2024 11:11 AM] With new regulations in Europe set to enforce strict limits on transactions and reserve requirements, Kraken is assessing its stablecoins listing.

DeFi may struggle to stay decentralized after new EU law

[May 14, 2024 7:08 AM] DeFi’s exemption from MiCA regulation may fade as an update targets protocols with centralized components. The sector could split between hybrid and DeFi models.

Amazon-backed Anthropic brings Claude AI chatbot to European users

[May 14, 2024 4:26 AM] Amazon and Google-backed AI startup Anthropic launches its powerful Claude chatbot in Europe, boasting strong language skills and real-time information access. Cointelegraph put it to the test.

Blockchain adoption in healthcare faces serious obstacles in Germany

[May 12, 2024 3:01 PM] Blockchain technology could enhance healthcare digitalization, but privacy concerns are hampering adoption.

Bitcoin Down 20% From March But Glassnode Analysts Are Very Bullish: Here’s Why

[May 10, 2024 7:00 PM] Bitcoin might have posted the deepest correction since the FTX crash in November 2022, dipping over 20% from its all-time high of around $74,000. However, Glassnode analysts, while sharing their preview on X, remain cautiously optimistic.  Bitcoin…

EU crypto regulations undermined by lack of enforcement, say observers

[May 7, 2024 9:44 AM] The European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation is being phased in, but regulators have reportedly been inconsistent in enforcing existing laws.

Central banks must revise business model, embrace CBDCs — ECB member

[May 6, 2024 3:10 PM] Bundesbank’s president Joachim Nagel urged central banks to revamp their business models and adopt digital currencies during the BIS Innovation Summit.

Microsoft pours $2.2B into Malaysia for cloud, AI expansion

[May 2, 2024 3:24 AM] In a statement, Microsoft said it will collaborate with the Malaysian government to establish a “national AI Center of Excellence” and improve cybersecurity capabilities.

Former FTX Europe Head Pays $1.5M for Gold Watch Recovered From Titanic: WSJ

[May 2, 2024 1:48 AM] Patrick Gruhn, the former head of FTX Europe, has paid nearly $1.5 million for a gold pocket watch recovered from the body of the Titanic’s richest passenger, The Wall Street Journal has reported.

Binance sued in Canada, CZ could serve 36 months in prison: Law Decoded

[Apr 29, 2024 1:05 PM] Cryptocurrency exchange Binance is under legal pressure in Canada and the Philippines, while U.S. prosecutors are demanding 36 months in prison for Changpeng Zhao.

Crypto Banking Firm BCB Group Secures Digital Asset and Electronic Money License in France

[Apr 29, 2024 7:00 AM]

Europe needs ‘Airbus for the metaverse’ to become global Web4 leader

[Apr 28, 2024 11:09 AM] Analysts from the London School of Economics and Political Science say a pan-European industrial cluster is necessary for the EU to compete in Web4.

EU DeFi regulations set to welcome big banks, challenge crypto natives

[Apr 26, 2024 2:26 PM] New rules under the MiCA framework may encourage big banks to enter the DeFi space, potentially complicating compliance for native crypto projects.

EU touts health benefits for children in the metaverse despite risks

[Apr 26, 2024 10:03 AM] The European Union’s in-house think tanks says the metaverse can help children heal from diseases.