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EU Commissioner to Host 'High Level' Crypto Roundtable
A European Union commissioner plans to hold a meeting of public and private sector stakeholders to discuss the impact of cryptocurrencies.
Bitcoin No Threat to Financial Stability, Say European Economists
A group of university economists believe bitcoin is no threat to the financial stability, though regulatory oversight needs to be increased.
Estonia Inches Closer to National 'Crypto Token' Launch
The Baltic nation of Estonia has revealed more concrete plans for the launch of its own digital token, dubbed "estcoin."
'Stay Away' from Bitcoin, Warns Danish Central Bank Chief
The director of Denmark's central bank has given a warning on bitcoin, describing it as "dangerous" and unregulated.
Out With the Old? Blockchain Requires a New Regulatory Approach
What if an ICO is just an ICO? Eva Kaili argues regulations need more imaginative approaches to blockchain.
EU Government Pegs Blockchain as Beneficiary of €30 Billion Research Fund
The European Commission has announced €30 billion on new investments in technology initiatives including those involving blockchain.
Global Blockchain Business Council Expands European Foothold
A blockchain advocacy group launched at last year's World Economic Forum is ramping up efforts to promote dialogue in Europe.
Better Off Abroad? Blockchain Health Firms Gain Ground Outside the US
The convoluted and heavily regulated U.S. healthcare system is sending blockchain startups packing, with the hopes of demonstating their tech abroad.
EU Draft Report: Customs Agents Ill-Equipped to Monitor Cryptocurrencies
MEPs are worried about the monitoring of cryptocurrencies at EU borders, according to a draft report.
EU Budget Amendments Call For Millions in Blockchain Funding
As many as four blockchain-related amendments, funding various initiatives, could find their way into the European Union's 2018 budget.
