The latest regulatory approval for the crypto exchange comes within weeks of getting a MPI license from regulators in Singapore
Crypto.com Approved to Operate in Spain
The crypto exchange said it has registered as a virtual asset service provider with the country’s central bank following a “comprehensive” compliance review.
Crypto Exchange Bit2Me Raises $15M to Grow in Spain and Latin America
The investment round included Telefónica Ventures, the investment arm of Spain’s largest telecommunications company Telefónica.
Spanish tax agency to send over 328K notices to crypto holders
According to the fiscal authority, the number of potential taxpayers who failed to declare their crypto assets rose by 40% in a year.
Bit2Me and Mastercard launch debit card with crypto cashback
The new debit card builds on technology already in place in the existing Bit2Me crypto card, but this time, card holders are eligible for up to 9% crypto cashback.
Bitzlato CEO arrested by Spanish police: Report
Authorities seized an estimated $19.8 million worth of crypto, fiat and luxury goods from Bitzlato executives related to an ongoing money laundering investigation.
Spain’s central bank approves euro-linked token pilot as part of sandbox initiative: Report
To use the tokens, users will need to verify their identity through phone and video identification, and load their wallet with real euros.
Crypto billionaires’ subsequent deaths spark wild theories among the community
Many blamed the deaths on billionaires’ past, while others suspected some form of foul play and even execution.
Australia overtakes El Salvador to become 4th largest crypto ATM hub
El Salvador’s position as the fourth-largest crypto ATM hub was short-lived as Australia stepped up its game over the following months.
Spain for the win? Top 3 fan tokens to watch during the FIFA World Cup
Spain, Portugal and Brazil national teams’ fan tokens are experiencing a price boom as the World Cup gets underway.
Bitstamp gets a crypto license from the Bank of Spain
The EU-based exchange became the 46th crypto business to obtain a permit to offer virtual currency exchange services for fiat currency in the country.
Spain overtakes El Salvador to become third largest crypto ATM hub
Spain currently hosts 215 crypto ATMs, pushing El Salvador — home to 212 crypto ATMs — down to the fourth position after surpassing the country by 3 crypto ATMs.
Bit2Me to onboard 100k blocked crypto investors from 2gether exchange
On July 10, Spanish cryptocurrency trading platform 2gether shut down its free trading services, citing its inability to justify its related operational costs due to crypto winter.
Bitpanda cryptocurrency exchange scores registration in Spain
Previously, the Austrian company has obtained licenses in France, Italy, Sweden and Czech Republic.
Binance reportedly halts crypto derivatives service in Spain
Binance is expected to reintroduce the derivatives option only after receiving regulatory approval in the form of a guarantee certificate from the Bank of Spain.
Innovation and experimentation: Spain’s blockchain sector in 2021
Development of the Spanish blockchain and cryptocurrency industries continued apace in 2021.
Clampdown on crypto ads: A one-off or a new phase of global regulation?
Intensified scrutiny of digital asset ads is a growing trend, but it’s not clear if it is inextricable from crypto regulation’s evolution.
Law Decoded: When central banks seek public discussion, Jan. 17–24
As the Federal reserve releases its position paper on CBDCs, the Russian Central Bank instigates yet another crypto ban scare.
Spanish lawmaker sees opportunity amid Kazakhstan’s Bitcoin mining collapse
As the Bitcoin mining industry matures, it will seek stable political environments and stable energy sources.
Spanish LGBT token responds to critics, says it expects listings soon
The MariCoin project was among 10 projects chosen for the Algorand Foundation accelerator program in November 2021.