Europe

ICO Central: Why Switzerland Will Remain Crypto Valley

Switzerland is poised to remain a hotbed of ICO activity, despite regulatory actions. But it should not try to be the only hub, writes Ian Simpson.

By Ian SimpsonOct 6, 2017

MEPs are worried about the monitoring of cryptocurrencies at EU borders, according to a draft report.

By Stan HigginsOct 6, 2017

Europol has for the first time released a cybercrime report examining the growing popularity of zcash, monero and ethereum on the darknet.

Russia's cryptocurrency bill is expected to be completed by October, according to a senior government official.

By Stan HigginsSep 28, 2017

German banks working with the R3 blockchain consortium have successfully replicated the sale of a €100,000 security on a DLT platform.

By Pete RizzoSep 26, 2017

The president of the European Central Bank has indicated that his institution does not have the authority to regulate cryptocurrencies.

As many as four blockchain-related amendments, funding various initiatives, could find their way into the European Union's 2018 budget.

By Nikhilesh DeSep 22, 2017

The EU is eyeing beefed-up penalties around crimes involving cryptocurrencies, such as ransomware, the European Commission said this week.

By Stan HigginsSep 21, 2017

Switzerland's financial markets regulator has cracked down on a trio of companies tied to an alleged cryptocurrency scam.

By Nikhilesh DeSep 20, 2017

The European nation of Malta is moving to advance its ongoing blockchain strategy with the creation of a new advisory board.

By Nikhilesh DeSep 18, 2017

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