Europe
European Union to Crack Down on Bitcoin After Paris Attacks
Countries in the EU are reportedly planning to crack down on virtual currencies such as bitcoin in an attempt to tackle the financing of terrorism.
German Bank Association: Blockchain Could Revolutionize Securities
The German banking industry association Bankenverband has stated it believes blockchain technology may have a revolutionary impact on finance.
European Commission to Assess Bitcoin's Role in Terrorist Financing
The European Commission said today that it is assessing whether digital currencies like bitcoin fuel terrorist financing and money laundering.
New €100 Million Fund Considering Blockchain Startups
Finnish investment firm Open Ocean has suggested it may consider European blockchain firms as part of its recently closed €100 million fund.
European Exchanges React to Bitcoin VAT Exemption
This week's bitcoin VAT exemption in the European Union was well-met by exchange operators.
Barcelona to Launch Local Digital Currency, Reports Claim
Barcelona city council is reportedly working to launch its own digital currency in the next six months.
Bitcoin is Exempt from VAT, Rules European Court of Justice
Bitcoin transactions will be exempt from Value Added Tax (VAT), the European Court of Justice (ECJ) has ruled.
Scorechain Raises $570k for European Bitcoin Compliance Solution
Bitcoin compliance solutions provider Scorechain has raised €500,000 ($570,000) in seed funding.
Dutch Central Bank Research Head 'Not Opposed' to Bitcoin
De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) head of research Jakob de Haan has issued new responses to pointed questions about the role of bitcoin in global finance.
Coinbase Makes 'Instant' Bitcoin Buying Available in 26 Countries
Coinbase has announced that customers across 26 countries can buy bitcoin "instantly" from today.
