Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has chosen Ireland as its hub for the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. This decision will allow Coinbase to utilize its existing infrastructure and drive growth across all 27 member countries of the EU. By establishing a presence in Ireland, Coinbase aims to take advantage of the country’s […]
Binance, the leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has announced that it will be shutting down its crypto-powered Visa debit card services in the European Economic Area (EEA) in December. The closure of the card does not affect customer accounts, and Binance is encouraging European customers to transition to its crypto payment technology, Binance Pay. The card […]
Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has announced that it will be shutting down its crypto card services in the European Economic Area (EEA). This decision comes as Binance faces increasing regulatory pressure in various countries. The exchange’s Visa Debit Card Services, which allow users to convert crypto assets into local fiat currencies for purchases, […]
Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has announced plans to establish its EU MiCA hub in Ireland. This decision comes as Coinbase aims to expand its operations strategically across all 27 European member nations. By choosing Ireland, Coinbase hopes to optimize its current operations and uphold regulatory compliance while introducing more individuals to cryptocurrency. The company […]
Ripple Labs Inc. has partnered with Tokentus Investment AG, a Frankfurt-based investment company specializing in the blockchain sector, to advance the growth and adoption of the XRP Ledger (XRPL). This collaboration is part of Ripple’s XRPL Accelerator Program, which aims to support emerging start-ups by providing mentorship and guidance. Tokentus, listed on the Munich stock […]
Zuger Kantonalbank, Switzerland’s oldest cantonal bank, has made a significant move by introducing trading and custody services for six major cryptocurrencies, with a focus on XRP. This development comes as a result of a collaboration with Sygnum Bank, a leading player in the digital asset sector. Zuger Kantonalbank is the first cantonal bank in Switzerland […]
The United States-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has chosen Ireland as its main European hub for compliance with Europe’s cryptocurrency regulatory framework, known as Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA). This move allows Coinbase to serve the 450 million people across 27 countries in Europe under one regulatory framework and with one national supervisor. Currently, Coinbase holds […]
Rumors are circulating that France’s Central Bank, Banque de France, is considering adopting XRP for its digital euro. While there has been no official announcement from the bank, it is not new to the blockchain and crypto space. The bank previously ran a pilot test of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) on a blockchain […]
Bitcoin core developers have been engaged in a heated debate over improvement proposals (BIPs) to address issues with the protocol. At a recent panel in Bitcoin Amsterdam, developers Paul Sztorc and Peter Todd clashed over Sztorc’s work on Drivechains. Sztorc’s LayerTwo Labs has been working on BIP-300 for six years, advocating for the creation of […]
Stéphanie Cabossioras has resigned from her position as the executive director of Binance France, making her the latest senior executive to leave the company this year. Binance France President David Prinçay confirmed her departure and expressed gratitude for her contributions. Cabossioras joined Binance in April 2022 as the head of legal for the French arm […]
