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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…
The European Central Bank (ECB) has pledged to introduce upgraded privacy measures for the digital euro, guaranteeing robust data protection and privacy standards.
Jupiter Asset Management (JUN) is withdrawing its investment in one of its exchange-traded cryptocurrency products (ETPs). JUN, a London-listed firm with more than $65.8 billion in assets under management, has pulled out of the investment due to compliance issues, the…
With the lack of regulatory clarity and willingness to work with the blockchain in the US, migration to the EU and APAC regions will continue to trend.
Kraken, a cryptocurrency exchange, has recently been licensed to operate in the Netherlands.
A cryptocurrency exchange survey found that cryptocurrency adoption continues to increase in Europe. According to Binance Square, high yield, decentralization, and innovation are key motivators for Europeans entering the cryptocurrency market. In total, 10,498 people made up the sample for…
Despite the availability of over 15 platforms facilitating euro-denominated trading with crypto, only a few attract substantial trading volume, Kaiko says. Cryptocurrency exchanges Bitvavo, Kraken, Coinbase, Bitstamp, and Binance collectively dominate the landscape of euro-denominated trading volume, accounting for over…
While Americans have seen the adoption of Bitcoin (BTC) spot and futures ETFs, the situation in Europe is different. Bitcoin ETFs have been a hot topic for many months, as the approval of ETFs based on actual Bitcoin in the…
The European Council and Parliament have provisionally agreed on stricter regulations for cryptocurrency firms to enhance anti-money laundering measures in the sector.
Here, we look at the current state of cryptocurrency regulations and talk to experts on what to expect in 2024. As we step into the new year, analysts expect to see a surge in regulatory clampdowns in the crypto space.…
The European Banking Authority (EBA) is proposing testing to see if tensions in non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs), including cryptocurrency-related entities, will impact lenders. According to the Financial Times, EBA chairman José Manuel Campa expressed concern about the need to “deepen…
The former head of the BitMEX cryptocurrency exchange, Alexander Höptner, will head a new company to issue a stablecoin pegged to the euro. The European Union’s new regime for crypto assets, which includes rules for stablecoins, offers a clearer path…
Robinhood Markets Inc. launches a new application for commission-free cryptocurrency trading in the European Union. According to Bloomberg, the new application will allow European investors to buy and sell more than 25 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana…
In a consultation paper released on Nov. 24, the European Banking Authority (EBA), an EU agency tasked with implementing a standard set of rules to regulate banking across all EU countries, highlights that existing regulations governing Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) standards compliance for crypto providers are inadequate.Â
The Belgian government has announced plans to expedite the development of a European blockchain infrastructure during its EU Council presidency in early 2024. The proposal aims to enhance the secure management and storage of official documents, including driving licenses and…
Coinbase’s executive responsible for international expansion, Nana Murugesan, will leave the firm in 2024 amid EU expansion. Coinbase’s Vice President of International and Business Development, Nana Murugesan, is leaving the crypto exchange as the company seeks to expand services in…