Kleinwort Hambros, a Societe Generale-owned bank and wealth manager, has launched a Luxembourg-listed blockchain exchange-traded note.
EU Blockchain Group Launches With SWIFT, Ripple Onboard
Over 100 firms including SWIFT, IBM and Ripple have joined a blockchain association officially launched by the European Commission on Wednesday.
A Small Bank in Germany Is Now Nearly 30% Owned by Crypto Companies
The blockchain startup Nimiq has just joined the ranks of WEG Bank AG shareholders like TokenPay and the Litecoin Foundation.
Craig Wright’s nChain Is Hiring a Lawyer to Protect Its Crypto Patents
nChain, founded by self-styled bitcoin inventor Craig S. Wright, is looking for a patent counsel to manage its portfolio of blockchain-related IP.
Swiss Watchdog Rules Crypto Miner’s ICO ‘Seriously Violated’ Laws
Switzerland’s finance regulator has found that crypto mining firm Envion’s $90 million ICO took deposits from investors unlawfully.
Alleged BTC-e Operator Alexander Vinnik Seeks Extradition to Russia
Alleged bitcoin launderer Alexander Vinnik, who is wanted by several countries, has filed in Greece for extradition to Russia.
UK Parliament Presented Showcase of Real-World Blockchain Applications
The U.K. Parliament has been presented demos of real-world blockchain applications designed to educate policymakers.
Malta Teams With Crypto Security Firm to Manage Financial Crimes Risk
Malta is turning to crypto sleuthing startup CipherTrace for technical help addressing the risk of financial crimes in its digital asset industry.
EU Report: Blockchain Adoption Will Be Led by Permissioned Platforms
Blockchain adoption will be led by permissioned platforms focused on specific use cases or user bases, according to a new EU report.
73% of UK Consumers Say They Don’t Know What Cryptocurrency Is
Three-quarters of U.K. consumers don’t know what a cryptocurrency is or can’t define it, according to a survey by the nation’s financial regulator.
French President Says Blockchain Could Put Europe at ‘Vanguard’ of Innovation
Emmanuel Macron has called for increased use of data technologies such as blockchain in the EU to benefit agriculture and consumers.
Coinbase Acquires Blockchain-Tracking Startup Neutrino for Undisclosed Price
Coinbase has acquired blockchain analytics startup Neutrino as part of a push to offer more diverse crypto assets.
Germany Seeking Industry Feedback for National Blockchain Strategy
The German government is soliciting industry feedback ahead of developing a blockchain strategy by summer, according to Reuters.
Luxembourg Passes Bill to Give Blockchain Securities Legal Status
Securities issued on blockchains in Luxembourg now have the same legal status as traditional securities, after the passing of a new bill.
UK Firm Gets Regulatory Green Light to Offer Crypto Derivatives
London-based OTC firm B2C2 has just been authorized by the U.K.’s financial watchdog to offer cryptocurrency contracts for difference (CFDs).
IOTA: Almost All Tokens From $11 Million Hack Have Been Found
Almost all of roughly $11 million-worth of iota tokens alleged to have been stolen by a British man have been found.
Italy’s Senate Moves to Set Legal Foundation for Blockchain Timestamps
The Italian government could soon amend a law to allow legalized blockchain verification of documents.
Suspect Behind $11 Million Crypto Theft Arrested in Europol-Led Operation
An investigation by Europol and other police agencies has led to the arrest of a British suspect allegedly behind a spate of crypto thefts.
UK Financial Watchdog Plans Oversight of Security Tokens, Some Stablecoins
The U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority has proposed guidance for how various crypto assets should be regulated in the country.
Dutch Financial Authorities Plan Licensing Scheme for Crypto Exchanges
Financial authorities in the Netherlands plan a licensing scheme for crypto exchanges and wallet providers to lower the risk of financial crimes.