Europe
The EU Is Building a 'Financial Transparency Gateway' with Blockchain
An official from the European Commission has revealed it is currently building a blockchain tool to enable data sharing.
UK Police Want to Change the Law to Make Bitcoin Seizures Easier
A research office backed by a number of U.K. police groups has proposed changing the country’s laws to make seizing bitcoin holdings easier.
PSD2 and Blockchain: Mutual Support
New rules in Europe aim to change the payments landscape – in the process, they could also boost blockchain development.
UK Government Seeks Blockchain Pitches for £8 Million Startup Competition
A U.K. government agency is seeking pitches from blockchain startups as part of a competition focused on digital health solutions.
Malta Is Gearing up to Greenlight Bitcoin Gambling
The nation of Malta is taking steps to legalize bitcoin and cryptocurrency for use in its domestic gaming industry.
ICOs in the EU: How Will the 'Slow Giant' Regulate Tokens?
A legal expert shines a light on how ICOs might be regulated in the European Union, proposing next steps and potential challenges ahead.
Kosovo's First Bitcoin ATM Sparks Central Bank Warning
A new bitcoin ATM installation has sparked debate in Kosovo, where regulators and entrepreneurs are splitting opinion on the launch.
European Commission Hosts Blockchain Workshop with Industry Focus
The European Commission has revealed new information about its ongoing blockchain initiatives, including the first of a series of workshops.
Postal Service Customers in Austria Can Now Buy Bitcoin, Ether and More
Österreichische Post is now offering its Austrian customers a simple way to buy cryptocurrencies including bitcoin, ether and litecoin.
European Banks Launch DLT Startup for Small Businesses
A group of European financial institutions has jointly formed a post-trade blockchain startup designed specifically for SMEs.
