Business 4 April 2019

Over 100 organizations join EU-backed blockchain association

Ripple, IOTA, and over 100 other cryptocurrencies recently launched the International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications.

Tech 4 April 2019

Regulations not necessary for blockchain: Austrian economics minister

At a recent blockchain summit, several European leaders discussed the development of blockchain technology, and suggested regulations will only hold it back.

Tech 12 March 2019

Report calls on EU to stay ahead of US, China in blockchain race

A recent report calls on Europe to set the standard for blockchain technology, and gives specific direction on how to do so.

Business 1 March 2019

European Securities and Markets Authorities suggests new crypto rules

Steven Maijoor, Chairman of the European Securities and Markets Authority, claimed that crypto assets are there to help investors and not to hinder them.

Business 1 March 2019

France, Germany lead the blockchain charge across Europe

The European Union (EU) is quickly setting itself up to be the global leader behind blockchain adoption.

Business 21 January 2019

Separation of the states: How the US, EU differ on crypto

Cryptocurrency is meant to be a global currency. However, when it comes to regulating the space, it is obvious that there is no global consensus. The U.S. appears to be addressing the space in one manner, while the European Union is formulating its own plan.

Business 20 December 2018

ETSI establishes blockchain standards group

The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) has announced it will corral major industry players together to discuss and explore blockchain technology.

Business 10 December 2018

Zug, Switzerland is the fastest-growing tech destination in Europe

Zug, the Swiss city that has been dubbed “Crypto Valley” because of its growing innovation community, is now the fastest-growing tech hub in Europe.

Business 22 October 2018

Crypto’s the bad guy? European banks reportedly help users steal $63B

A published report conducted by undercover journalist revealed that banks across Europe helped their clients illegally take $63 billion in taxes.

Business 4 October 2018

Belgium, Netherlands see increasing number of crypto ATMs: study

Data released by Statista showed that as of August, Amsterdam is leading the race with about 12 crypto ATMs installed, while Luxembourg is lagging behind despite it being a global center of traditional finances.

Business 27 August 2018

Canada’s Coinsquare crypto exchange ready to test European waters

Coinsquare, considered the biggest crypto trading service in Canada, announced its plans to test the European waters by the fourth quarter of 2018. ​

Business 9 May 2018

European cryptocurrency brokers appeal for transparent regulation

Some of the largest cryptocurrency brokers in Europe are joining calls for regulation in the cryptocurrency space, asking for their own market to become more regulated sooner rather than later.