Europe
French Central Banker: The World Needs to Standardize Crypto Regulations
A French central banker is calling for a global regulatory framework on crypto assets.
US Law Enforcement Traces Bitcoin Transfers to Nab 'Largest' Child Porn Site
A U.S. federal grand jury indicted a South Korean citizen for operating a child porn site, funded by millions dollars worth of bitcoin.
Ford Test Driving Blockchain for Energy-Efficient Vehicles
Ten vehicles have been outfitted with geofencing and blockchain capabilities to monitor their fuel efficiency in low-emission zones.
Switzerland's 'Crypto Valley' Is Bringing Blockchain to Zurich
The Crypto Valley Association and Zurich Tourism are working to bring blockchain awareness, tourism and business to Zurich.
Coinbase Eyes European Growth After Winning Irish E-Money License
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has been granted an Irish e-money license that will bring it greater access to EU and EEA markets.
Traditional Financial Exchanges Oppose UK Crypto Derivatives Ban for Retail Investors
The World Federation of Exchanges asked the UK's Financial Conduct Authority not to ban the sale of crypto derivatives to retail investors.
Bank of England Sets Out Rules for Libra Launch in the UK
The central bank has finalized principles the Facebook-led cryptocurrency project must adopt before a U.K. launch.
German Finance Minister Supports Digital Euro, But 'Very Critical' of Libra
Speaking on a possible e-euro, minister Olaf Scholz said Germany "should not leave the field to China, Russia, the U.S. or any private providers."
UK Finance Watchdog's Crypto Investigations Up By 74% in 2019
The number of investigations into cryptocurrency firms by the U.K.'s Financial Conduct Authority have reportedly seen a sharp rise in the last year.
'Gold-Backed' Crypto Token's Promoter Investigated by Florida Regulators
Karatbars, issuer of a purportedly gold-backed crypto token, is under investigation by Florida regulators over links to a Miami “crypto bank.”
