European Regulators

France proposed the change as part of a package of reforms to strengthen financial regulation across Europe.

By Tanzeel Akhtar

Jul 13, 2021 at 6:22 p.m. UTC

Jul 13, 2021

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China

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Sells Off as Regulatory Concerns Resurface

“We expect volatility to remain under pressure until mid [to] late August,” said one trading firm.

By Damanick Dantes Frances Yue

Jul 8, 2021 at 8:25 p.m. UTC

Jul 8, 2021

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Fundraising

Crypto Long & Short: Bitpanda’s Raise Is About More Than Market Infrastructure

The $170 million funding round highlights the explosive growth of crypto as an asset class – and the potential of the European market.

By Noelle Acheson

Mar 21, 2021 at 9:03 p.m. UTC

Mar 21, 2021

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Ecb

ECB Wants to Be Able to Veto Stablecoins Like Diem in the EU

The ECB believes it should have the final say ahead of any proposed stablecoin launches.

By Jamie Crawley

Feb 23, 2021 at 12:34 p.m. UTC

Feb 23, 2021

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Binance

Binance Denies Report It Was Blocked From Installing Its CEO on Board of Failing Bank

Crypto exchange Binance said the FMA had not rejected an application for CEO Changpeng Zhao to join the board of the now-defunct Union Bank.

By Paddy Baker

Aug 11, 2020 at 4:14 p.m. UTC

Aug 11, 2020

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Crime

Police in Spain Say Bitcoin ATMs Expose Problems in Europe's AML Laws

Spanish police authorities are raising the alarm because a recent criminal case involved the use of bitcoin ATMs, making their jobs more difficult.

By Diana Aguilar

Jul 11, 2019 at 10:00 p.m. UTC

Jul 11, 2019

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Eba

3 EU Watchdogs Warn Over 'High Risks' of Crypto Investment

The three European Supervisory Authorities have released a warning on the risks involved with investing in cryptocurrencies.

By Nikhilesh De

Feb 12, 2018 at 4:10 p.m. UTC

Feb 12, 2018

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