European Union
EU Lawmakers Propose to Ban Geo-Blocking of Digital Currency Users
A new European Parliament proposal aims to prevent geo-blocking of consumers in the economic bloc, including users of digital currencies.
EU Securities Watchdog: New DLT Regulations Would Be 'Premature'
The European Union's top securities regulator is steering clear of blockchain regulations – for now, at least.
European Commission Eyes Transaction Limits on Digital Currencies
The EU is weighing a limit on cash transactions in a move that may also impact digital currency payments.
EU Securities Watchdog: Too Early to Predict DLT Impact
A senior risk analyst for Europe’s securities markets watchdog has said it's too early to predict the regulatory impact of DLT.
EU Watchdog: Blockchain Security Should Be Concern For Finance Firms
Financial firms need to be mindful of cybersecurity as they look to integrate blockchain, a top IT security agency for the European Union said.
European Central Bank Pushes for Tighter Digital Currency Control
The ECB said that digital currencies like bitcoin pose a potential threat to its ability to manage monetary policy.
EU's Top Cop Launches Digital Currency Working Group
Europol, the European Union’s top law enforcement agency has co-founded a new working group dedicated to digital currencies.
Exchange Group: EU Blockchain Rules Shouldn't Disrupt Financial Order
A major exchange industry trade group has joined an EU-level debate on blockchain regulation.
EU Parliament Rep Seeks €1 Million for Blockchain Research
A member of the European Parliament is proposing $1.1m be spent on a task force focused on studying digital currencies and blockchain.
No, the EBA's Bitcoin Regulation Proposals Aren't All Bad
Digital currency lawyer Jacek Czarnecki argues recent regulatory proposals in the EU might benefit the blockchain industry despite criticisms.
