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MiCA sparks licensing frenzy in Europe

Europe’s crypto scene was a grey zone. Then along comes MiCA, the Markets in Crypto-Assets regulation, like a boss laying down the law. Six...

Spain’s banking giant brings Bitcoin and Ethereum to the masses

Spain’s second-biggest bank, BBVA, just flipped the script on crypto in Europe. While most EU banks, 95% of ‘em, mind you, are still playing...

Kraken MiCA License Approved by Central Bank of Ireland

On June 26, 2025, Kraken announced it had received a MiCA license from the Central Bank of Ireland. This approval allows the exchange to...

Europe Takes Crypto Lead With MiCA Rules as US Retail Activity Drops

The MiCA regulation went into effect on January 1, 2025, and trading volume from EU users on Paybis increased by 70% quarter-over-quarter, according to...

BBVA Urges Wealthy Clients to Allocate Up to 7% in Crypto Despite EU Bank Hesitation

BBVA, Spain’s second-largest bank, is advising its wealthy clients to allocate 3% to 7% of their investment portfolios to crypto assets like Bitcoin (BTC)....

Kraken Secures EU License, Launches Regulated Crypto Derivatives in Europe

On May 20, 2025, Kraken introduced regulated crypto derivatives trading for retail and institutional clients across the European Economic Area (EEA). The new service includes...

EU Confirms Privacy Token Ban and Anonymous Crypto Crackdown by 2027

The European Union will enforce a privacy token ban and anonymous crypto restrictions starting in 2027. The rules are part of the new Anti-Money...

Bunq Crypto Opens Trading for 12.5 Million Users in European Economic Area

Bunq Crypto launched on April 29, allowing users of the neobank to access over 300 cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin (BTC), Ether (ETH), and Solana (SOL)....

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