Europe
VanEck Launches ‘First of Its Kind’ Digital Assets ETF in Europe
The ETF is listed on the London Stock Exchange and Deutsche Boerse under the ticker “DAPP."
Bitpanda CEO on the Future of Currency
Austria-based Bitpanda, a leading platform for trading cryptocurrencies in Europe, has introduced 24/7 fractional stock trading. This comes on the heels of Bitpanda attaining unicorn status with its recent raise of $170M at a $1.2B valuation.
Ether Breaks New Records; South Korea Split on Crypto Tax
Ether is making history with new all-time highs in prices as gas fees plunge following the latest network upgrade. Analysts say the market sentiment has improved after the European Investment Bank’s bond issuance on the Ethereum and backing from various CBDC initiatives.
The European Crypto Markets Are Maturing
Sergey Zhdanov, CEO of UK-based crypto exchange EXMO, provides an update on the state of Europe’s crypto markets. According to Zhdanov, institutional investment is rising, and increasing clarity on regulatory matters is boosting confidence. Plus, his thoughts on preventing another hack at EXMO.
Crypto Exchange Industry Undergoing Big Changes: What’s Going On?
Julian Sawyer, CEO of Bitstamp, one of the longest-running crypto exchanges in the world, joins “All About Bitcoin” to talk about the latest news swirling in the crypto industry. Plus, Bitstamp’s latest updates and investor activity in Europe.
Europe's Investment Bank Plans to Settle Bonds in Euros Using Blockchain: Report
The EU union's lending arm is reportedly readying a digital bond sale using blockchain technology.
ECB’s Christine Lagarde Says Digital Euro Should Launch Within Four Years
European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde says the institution could launch a digital currency within four years. In the midst of the ongoing debate over central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and private stablecoins, is Lagarde setting a realistic timeline and standard for the rest of the world?
Germany's Central Bank Tests Blockchain Solution to Counter CBDCs
The Bundesbank has been looking for settlement solutions that do not require a CBDC.
What Are the Future Use Cases for Blockchain Technology?
Diana Biggs, crypto entrepreneur and CEO of Valor, discusses crypto investments in the European markets, potential future use cases of blockchain technology and whether Switzerland is still a good choice for crypto and blockchain companies to establish themselves.
Inflation Is on the Rise in the Euro Area. Here’s What That Means for Crypto Demand in Europe
Daniel Lacalle, chief economist at Tressis, shares his insights on European markets including differences in regulation, Europe’s response to the European Central Bank’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic and how the euro’s inflation is driving demand for BTC differently across northern and southern Europe.
