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MiCA rules, cross-border policy, stablecoins, and how EU regulation steers the regional crypto market.

A glowing FCA shield stands between checkmarks and risk warnings beside a balance of pound coins and crypto devices against a London backdrop, symbolizing new guidance for UK holders

Regulation

Stablecoin issuers and custodians in UK may be regulated like banks next

FCA warns investors protections are coming but volatility won’t disappear.

4 months ago

Regulation

France moves to block crypto firms despite MiCA licensese due to lax standards in some jurisdictions

France joins Italy and Austria in urging for direct EU supervision of crypto firms to prevent market instability and protect investors.

4 months ago

A neon-lit London Stock Exchange facade frames a glass vault of tokenized fund coins wired into blockchain rails, signaling LSE’s live launch of tokenized private funds.

TradFi

London Stock Exchange launches £1.2 trillion Microsoft-backed private fund market on blockchain

Even 5 percent adoption could move £60 billion in assets on chain.

4 months ago

A cavernous vault filled with pyramid stacks of silver bars morphs into Kremlin-like domes under icy blue light and a faint red glow, evoking Russia’s monumental accumulation of silver reserves.

Macro

‘Monumental’: Russia is likely buying silver for its reserves

According to Gold Telegraph, if Russia is buying silver for its reserves, it could fuel the "tiny market" to even higher heights.

4 months ago

A glowing Ripple emblem locks into a BBVA-branded vault over a circuit-lit map of Spain and EU stars, symbolizing MiCA-aligned digital-asset custody and retail access.

Technology

Ripple partners with BBVA to launch digital asset custody in Spain

As MiCA fuels confidence, BBVA expands end-to-end crypto services through Ripple's innovative solutions.

4 months ago

Stablecoins

Putin adviser accuses US of planning stablecoin scheme to eliminate $35 trillion debt

Dmitry Kobyakov drew parallels to historical US debt strategies from the 1930s and 1970s, arguing America plans to solve financial problems 'at the world's expense.'

4 months ago

SwissBorg shield faces a cracked “API” pipe spilling Solana tokens toward a vault on a dark network grid, symbolizing the partner compromise and fund drain.

Hacks

SwissBorg loses $41M in SOL after partner API compromise affects earn program

CEO Cyrus Fazel confirmed that SwissBorg's main application remains secure, while emphasizing the company's commitment to full user compensation.

4 months ago

A glowing euro coin bound in red regulatory tape sits inside the EU Parliament chamber as dollar coins float freely above - Cover art/illustration via CryptoSlate. Image includes combined content which may include AI-generated content

Stablecoins

Euro stablecoins are 0.15% of the market. Here’s how Europe catches up

ECB advisor warns euro stablecoins face strategic risk amidst rising dollar dominance

4 months ago

Rows of European Union flags are displayed outside the European Commission headquarters in Brussels, symbolizing the EU’s policymaking presence - Cover art/illustration via CryptoSlate.

CBDCs

European Central Bank touts digital euro as key to payment security and inclusivity

ECB emphasizes resilience with digital euro to safeguard against foreign payment provider risks.

4 months ago

The Ukrainian flag morphs into glowing Bitcoin and Ethereum symbols above Kyiv’s skyline during sunrise - Cover art/illustration via CryptoSlate.

Legislation

Ukraine takes decisive steps to legalize crypto sector amid tax reforms

Experts have warned that unchecked crypto activities could threaten Ukraine's geopolitical stability and economy.

4 months ago

Stablecoins

EU stablecoin regulations leave Europe vulnerable, says ECB chief

Christine Lagarde warns stablecoin liquidity risks could destabilize EU markets without swift legislative action.

4 months ago

EU flags wave above a holographic cube projecting tokenized stock tickers outside a Brussels-style institutional building - Cover art/illustration via CryptoSlate.

Regulation

EU regulator warns tokenized stocks may mislead retail investors

ESMA identifies critical gaps in tokenization, emphasizing risks of perceived stock ownership.

4 months ago

Europe

Stablecoin issuers and custodians in UK may be regulated like banks next

France moves to block crypto firms despite MiCA licensese due to lax standards in some jurisdictions

London Stock Exchange launches £1.2 trillion Microsoft-backed private fund market on blockchain

‘Monumental’: Russia is likely buying silver for its reserves

Ripple partners with BBVA to launch digital asset custody in Spain

Putin adviser accuses US of planning stablecoin scheme to eliminate $35 trillion debt

SwissBorg loses $41M in SOL after partner API compromise affects earn program

Euro stablecoins are 0.15% of the market. Here’s how Europe catches up

European Central Bank touts digital euro as key to payment security and inclusivity

Ukraine takes decisive steps to legalize crypto sector amid tax reforms

EU stablecoin regulations leave Europe vulnerable, says ECB chief

EU regulator warns tokenized stocks may mislead retail investors

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Europe

Stablecoin issuers and custodians in UK may be regulated like banks next

France moves to block crypto firms despite MiCA licensese due to lax standards in some jurisdictions

London Stock Exchange launches £1.2 trillion Microsoft-backed private fund market on blockchain

‘Monumental’: Russia is likely buying silver for its reserves

Ripple partners with BBVA to launch digital asset custody in Spain

Putin adviser accuses US of planning stablecoin scheme to eliminate $35 trillion debt

SwissBorg loses $41M in SOL after partner API compromise affects earn program

Euro stablecoins are 0.15% of the market. Here’s how Europe catches up

European Central Bank touts digital euro as key to payment security and inclusivity

Ukraine takes decisive steps to legalize crypto sector amid tax reforms

EU stablecoin regulations leave Europe vulnerable, says ECB chief

EU regulator warns tokenized stocks may mislead retail investors

Patent troll wins Bitcoin logo trademark, now claims online copyright infringement

Russians are paying up to $20,000 above market rate to buy Bitcoin

Pushing Russia out of crypto one country at a time: Singapore, Switzerland and Japan will join in sanctions

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