EU
Italy to Raise Capital Gains Tax on Crypto to 42% From 26%: Reports
The price of bitcoin (BTC) remained unaffected by the development, rising above $68,000 for the first time since late July.
By Amitoj SinghOct 16, 2024
Fan Tokens Have Much Larger Market Than NFTs, Says Chiliz CEO as Blockchain Prepares New Memecoin 'Pepper'
Chiliz CEO Alexandre Dreyfus called out the disproportionate hype around NFTs in comparison to fan tokens in an interview with CoinDesk.
By Amitoj SinghOct 2, 2024
Robinhood Introduces Crypto Transfers in Europe as It Doubles Down on Expansion
The trading app will let customers deposit and withdraw over 20 cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin, ether, solana and USD coin.
By Helene BraunOct 1, 2024
Sygnum Unit Receives Liechtenstein License as a Crypto Asset Service Provider
The registration paves the way for the Switzerland and Singapore-based banking group to expand into the European Union and European Economic Area.
By Camomile ShumbaSep 23, 2024
EU Regulator Sees Official Journal Publication of Stablecoin Standards Before Year-End
The European Banking Authority estimates that 15 technical standards, including those for stablecoin issuers, will become official before the end of 2024.
By Camomile ShumbaSep 11, 2024
Russia Is About to Try Using Crypto to Get Around Sanctions
Experts doubt it will work, given the traceability of blockchains and the risk of even tougher sanctions for Russia.
By Camomile Shumba, Amitoj SinghAug 30, 2024
France Opens for MiCA Applications, First Among Biggest EU Economies
The French regulator has in the past welcomed crypto companies to register with it.
By Camomile ShumbaAug 2, 2024
Blockchain Friendly Roberta Metsola Reelected as EU Parliament President
In 2018, as a member of the European Parliament for Malta, she called for regulation on crypto and blockchain when needed, without stifling innovation.
By Camomile ShumbaJul 17, 2024
Israel Decision on Digital Shekel Won't Occur Before the EU's Call on Digital Euro: Reuters
As of May 2024, 134 countries or jurisdictions, representing 98% of global GDP, were exploring a CBDC.
By Amitoj SinghJul 10, 2024
Circle Snags First Stablecoin License Under EU's New MiCA Crypto Rules
Circle Mint France will issue the euro-denominated EURC stablecoin and USDC in the European Union in compliance with MiCA.
By Ian Allison, Krisztian SandorJul 1, 2024
