The bloc’s executive arm is commissioning a $842K study as it considers what to do about energy-hungry proof-of-work technology
EU’s Banking Regulator Highlights AML Risks in Privacy Coins, Self-Hosted Wallets
The European Banking Authority wants to extend money laundering guidance to crypto firms and banks that trade with them
EU Banks Could Access Stablecoins More Easily Under Leaked Plans
The European Commission’s plans could moderate a push from Parliament to discourage crypto holdings as it debates new capital requirements for banks.
EU Consultation Warns on Risk of Big Players Becoming Metaverse Gatekeepers
The European Commission raises risks to privacy, openness, cybersecurity and equality in online virtual worlds
EU Parliament’s Smart Contract Plans Limit Standard-Setting Promise, EU Commissioner Says
Controversial lawmaker proposals on data use may no longer meet original objectives, Thierry Breton told reporters
EU Metaverse Policy Should Consider Discrimination, Safety, Data Controls: Commission Official
The European Commission plans to set out its policy on virtual worlds in May.
European Ministers Call on EU Commission to Regulate Stablecoins
Finance ministers from five European countries have called on the EU Commission to introduce tough regulation for stablecoins.
EU Launches Estimated €400M Blockchain, AI Fund to Avoid Lagging US, China
A new fund has been set up with the aim of preventing the EU falling behind nations like the U.S. and China on blockchain and AI innovation.
Sandboxes Aren’t Enough: Blockchain Leaders Seek Regulation Relief
Even in blockchain-friendly jurisdictions, some say regulatory hurdles and old mindsets are holding back innovation and growth for the industry.
The EU Wants to Hear Your Questions About Blockchain
The EU Blockchain Observatory and Forum is hosting a live AMA session to let the general public ask any questions they have about blockchain.
EU Agencies to Offer €100K Prize at Blockchain Hackathon
The EU Commission and the EU Intellectual Property Office will host a hackathon to explore blockchain use cases for intellectual property protection.