Europe
Police Force Confiscates 295 Bitcoins from Criminal in UK First
A British county police force has become the first in the country to have successfully seized and sold bitcoins obtained in a criminal case.
UK Begins Research on Law Reform for Use of Blockchain Smart Contracts
The U.K. Law Commission has launched research investigating reforms that would bring legal clarity to the use of blockchain-based smart contracts.
UK Watchdog Welcomes First Crypto Startups to Regulatory Sandbox
The U.K.'s financial regulator is allowing startups focused on blockchain and crypto assets into its regulatory sandbox for the first time.
The EU's Biggest ETF Firm Expands Into Crypto Products
Europe's largest trader of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is entering the crypto world.
Romania Drafts Bill to Regulate Electronic Money
Romania has drafted an emergency ordinance to regulate cryptocurrency issuing.
Crypto Valley Declares Blockchain Voting Trial a 'Success'
Zug, home of the "Crypto Valley" in Switzerland, has successfully completed its first test of a blockchain-based voting system.
EU Report Says Cryptocurrencies 'Unlikely' to Challenge Central Banks
Cryptocurrencies are "unlikely" to shake up the dominance of central banks and sovereign currencies, the EU's newest report says.
Polish Bitcoin Association Challenges Banks Over Crypto Account Refusals
An industry group in Poland is attempting to challenge banks that have allegedly denied services for firms working with cryptocurrencies.
Bank of England Warns Finance Firms Over Crypto Risks
A Bank of England official has warned banks and other financial firms about exposure to cryptocurrency-related assets in a letter.
Malta Passes Trio of Bills as Part of 'Blockchain Island' Plan
Malta's parliament has passed three bills on crypto assets and blockchain, in a big step toward its plan to become a "Blockchain Island."
