The European Commission’s proposal to expand the authority of the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) over cryptocurrency and capital markets has ignited debate across Europe. Critics fear […]
Kraken Enables Crypto-Collateralized Futures Trading in EU: Access to 150+ Markets
Kraken has introduced a groundbreaking feature for EU clients, enabling the use of crypto assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum as collateral for perpetual futures trading. This innovation allows […]
Kraken Broadens EU Access to Regulated Crypto Derivatives
Kraken has made significant advancements for European users with the launch of a new MiFID-regulated derivatives platform. Users can now leverage crypto assets as collateral when trading on […]
Denmark Halts EU Encrypted Message Screening Proposal
Denmark has withdrawn its proposal for mandatory EU-wide encrypted message screening, reversing its earlier stance. This decision follows significant criticism from privacy advocates and tech companies. The withdrawal […]
European Commission Proposes Unified Financial Oversight Structure
The European Commission has proposed a major shift in financial regulation by elevating the role of the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) to oversee stock and cryptocurrency […]
EU Aims for Unified Crypto & Traditional Markets with ESMA Transformation
The European Union is moving towards a centralized regulatory approach for finance, aiming to unify the oversight of stock and cryptocurrency exchanges under the authority of the European […]
EU to Unify Crypto Supervision with Expanded ESMA Powers
The European Union is poised for a major shift in its approach to digital assets. The European Commission (EC) has proposed granting the European Securities and Markets Authority […]
ECB Sets 2029 Deadline for Digital Euro Launch
The European Central Bank (ECB) has formally decided to launch its digital euro by 2029, a move backed by EU leadership. This initiative promises a shift in Europe’s […]
EU Tightens Regulatory Grip on Crypto and Stock Exchanges, Boosting Oversights Across Europe
The European Union is pushing forward with plans to establish centralized oversight of stock and cryptocurrency exchanges, giving the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) significantly more authority. […]
ECB Unveils Digital Euro Plan: A Catalyst for EU Digital Payments
The European Central Bank (ECB) is advancing its plans to introduce a digital euro, aiming to launch this central bank digital currency (CBDC) by 2029. This move signifies […]
ECB Enters Digital Euro Technical Phase in 2025
The European Central Bank (ECB) has transitioned its digital euro project into the technical phase, setting an October 30, 2025, launch date for the EU. This crucial milestone […]
EU’s Encryption Proposal: A Blueprint for Digital Feudalism
Bill Laboon, Vice President of Ecosystem at the Web3 Foundation, warns that the EU’s proposal to force service providers to scan private communications before encryption is applied will […]
ECB Targets 2027 for Digital Euro Pilot Launch
The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced plans to launch a pilot program for its digital euro in 2027, contingent on EU lawmakers approving the necessary legislation next […]
Germany Rethinks Trade Strategy Amid China’s Rare Earth Controls
Germany faces a strategic shift in its trade relationship with China following China’s expanded export controls on rare earth materials. These new restrictions, which began in October 2025, […]
EU Bans Russia-Linked Stablecoin A7A5: Impacting Crypto Landscape and Sanctions Evasion
The European Union (EU) has implemented unprecedented sanctions against the Russia-linked A7A5 stablecoin, effective November 25, 2025. This move aims to hinder financial channels used by Russia to […]