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Binance Crypto Custody License Application Denied by German Regulator BaFin: Report

[Jun 29, 2023 3:33 AM] Binance said it is continuing to comply with BaFin requirements in "a detailed and ongoing process."

Sam Altman's Worldcoin Integrates With Identity Management Software Okta as It Pushes Into Germany

[Jun 29, 2023 2:00 AM] World ID, which uses biometric data to verify users, helps apps distinguish between bots whilst being more private than alternatives like Google sign-in.

Honk if you love Bitcoin! Lightning takes the wheel of a European rally car adventure

[Jun 23, 2023 7:07 AM] With a comically loud horn, a candy machine and a jukebox filled with Mozart, metal and more, it's the "Bitcoin Ambassadors" rally car adventure.

German intelligence service launches dog-themed NFTs to fetch cyber talent

[Jun 22, 2023 12:17 AM] Nearly 1,000 NFTs have been put on Ethereum by Germany’s Federal Intelligence Service in its quest to recruit blockchain talent for the agency.

Deutsche Bank reportedly applies for digital asset custody license from BaFin

[Jun 20, 2023 6:13 AM] Germany’s banking industry is slowly warming up to the crypto sector, with multiple partnerships and crypto services launching in 2023 after a long, cautious approach.

BCB Group Abandons Sutor Bank Acquisition on Regulatory Delay

[Jun 14, 2023 10:10 AM] The payments processor also cited crypto market conditions as a reason for the exit.

Bitcoin Interest Hits Rock Bottom: Google Trends Data Shows Lowest Score in 7 Months

[Jun 5, 2023 8:30 AM] According to Google Trends, worldwide interest surrounding the term “bitcoin” has plummeted to its lowest point since October 2022, registering a mere 17 out of 100. The active interest for the term has taken a nosedive since June…

Germany’s Deutsche Telekom plugs in as Polygon validator

[Jun 1, 2023 2:29 AM] The German telecommunications firm looks to leverage its infrastructure in Web3, plugging in as a network validator for Ethereum scaling protocol Polygon.

Researchers propose new scheme to help courts test deanonymized blockchain data

[May 30, 2023 3:30 PM] A team of researchers proposed five “argumentative schemes” designed to protect the rights of crypto crime suspects while also helping investigators.

German banks slowly adopt crypto, mostly for institutional investors

[May 25, 2023 1:22 AM] Doubts regarding crypto remain among German banks, but there is a growing concern about missing out on a potentially game-changing development.

Ethereum price outlook weakens, but ETH derivatives suggest $1.6K is unlikely

[May 2, 2023 6:48 AM] Another top 20 U.S. bank bites the dust, but Ether’s price fails to benefit from the event.

European Union pushes forward with first AI framework: Law Decoded, April 24–May 1

[May 1, 2023 2:20 PM] High-risk tools will not be banned entirely, though they will be subjected to stricter transparency procedures.

EU data watchdog warns of ‘hell on Earth’ scenario for US AI companies

[Apr 25, 2023 10:45 AM] Europe's Data Protection Supervisor predicts trouble abroad and at home for U.S. AI companies that run afoul of GDPR.

German regulators launch inquiry into ChatGPT GDPR compliance

[Apr 24, 2023 2:10 PM] Germany becomes the latest European nation to officially question OpenAI’s compliance with GDPR.

What’s next for EU’s crypto industry as European Parliament passes MiCA?

[Apr 20, 2023 7:51 AM] What is the potential impact of MiCA on the EU crypto and blockchain market, and what other regulations can be expected for this rapidly evolving industry?

Crypto in Europe: Economist breaks down MiCA and future of stablecoins

[Apr 14, 2023 7:34 AM] A principal economist of the European Commission shares his views on stablecoins and the future of regulations in Europe.

Germany plans to issue electronic shares on blockchain, boost startups

[Apr 6, 2023 11:44 AM] Under the Future Finance Act, the German government is pushing for more welcoming regulations for startups working with financial innovation.

German Stock Exchange Boerse Stuttgart to Provide Crypto Custody Through Licensed Subsidiary

[Apr 2, 2023 4:30 AM] Blocknox, a subsidiary of one of Europe’s largest stock exchanges, Boerse Stuttgart, has been licensed to operate as a crypto custodian in Germany. The authorization will allow the company to offer custody services for digital assets to…

Germany’s Second-Largest Stock Exchange To Enable Institutional Bitcoin Trading Through Subsidiary

[Mar 31, 2023 10:38 AM] Boerse Stuttgart Digital has received its final license from Germany's financial regulator BaFin to offer bitcoin trading and custody. Boerse Stuttgart Digital, a subsidiary of the second largest stock exchange in Germany, has received the final…

BRICS Emerges as the World’s Largest GDP Bloc, Propelled by China’s Rapid Expansion

[Mar 31, 2023 10:30 AM] BRICS, a set of countries grouped as an alternative to the G7, is now the world’s largest gross domestic product (GDP) bloc, taking purchasing power parity into account, according to reports from Acorn Macro Consulting. Powered By…

Boerse Stuttgart Digital subsidiary receives final approval for crypto custody

[Mar 30, 2023 2:00 PM] With the licensing of the German exchange’s blocknox service, it now offers fully regulated brokerage, trading, and custody.

Stuttgart Stock Exchange Unit Secures BaFin License for Crypto Custody

[Mar 30, 2023 4:17 AM] Among the institutions it expects to make use of the offering are banks, brokers, asset managers and family offices.

G7 to collaborate on tighter crypto regulation: Report

[Mar 26, 2023 12:03 PM] Leaders from Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, France, Germany, and the European Union are expected to outline a global cooperative strategy for digital assets in May.

Shares of Deutsche Bank, Other Euro Lenders Tumble

[Mar 24, 2023 3:30 PM] Deutsche Bank shares plunged on Friday, along with the stocks of other European banks, amid investor concerns over the stability of the global banking sector. The drop comes in the aftermath of the recent emergency rescue of Credit Suisse and…

German Dwpbank to offer Bitcoin trading to 1,200 affiliate banks on new platform

[Mar 24, 2023 2:45 PM] Securities processor Deutsche WertpapierService Bank will provide its affiliates with seamless integration with their current offerings, with more digital assets to come.

European banks head into another weekend of uncertainty as default risks surge

[Mar 24, 2023 12:30 PM] An indicator of European bank default risk soars and stocks tumble on March 24 amid renewed fears surrounding the financial system.

German regulator BaFin suggests a 'case-by-case' approach for NFTs

[Mar 9, 2023 3:23 AM] Given the difficulties with classification, BaFin highlights the freedom of nonfungible tokens from licensing demands.

Germany’s DZ Bank to Offer Crypto Custody With Swiss Firm Metaco

[Feb 25, 2023 7:00 AM] The second-largest bank in Germany, DZ Bank, is preparing to become a provider of custody services for crypto assets. The offering will be facilitated by a partnership with Metaco, a Swiss company that specializes in helping financial institutions…

Industrial Giant Siemens Issues €60 Million Digital Bond on Blockchain

[Feb 15, 2023 11:00 PM] German conglomerate Siemens has for the first time issued a blockchain-based digital bond denominated in euros. In an announcement, the corporation highlighted the benefits of using blockchain, including the opportunity for direct sale to…

German DekaBank plans to launch tokenization platform by 2024

[Feb 9, 2023 7:00 AM] DekaBank’s partnership with Metaco is not about cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin but the tokenization of bonds and stocks.