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Germany Seeking Industry Feedback for National Blockchain Strategy
The German government is soliciting industry feedback ahead of developing a blockchain strategy by summer, according to Reuters.
Oceans Apart: Crypto Regulation in the US and EU
The differences between U.S. and EU approaches to crypto asset regulation are even more complicated than they appear, writes Noelle Acheson.
European Finance Regulators Call for Bloc-Wide Crypto Rules
Two top European finance regulators, the EBA and the ESMA, have separately said today that cryptocurrency and ICO rules are needed at the EU level.
EU Parliament Calls for Action on Blockchain Adoption in Trade
The European Parliament has called for measures that would prepare the region to use blockchain to benefit trade.
7 Southern EU Nations Unite to Take Lead on Blockchain Adoption
Seven EU member nations have come together to promote the use of blockchain tech to boost government services and economic well-being.
Major Banks Sign Up for New EU Commission Blockchain App Association
The European Commission, the EU's executive body, is launching a blockchain app association next year and already has major banks on board.
EU Securities Group Advises Regulating Crypto Assets Under Existing Rules
A group that advises the EU's securities watchdog has recommended regulating most crypto assets under existing financial rules.
EU Markets Regulator Budgets €1.1 Million to Monitor Cryptos, Fintech
The EU's financial markets watchdog is setting aside over €1 million in order to monitor cryptocurrencies and other fintech activities in 2019.
'Crypto Assets Are Here to Stay,' Says EU Commission Vice President
The European Commission will conclude a regulatory assessment of crypto assets this year, because "they are here to stay," says an official.
Bittrex and Invest.com Partner on New Crypto Trading Platform
Bittrex and invest.com announced that they will partner to launch a cryptocurrency trading platform under the invest.com brand name.
