The EBF calls itself the voice of the European banking sector; it expressed its support for European digital money, with suggestions of its own.
UBS’s acquisition of Credit Suisse brings some good and bad for crypto
Many in Switzerland have said that UBS’ takeover of Credit Suisse was necessary to avoid a calamitous banking crisis like that seen in 2008.
European DeFi startups saw 120% increase in VC investment in 2022: Data
Despite the ongoing tumultuous market conditions, VC investments in European crypto startups hit an all-time high of $5.7 billion in 2022.
European banks head into another weekend of uncertainty as default risks surge
An indicator of European bank default risk soars and stocks tumble on March 24 amid renewed fears surrounding the financial system.
eToro raises $250M after terminating SPAC deal
The Israel-based firm raised capital for the first time since 2018, after failing to go public in 2022 through a SPAC merger.
‘No shortage of passion in the Parisian people’ for PBW amid protests — Animoca Brands CEO
As it hosts Paris Blockchain Week, France’s capital city has seen protests following the government pushing through a bill raising the national retirement age from 62 to 64.
European Crypto Startups Raised Record $5.7B in VC Funding in 2022
A new report from crypto VC firm RockawayX and startup data provider Dealroom showed strength in the region despite the crypto winter.
EU MiCA crypto regulation is a ‘balancing act’: Paris Blockchain Week 2023
Industry experts and regulators weigh in on the European Union’s proposed MiCA rules at Paris Blockchain Week.
Trading Platform Talos Adds Crypto Market Liquidity in Tie Up With Keyrock
The agreement with the Belgian market maker is part of Talos’ ongoing expansion into Europe.
UBS Group doubles offer and acquires Credit Suisse for $2B
Swiss authorities agreed to change the country’s regulations to bypass a shareholder vote and announce the deal over the weekend.
European Parliament votes to form final law on EU digital wallet
Introduced in 2021, the European Digital Identity framework aims to enable and protect the digital identity of EU citizens.
Banking Crisis in U.S. Likely to Push Crypto Firms Offshore
It’s not the end of crypto: EU asset manager gives 5 reasons why
Despite Bitcoin failing as an inflation hedge in 2022 and 2021, its limited supply may still attract more attention if inflation remains above the central banks’ targets.
EU Commission to ensure ‘healthy competition’ in the Metaverse
Margrethe Vestager, the executive vice president of the European Commission, stressed the need to anticipate and plan for changes in technological advancements.
War had no impact on Ukraine’s regulatory approach to crypto, Kyiv lawmaker says
The adoption of crypto law in Ukraine has been slowed down mainly due to the need to adapt it to tax and civil codes, an official told Cointelegraph in an exclusive interview.
The limitations of the EU’s new cryptocurrency regulations
By the time MiCA makes it through the EU, will it be enough to effectively regulate the crypto industry on the continent?
France pilots in-store crypto payments as Binance partners with Ingenico
A new partnership between Binance and Ingenico allows in-store payments in France via Binance Pay.
European Union discusses using zero-knowledge proofs for digital IDs
The proposition to use zero-knowledge proofs was approved by the EU Committee and may become part of the updated legislation.
Deutsche Bank’s DWS eyes 2 German crypto firms for investment: Report
Companies negotiating with DWS Group include Deutsche Digital Assets, a crypto exchange-traded products provider, and market maker Tradias.
Euro stablecoin launched in Finland, claims to be first approved in the EU
USDC issuer Circle Inc. previously released a euro-backed stablecoin that is regulated in the United States.