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EU Parliament Rejects Proposal Limiting Proof-of-Work Mining
The European Parliament has voted against a proposed rule that would have banned proof-of-work mining of cryptocurrencies like bitcoin across the European Union (EU). Patrick Hansen, head of Strategy and Business Development at Unstoppable Finance, discusses what this means for the state of crypto affairs in Europe and the world.
Proposal Limiting Proof-of-Work Is Rejected in EU Parliament Committee Vote
The provision could have required cryptocurrencies like bitcoin to shift to more environmentally friendly mechanisms.
European Parliament Proposes Expanding 'Travel Rule' to Every Single Crypto Transaction
Two major factions within the European Parliament propose to expand the "travel rule" to virtually every transaction of digital assets.
European Council Takes One Step Closer to Ratifying Landmark Crypto Regulation
The European Council and Parliament will now negotiate the rules set out in the framework.
European Commission Urges Members to Agree on Crypto Regulations
The commission is hoping to finalize its proposed regulatory sandbox for financial products based on distributed ledger technology by the end of the year.
Europe’s MiCA Crypto Rules Are Coming Soon. Here’s Why They Matter
The European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets framework would dramatically simplify how crypto businesses can expand through the 27-nation bloc.
SEC’s Gensler Lays Out US Crypto Regulation Stance to European Parliament
The chairman reiterated statements he has made in interviews elsewhere.
Why European Parliament Approving Mass Surveillance of Private Communications Matters For Crypto
The European Parliament approved a mass surveillance law that would allow digital companies to scan all users' personal messages on their platforms. "The Hash" hosts dig into the details of the bill as a potential endangerment to the right to privacy and the importance of encrypting data and communication. "In terms of crypto, I'm just thankful that there is strong encryption," host Will Foxley said.
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.
EU Lawmaker Wants Standard Regulations to Allow 'Passport' for ICOs
One European lawmaker wants to standardize ICO regulations, thereby making it easier for projects to raise funding across the EU.
