Europe
Swiss Town to Accept Tax Payments in Bitcoin
The municipality of Chiasso in Switzerland will start accepting tax payments in bitcoin next year, according to a report.
The EU Has Now Invested Over €5 Million in Blockchain Startups
The EU has already spent millions of euros funding startups that are working with blockchain, public data reveals.
Ideation to Realization: How Dutch Banks Are Harnessing Blockchain
How financial firms in the Netherlands are approaching blockchain, and how trends in the technology are shaping their work and progress.
Russia Could Pass Cryptocurrency Law This Year, Senior Lawmaker Says
Russia may have a finalized cryptocurrency trading bill by the end of the summer, according to a senior lawmaker.
EU Politician Pushes Parliament to Test Blockchain Identity for Refugees
A blockchain task force within the European Parliament wants to explore how the technology could be used to provide digital identities to refugees.
Putin Advisor Announces New Blockchain Advocacy Group
An advisor to Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a new association focused on blockchain and cryptocurrency, reports say.
Luxembourg Regulators Issue Investor Warning Against OneCoin Scheme
Regulators in Luxembourg have released a warning about OneCoin, becoming the latest country to air concerns over the investment scheme.
Russian Deputy PM Says He Supports a State-Backed Cryptocurrency
The first deputy prime minister of Russia is in favor of a state-backed cryptocurrency, according to a recent interview.
Bitcoin Bill Delayed as Russian Lawmakers Seek 'Optimal Solution'
A working group within Russia's state legislature is further delaying work on a cryptocurrency legalization bill.
OneCoin Promoters Fined €2.6 Million by Italian Consumer Watchdog
A consumer rights watchdog in Italy is fining a group of companies that have promoted OneCoin.
