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EU Advances Centralized Regulation for Crypto Firms and Stock Exchanges

EU Advances Centralized Regulation for Crypto Firms and Stock Exchanges

The European Union is preparing to shift oversight of key financial players, including cryptocurrency companies and stock exchanges, to its central markets regulator. Verena Ross, chair of the European Securities and Markets Authority, shared details of these emerging plans in a recent interview with the Financial Times. This move aims

EU Pushes Forward Digital Euro Stablecoin Plans on Ethereum or Solana Blockchains

EU Pushes Forward Digital Euro Stablecoin Plans on Ethereum or Solana Blockchains

European Union officials are intensifying efforts to develop a digital euro, spurred by concerns that a new U.S. stablecoin law could undermine the competitiveness of a European digital currency. U.S. Congress passed the Genius Act last month, a landmark regulation overseeing the $288 billion stablecoin market, which is

Crypto Exchange Gemini Expands into Tokenized Stocks with MSTR Launch for EU Traders

Crypto Exchange Gemini Expands into Tokenized Stocks with MSTR Launch for EU Traders

Crypto exchange Gemini is stepping into tokenized stocks, offering its European Union based traders a new way to invest in onchain equities. The firm announced on Friday that it will begin with tokenized shares of Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy (MSTR), with plans to introduce additional stocks and exchange-traded funds

Crypto Markets Slide as Trump’s EU Tariff Threat Sparks Trade War Fears

Crypto Markets Slide as Trump’s EU Tariff Threat Sparks Trade War Fears

Crypto markets faced a sharp decline Friday, shedding 4.3% of their value and losing over $100 billion in a single day, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal for steep 50% tariffs on the European Union. The announcement, which caught investors off guard, reignited concerns about a potential

French Bank's SG Forge to Launch Dollar-Backed Stablecoin on Ethereum

French Bank's SG Forge to Launch Dollar-Backed Stablecoin on Ethereum

SG Forge, the cryptocurrency and blockchain division of Société Générale, one of Europe’s largest financial institutions, is preparing to launch a dollar-backed stablecoin on the Ethereum blockchain, according to a report by The Big Whale. This strategic move positions Société Générale as the first global banking group to issue

Gemini Exchange Bolsters European Presence with New Crypto Derivatives License

Gemini Exchange Bolsters European Presence with New Crypto Derivatives License

Gemini, a prominent U.S.-based crypto exchange, has taken a significant step in its European expansion by securing a Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID) II license from the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), as announced on May 9. This regulatory milestone enables Gemini to offer regulated crypto derivatives,

Fully Autonomous AI and Crypto Could Revolutionize Criminal Networks, Europol Warns

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Fully Autonomous AI and Crypto Could Revolutionize Criminal Networks, Europol Warns

The European Union’s law enforcement agency, Europol, is sounding the alarm about the growing misuse of artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency in serious and organized crime. The insights stem from the recently released report “EU Serious and Organised Crime Threat Assessment (SOCTA) 2025,” which explores how these powerful technologies are

Trump’s Pro-Crypto Policy Raises Concerns Over Global Financial Stability, ECB Official Warns

Trump’s Pro-Crypto Policy Raises Concerns Over Global Financial Stability, ECB Official Warns

A senior European Central Bank official has expressed apprehension about the Trump administration’s strong support for cryptocurrency, suggesting it could set the stage for significant financial disruptions on a global scale. François Villeroy de Galhau, who serves as the Governor of the Bank of France and sits on the

OKX Halts DEX Aggregator Amid Lazarus Group Misuse and EU Regulatory Pressure

OKX Halts DEX Aggregator Amid Lazarus Group Misuse and EU Regulatory Pressure

OKX, a prominent crypto exchange, has temporarily suspended its decentralized exchange (DEX) aggregator services. The decision, announced on Monday, comes in response to alleged misuse by the notorious Lazarus Group and mounting scrutiny from European Union regulators. This development follows reports that the aggregator was exploited to launder a portion

EU Regulators Investigate OKX Exchange After Bybit Hack Raises Money Laundering Concerns

EU Regulators Investigate OKX Exchange After Bybit Hack Raises Money Laundering Concerns

European Union (EU) regulators are intensifying their focus on OKX, a major cryptocurrency exchange, following revelations that hackers exploited its Web3 platform to launder roughly $100 million in stolen digital assets. The funds were pilfered during a staggering $1.5 billion heist targeting Bybit, a rival trading platform, in what

Trump’s Crypto Push Raises Questions About the Euro’s Future

Trump’s Crypto Push Raises Questions About the Euro’s Future

On March 10, 2025, the head of the European Stability Mechanism (ESM), Pierre Gramegna, raised alarms about the growing influence of U.S. cryptocurrency policies under President Donald Trump’s administration. Speaking to Bloomberg News, Gramegna cautioned that Trump’s aggressive promotion of dollar-backed stablecoins could threaten the European Union’

Spain's Second Largest Bank BBVA to Launch Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading Services

Spain's Second Largest Bank BBVA to Launch Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading Services

Spain’s second-largest bank, Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria SA, commonly referred to as BBVA, has taken a significant step into the cryptocurrency market. On Monday, the banking giant announced it has obtained regulatory approval to introduce trading services for Bitcoin and Ethereum, the two leading cryptocurrencies by market cap. This

Kraken and Crypto.com Plan Their Own Stablecoins for 2025

Kraken and Crypto.com Plan Their Own Stablecoins for 2025

Crypto exchanges Kraken and Crypto.com are planning to launch their own stablecoins. It’s a strategic move driven by the European Union’s incoming Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. The EU isn’t messing around with this one. They’re demanding that all stablecoin issuers secure proper authorization to

European Central Bank is Planning to Launch Blockchain Payment System

European Central Bank is Planning to Launch Blockchain Payment System

The European Central Bank is setting its sights on developing a blockchain-based payment system designed to streamline how financial institutions settle transactions using central bank money. This ambitious step could pave the way for a wholesale central bank digital currency, often referred to as a CBDC, marking a significant shift

Trump’s EU Tariff Threat Could Ignite a Global Trade War and Deepen Crypto Market Selloffs

Trump’s EU Tariff Threat Could Ignite a Global Trade War and Deepen Crypto Market Selloffs

After slamming Canada, Mexico, and China with tariffs, Trump has also set his sights on the European Union, confirming that tariffs on EU goods are not just a possibility but a certainty. This declaration is sending waves through the financial markets, with the crypto sector already reeling from the fallout

Italian Bank Intesa Sanpaolo Ventures into Cryptocurrency with Bitcoin Acquisition

Italian Bank Intesa Sanpaolo Ventures into Cryptocurrency with Bitcoin Acquisition

Intesa Sanpaolo, Italy's largest banking institution, has made a significant move into the cryptocurrency market by purchasing 11 Bitcoin for approximately $1 million dollars. This acquisition, which took place on January 13, 2025, represents the price range of $91,000 to $93,000 dollars per Bitcoin. This bold

Asset Manager Standard Chartered Ventures into EU Crypto Custody Services

Asset Manager Standard Chartered Ventures into EU Crypto Custody Services

Standard Chartered, a global banking heavyweight, has taken a significant step into the digital frontier by establishing a new entity in Luxembourg. This move is aimed squarely at offering custody services for cryptocurrencies and other digital assets within the European Union. As traditional financial institutions continue to eye the lucrative

Concerns Grow as Tether Encounters More Issues

Concerns Grow as Tether Encounters More Issues

Tether is a key player known for its stablecoin USDT, and is currently facing a series of developments that are causing a mounting concern within the market. Recent events surrounding Tether have sparked speculation and worry, suggesting that the company might be on the verge of a crisis. The quiet

BBVA Expands Crypto Trading in Europe with New MiCA Regulations

BBVA Expands Crypto Trading in Europe with New MiCA Regulations

In a significant move towards embracing cryptocurrencies, Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria (BBVA), one of Spain's leading banks, is set to introduce cryptocurrency trading services across Europe. This expansion is facilitated through its subsidiary, Garanti BBVA Kripto, a platform previously known for its crypto custody services. The initiative leverages

MoonPay Gains Ground in Europe with New MiCA License

MoonPay Gains Ground in Europe with New MiCA License

MoonPay, the crypto payment platform, has taken a significant step forward by securing a license under the European Union's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. This move, approved by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM), allows MoonPay to expand its services across Europe with a legal and

Richard Heart Now Europe’s Most Wanted Fugitive for Fraud and Assault

Richard Heart Now Europe’s Most Wanted Fugitive for Fraud and Assault

BREAKING NEWS: In a shocking turn of events, Richard James Schueler, better known by his alias Richard Heart, has been officially added to Europe's Most Wanted Fugitive list. Born on October 9, 1979, in the United States, Schueler, now aged 45, finds himself at the center of a

EU Parliament Member Advocates for Bitcoin Reserves Over Digital Euro

EU Parliament Member Advocates for Bitcoin Reserves Over Digital Euro

In a recent speech that has sparked significant conversation, French Parliament Member Sarah Knafo has called for a bold new direction in European financial policy. Urging her fellow legislators to embrace the future of finance, she advocated for the establishment of national strategic Bitcoin reserves while firmly opposing the European