Germany’s central bank partners with MIT on digital euro privacy research
Germany is MIT’s fourth central bank partner in a study that will focus on the digital euro, although Bundesbank has speculated there could be other applications.
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German regulator BaFin calls for responsible AI use and regulation that avoids unnecessary bureaucracy
Bafin's Director, Dr. Thorsten Pötzsch, has highlighted the need for practical EU regulation and also called for companies to "manage their risks from cyber-attacks" and "handle data and AI responsibly."
Germany’s Union Investment diversifies portfolio with new blockchain fund
The UniThemen Blockchain Fund by Union Investment will operate a multifaceted strategy, holding actual digital currencies and stocks linked to blockchain.
AI regulation on top of Italy’s priority list as it takes on G7 presidency
Italy, as the new G7 president, prioritizes AI regulation for industry innovation, with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni planning a dedicated session before the G7 summit to establish cohesive regulations.
Germany’s KfW to roll out tokenized bond in 2024
German financial institution KfW is eyeing a 2024 launch for its fully decentralized tokenized bonds, building on its earlier digital bond offering, showcasing blockchain's potential for transparency and market expansion.
Commerzbank secures digital asset custody license in Germany
Commerzbank’s foray into digital currencies may increase adoption, given that it has nearly 11 million small-business and private customers in Germany and 30% foreign trade transactions.
Deutsche Börse digital currency exchange planned for 2024 launch
Deutsche Börse aims to launch a digital asset exchange by 2024, introducing a stablecoin and expanding into tokenized securities to reflect the broader industry shift.
Fredrik Keitel: Most people aren’t aware of BSV blockchain’s capability
Fredrik Keitel believes there needs to be better communication and more events targeting a broad audience to demonstrate the capabilities of the BSV blockchain.
Deutsche Bank strikes partnership with Taurus to offer digital currency custodial services
Deutsche Bank partners with Taurus to offer digital asset custody services, aligning with EU's MiCA regulation, and marking a strategic move into the digital asset space.
Germany devises AI investment plan to match US
Germany pursues its ambition to double down on AI funding, with Bettina Stark-Watzinger saying the plan would support further innovation and create regulatory initiatives amid threats posed by the technology.
UK, France and Germany all crack down on Worldcoin
In the U.K., the Information Commissioner's Office is investigating WorldCoin over its data handling and processing, while Germany and France deem its data collection process questionable.
Germany’s central bank explores legality of deposit tokens, pokes holes in blockchain
Deutsche Bundesbank notes that existing legislation does not provide whether or not tokenized deposits will be considered deposits in the natural sense.