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Europe News
Europe is a continent comprising the westernmost part of Eurasia. According to the United Nations, there are 44 countries in Europe, of which 27 are members of the European Union. The EU has the world’s third-largest economy by gross domestic product, or GDP, and purchasing power parity.
Europe is also a burgeoning hub for cryptocurrency innovation. Several European nations have embraced cryptocurrency, fostering a crypto-friendly environment within the region. Regulatory frameworks, such as the Markets in Crypto-assets Regulation (MiCA), have been proposed by the European Union to standardize crypto regulations across member states. These regulations aim to provide clarity and security to investors and businesses operating in the crypto space.
Liechtenstein, a small European country, introduced a new blockchain law that allows seamless tokenization of assets and rights, eliminating the need for legal workarounds. This enhances the country’s ability to legally host various digital tokens. Countries like Switzerland and Estonia have also gained recognition for crypto-friendly policies.
Switzerland, often dubbed “Crypto Valley,” hosts numerous blockchain startups and cryptocurrency companies due to its favorable regulations and supportive government initiatives. Estonia, on the other hand, offers e-residency programs, attracting digital entrepreneurs and blockchain businesses from around the world. Additionally, Malta boasts progressive cryptocurrency regulations, positioning itself as the “Blockchain Island” and a global hub for digital asset innovation and businesses.
Europe’s proactive approach toward cryptocurrency regulation and its rich technological infrastructure position the continent as a prominent player in the global crypto landscape, encouraging innovation and investment in the digital asset sector.
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The Office of Foreign Assets Control said it was taking additional action against the crypto exchange after including it on its list of Specially Designated Nationals in 2022.
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Spar will launch crypto and stablecoin payments across 300 Swiss supermarkets via Binance Pay and DFX.swiss, marking a retail first for the country.
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Stablecoin laws are popping up all over the globe, but their differences could spell trouble for cross-border crypto projects.
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Decubate, a Netherlands-based crypto launchpad platform, secured full regulatory approval under MiCAR to operate in the EU.
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The European Banking Authority completed draft rules requiring banks to assign a 1,250% risk weight to unbacked cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether.
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Apex Fusion will debut Vector, a Cardano-aligned blockchain that claims instant finality and 10x transaction speed, at Rare Evo on Saturday.
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With 19 EU member states backing it, the Chat Control proposal could mandate pre-encryption message scanning on apps like WhatsApp and Signal by October.
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ECB Executive Board member Piero Cipollone said that a digital euro will not replace physical money but complement it to preserve payment autonomy.
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AllUnity’s EURAU stablecoin launches as euro-denominated stablecoins account for just 0.2% of the stablecoin market despite surging 60% since late 2024.
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Robinhood saw its crypto revenue almost double to $160 million as CEO Vladimir Tenev confirmed plans to keep pushing its tokenization strategy in the US and abroad.
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The US Genius Act is similar to Europe's MiCA in spirit, but also is "more lenient" in some areas, ECB adviser Jürgen Schaaf said.
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The crypto industry in the UK is pushing for the government to change the rules of the road, and it just may be working.
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Societe Generale will provide liquidity for 21Shares’ Bitcoin and Ethereum ETPs, expanding access for institutional crypto investors in Europe.
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Wealthy crypto investors are attracted to golden visa programs thanks to their residency and tax benefits, but their list of options is getting shorter.
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