Luxembourg


Finance

Government-Backed Firm to Launch Blockchain IDs in Luxembourg

A major digital identity firm backed by the government of Luxembourg is building a new platform alongside US startup Cambridge Blockchain.

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Markets

Why a Quiet Blockchain Consortium Could Soon Make Noise

While high-profile consortiums are progressing to big fanfare, a small blockchain effort working quietly in Luxembourg could affect the whole world.

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Markets

Bitstamp Close to Securing European License for Bitcoin Exchange

One of the world’s largest bitcoin exchanges is reportedly close to an announcement with the Luxembourg government.

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Markets

Will Regulation Dictate the Location of the World’s Bitcoin Hub?

Former Luxembourg Cabinet minister Jean-Louis Schiltz examines whether it might be possible for one place to emerge as the world's bitcoin hub.

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Markets

Bitcoin-Over-Tor Anonymity 'Can Be Busted for $2,500 a Month'

Researchers at the University of Luxembourg have found that using bitcoin over Tor leaves users open to privacy-busting attacks.

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Markets

Luxembourg Startup CoinPlus Closes Seed Funding Round

CoinPlus has completed a seed funding round of €172,500 and plans to accelerate development of its payment product.

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Markets

In Search of the Ideal Bitcoin Jurisdiction

A global jurisdictional hub for bitcoin would experience an influx of new capital and businesses, and experience rapid growth.

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Markets

'Eavesdropping' Attack Can Unmask Up to 60% of Bitcoin Clients

An attacker on a $2,000 budget could reveal bitcoin clients' IP addresses, researchers say.

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Markets

Dutch Payment Service Mollie Takes Bitcoin to 10,000+ Merchants

The company is one of the leading payments service providers in the Benelux region – and now it accepts bitcoin.

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Policy

Luxembourg Opens Dialogue with Bitcoin Businesses in New Statement

In a move that signals a positive regulatory stance, Luxembourg has invited dialogue with digital currency businesses.

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