European Parliament
EU Lawmaker Wants to Include ICOs in New Crowdfunding Rules
A draft proposal by the EP's Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs suggests creating new regulations for public initial coin offerings (ICOs).
EU, US Lawmakers Tout 'Sandbox' Approach for Blockchain Development
Lawmakers at CoinDesk's Consensus 2018 conference today argued that regulatory "sandboxes" may offer the best approach for blockchain innovation.
EU Parliament Votes for Closer Regulation of Cryptocurrencies
The European Parliament has voted for regulations to prevent the use of cryptocurrencies in money laundering and terrorism financing.
Global Blockchain Business Council Expands European Foothold
A blockchain advocacy group launched at last year's World Economic Forum is ramping up efforts to promote dialogue in Europe.
EU Draft Report: Customs Agents Ill-Equipped to Monitor Cryptocurrencies
MEPs are worried about the monitoring of cryptocurrencies at EU borders, according to a draft report.
EU Budget Amendments Call For Millions in Blockchain Funding
As many as four blockchain-related amendments, funding various initiatives, could find their way into the European Union's 2018 budget.
EU Politician Pushes Parliament to Test Blockchain Identity for Refugees
A blockchain task force within the European Parliament wants to explore how the technology could be used to provide digital identities to refugees.
European Commission Hosts Blockchain Workshop with Industry Focus
The European Commission has revealed new information about its ongoing blockchain initiatives, including the first of a series of workshops.
Blockchain Regulation: Is Europe Getting It Right?
Can we regulate blockchain before its uses are known? CoinDesk's Noelle Acheson discusses the difficult dynamics being examined by regulators.
Regulating Ethereum? EU Parliament Weighs Blockchain's Big Issues
An event held yesterday at the European Parliament showcased the state of the blockchain conversation in the EU.
