Bitgert Price Explosion Imminent After Securing Spot on Europe’s Premier Exchange

The European Union adopted regulations in June 2023 for the cryptocurrency industry. This allows cryptocurrency trading in the EU. European markets create huge demand in the cryptocurrency market.

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Spot Bitcoin ETF approval changes nothing, analysts at ECB insist

European Central Bank analysts refute Bitcoin’s value despite the recent spot ETF approval, citing its unsuitability for payment and investment, and advocate for stricter regulations. The recent approval of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by the U.S. Securities and Exchange…

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European Banking Authority proposes overhaul of AML, CFT rules for crypto providers

In a consultation paper released on Nov. 24, the European Banking Authority (EBA), an EU agency tasked with implementing a standard set of rules to regulate banking across all EU countries, highlights that existing regulations governing Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) standards compliance for crypto providers are inadequate. 

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Austria’s Raiffeisen Bank to launch crypto trading in partnership with Bitpanda

Austria’s Raiffeisen Bank will launch crypto trading in 2024. Raiffeisen Bank International has $215B in assets and a customer base spanning the European Union and Eastern Europe. Bitpanda crypto exchange has complied with the crypto regulations in Austria and Germany.

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FTX collapse, Binance’s US settlement provide strong case for MiCA regulations

European Commission policy officer Ivan Keller highlights high-profile centralized exchange shortcomings as key reasons for the implementation of MiCA regulations in Europe.

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The EU reportedly agrees on crypto tax data sharing, but is this good for Shiba Memu?

Crypto regulations are catching up with the digital asset sector after prolonged uncertainty. The latest are new crypto tax data sharing rules, which officials in the European Union agreed on Tuesday.

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Europe's AML regulations come at a high cost — for your privacy and otherwise

The European Union’s anti-money laundering laws infringe upon personal privacy, and they come with costs that are simply too high.

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Bitstamp in talks with three EU banks to offer crypto services

Bitstamp is negotiating with major European banks to offer cryptocurrency services, fueled by optimism over the EU's forthcoming MiCA regulations.

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Galaxy Digital targets Europe for crypto expansion

American investment company Galaxy Digital will expand its presence in Europe, appointing new CEO in Europe. Galaxy Digital has appointed Leon Marshall to lead its European operations, seeking expansion opportunities in the region amid Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) cryptocurrency regulations.…

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EU Central Bank Could Soon Hold Stablecoin Reserves, Says Circle Director

Proposals by the European Commission aim to allow non-banks access to payment systems, enhancing stablecoin regulations.

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Malta takes next steps to align with EU’s MiCA regulation

Malta’s Financial Services Authority has initiated the next step to revise its cryptocurrency regulations, aiming to align them with the forthcoming European Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations set to go into effect in December 2024.

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AI companies lobby for open-source support in EU’s upcoming regulations

Several tech and AI companies, including GitHub and HuggingFace, have written to European policymakers asking them to offer more support for the open-source development of artificial intelligence (AI) models, The Verge reported on July 26.

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Stablecoin issuers in Europe advised to start complying before 2024

The European Banking Authority (EBA) is urging stablecoin issuers to voluntarily comply with proposed guidelines ahead of the mandatory enforcement of crypto-asset regulations

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EU’s Banking Authority Calls For Preparation Ahead Of MiCA

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has released a statement today calling for early preparation in adopting the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulations.   Back in May, the European Council approved the newly formed MiCA regulations, becoming the first comprehensive regulatory framework for trading cryptocurrencies.

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European regulator releases consultative paper on MiCA standards for crypto asset service providers

The European Securities and Markets Authority will release three consultations as it fulfills its mandate under MiCA regulations.

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Report: New EU Regulations Will Require Banks To Disclose Bitcoin Holdings

The European Union (EU) is making significant progress in the reform of its banking regulations, with a particular focus on bitcoin (BTC) and cryptocurrencies. The EU is now mandating that banks publicly disclose their holdings of crypto assets.

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EU data act adopts smart contract kill switch regulations

The European Union (EU) is making progress on the European Data Act, despite facing criticism from the cryptocurrency community, as lawmakers have reached an agreement to proceed with the legislation.

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Cryptocurrency Assets And Banks: Why EU Is Establishing Capital Requirements

Cryptocurrency is taking the European Union (EU) into uncharted territory as it introduces a groundbreaking bank capital policy that includes regulations specifically tailored for cryptocurrencies. This policy has been meticulously crafted through collaborative efforts involving the European Parliament, Member-State governments, and the European Commission, reflecting a comprehensive approach to address the challenges and opportunities presented […]

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EU Wants Unbacked Crypto Out of TradFi Institutions

The EU is charting new territory with its advanced bank capital policy, which now includes regulations for digital currencies. The policy development emerged from a meeting involving the European Parliament,...

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Crypto-AI future as EU consumer protection groups ask for investigations into AI

Consumer advocacy organizations in the European Union urged regulators on Tuesday to look into the kind of artificial intelligence that powers programs like ChatGPT, citing the potential dangers that put people at risk and the time lag before the bloc’s groundbreaking AI regulations take effect.

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EU firms up plans for introduction of digital euro

The European Union's executive branch is set to propose a plan for a digital euro, mandating the ECB to establish usage regulations.

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The EU Goes Ahead Of The U.S In Crypto Adoption Regulations

The establishment of the legal framework for digital assets in the European Union (EU) through the Markets in Crypto-assets (MiCA) regulation is indeed a significant development for the crypto industry.

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EU’s Crypto Law MiCA Receives Publication In Official Journal

The European Union’s Markets in Crypto Assets law (MiCA) has been published in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU), marking the beginning of the implementation of comprehensive cryptocurrency licensing regulations.

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Binance exec calls MiCA a game changer at Money20/20

Vishal Sacheendran unravels the complexities of the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulations. The expert presents a lucid picture of these comprehensive rules to reshape the European Union’s crypto asset industry.

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Crypto firm Gemini picks Ireland as European base amid US crypto blues

Cameron Winklevoss has predicted a “Cambrian explosion” in European innovation once regulations are rolled out.

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OpenAI warns European officials over upcoming AI regulations

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman spoke with European officials in Brussels, warning of the ramifications of over-regulation of the AI industry.

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EU Watchdog Proposes Stricter Crypto Regulation Amid Financial Stability Concerns

European Union's watchdog suggests implementing stricter regulations on crypto assets

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Crypto Conglomerates, DeFi Targets of EU Financial Stability Watchdog Concerns

Risks from smart contracts, high leverage and crypto staking and lending may imply a need for new regulations, the European Systemic Risk Board said

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Ripple Buys Shares In European Crypto Exchange Bitstamp: Massive XRP Growth Ahead?

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EU Council Approves Comprehensive Crypto Regulatory Framework

The European Union Council the financial arm of the EU approved the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations on May 16, a landmark piece of legislation that will establish...

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EU Finance Ministers Give Approval, Bringing EU’s Crypto Legal Framework Closer to Becoming Law

EU Council Gives Final Approval to Landmark Crypto Regulations and Data Sharing Law The European Union’s (EU) finance ministers have granted final approval to groundbreaking regulations governing the crypto industry, while also agreeing on a new law for sharing data on cryptocurrency tax holdings.

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EU finance ministers unanimously greenlight MiCA regulations

The landmark Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) received the final greenlight from the Economic and Financial Affairs Council of the European Union in a unanimous vote on May 16. MiCA passed the final parliamentary voting on April 20.

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3 takeaways from the European Union's MiCA regulations

The European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets regulation could stifle innovation and increase compliance costs for the crypto industry.

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Are Crypto Firms Running Out of Patience Trying to Keep Up With Changing Regulations? 

Crypto firms have faced immense pressure to deal with and comply with ever-changing regulations. Around 400 firms in a European region may see the exit door following strict compliance requirements.

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EU banking regulator suggests the following to reduce risk in crypto sector

The European Banking Authority Chair emphasized the diversification of stablecoin reserves for robust risk management. He also stated that while the EU's MiCA regulations would take effect in 2The post EU banking regulator suggests the following to reduce risk in crypto sector appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Ukraine declares intention to adopt Europe’s MiCA regulations

Ukraine has announced its commitment to adopt the European Union's new regulation on Markets in Crypto-assets (MiCA)

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Swarm co-founder says MiCA anchors Europe as the leader of a new global crypto era

The crypto space has largely been accused of a lack of clear governing rules which have made it difficult even for countries to regulate it. However, Europe seems to be on track to becoming the first region to craft harmonized crypto regulations after the European Parliament passed the Markets in Crypto-Assets Act (MiCA).

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Ukraine plans to adopt EU’s new cryptocurrency regulations

Immediately after passing the European Parliament, Ukrainian authorities announced plans to adopt the EU's MiCA regulations on crypto assets.

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The world’s first comprehensive framework for crypto regulation has been approved by lawmakers in the EU.

The European Parliament has passed a comprehensive set of regulations aimed at the cryptocurrency industry, making it the first of its kind in the world. The legislation, known as the Markets in Crypto Act or MiCA, aims to reduce risks for consumers purchasing crypto assets by holding providers liable for any loss of investors’ crypto-assets.

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What’s next for EU’s crypto industry as European Parliament passes MiCA?

What is the potential impact of MiCA on the EU crypto and blockchain market, and what other regulations can be expected for this rapidly evolving industry?

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Crypto in Europe: Economist breaks down MiCA and future of stablecoins

A principal economist of the European Commission shares his views on stablecoins and the future of regulations in Europe.

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EU Smart Contract Regulations Included in Council’s Data Act Draft

Some worry the text, a version of which was already agreed on by the European Parliament, will prove impossible to meet for most smart contracts.

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France’s National Assembly approves stricter licensing rules for crypto firms

France has taken a significant step towards implementing new cryptocurrency regulations, with the National Assembly voting in favor of stricter licensing rules for crypto firms. The move aims to bring French laws in line with anticipated European Union (EU) standards and bolster the country's reputation as a crypto hub.

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EU imposes strict regulations on banks holding crypto

European Union lawmakers have imposed strict measures for banks holding digital assets in a bid to limit the amount of unregulated cryptocurrency that banks can hold. 

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EU Imposes Stricter And More Extensive Crypto Regulations For Banks

European Union lawmakers have agreed to several changes, including stricter new requirements for banks dealing with crypto and digital assets. The European Parliament’s Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee has voted on the matter that will put these restrictions in place.

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How to Become More Compliant as a Crypto Provider

Although the European Union's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations are still over a year away from taking effect, crypto asset service providers should begin work on compliance strategies now says Fiat Republic’s Paula Steiner

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French Central Bank Governor Calls for Stricter Crypto Regulations Ahead of MiCA Vote

Bank of France Governor Francois Villeroy de Galhau has called for tougher regulatory requirements for crypto firms even as European Union Nations chart a path forward for an all-around regulation.

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Models and fundamentals: Where will Bitcoin price go in 2023?

The rapidly evolving cryptocurrency ecosystem is entering a new phase in 2023, with incoming regulations in the U.S. and European Union.

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Eva Kaili arrest a ‘setback’ for EU crypto regulations, economist says

European Parliamentarian Eva Kaili’s arrest under allegations of corruption is being labeled as a blow to crypto and blockchain adoption.

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