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Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation is about to be implemented, and digital asset exchanges are preparing to comply. The new law’s requirements aim to protect investors, prevent financial crime, and ensure transparency. How are crypto exchanges reconsidering the options for…

UniCredit CEO Andrea Orcel voiced his support for a digital euro if only banks retain their central role in its implementation and operation. Digital euro could be a “very good” thing if financial lenders retain their central role, UniCredit CEO…

Cloud-based multi-asset platform Uphold has begun notifying some of its customers about its decision to suspend support for Tether’s USDT, and Gemini’s GUSD among other stablecoins. Multi-asset trading platform Uphold will cease support for a basket of stablecoins due to…

Digital asset trading platform Robinhood unveiled Solana-based services in Europe after delisting SOL in the U.S. due to regulatory concerns. 

Strike, a Bitcoin-only app, has expanded support to European customers following massive regional demand and rising cryptocurrency prices. 

Over 135 traditional financial institutions are providing crypto banking support as blockchain assets have recently experienced rapid adoption and mainstream press.

The Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) stands as a critical legislative framework in the EU, crafted to navigate the intricate world of crypto assets.

The crypto market appears to be highly concentrated, as only 10 exchanges process around 90% of all trades, according to a recent study done by the European securities regulator. A recent study conducted by the European Securities and Markets Authority…

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…