ECB chooses an AI start-up to prevent digital euro fraud
The ECB selected a Portuguese company specialising in artificial intelligence to develop fraud protection systems in an initiative to safeguard the central bank's future digital currency.
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Europe plays a crucial role in the world of cryptocurrencies, both as a centre for technological innovation and as a key player in the adoption of regulations.
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$7.3 Billion in Bitcoin Stolen from a Chinese Fraudster
Record crypto seizure in the UK: $7.3 billion in Bitcoin (61,000 BTC) was confiscated from Chinese citizen Zhimin Qian, who swindled 128,000 people. The figure, equal to the entire existing government reserve, opens a debate on the creation of a UK Bitcoin Reserve.
British Fraudster Fails with Fake $4.7 Million Crypto Refund Request
A 69-year-old British fraudster, Timothy Barnes, who pleaded guilty to 34 counts of fraud and theft
EU, 'Chat Control' proposal puts privacy and the crypto sector at risk
Proposed European 'Chat Control' law requires scanning of messages before encryption. Critics warn: risk to privacy, security and future of crypto and Web3 platforms in Europe.
Bank of Italy calls for clear EU rules for cross-border stablecoins
Chiara Scotti, deputy governor of the Bank of Italy, warns that without unified rules, cross-border stablecoins could create legal, operational and stability risks for European markets.
Crypto adoption in Italy: from retail boom to cautious institutions (2023-2025)
Between 2023 and 2025, Italy saw crypto adoption double, Ferrari accept Bitcoin, Intesa Sanpaolo buy BTC and regulators introduce new tax rules and MiCA.
Italian banks push Web3 in 2025: digital bonds, MiCA and new risks
In 2025, Italian banks really enter the Web3: Intesa buys Bitcoin, CDP issues digital bonds and Banca Sella tests stablecoin custody. Growing opportunities, but also challenges of compliance, capital and reputation under the new MiCA framework.
Italy strengthens supervision of digital assets with enforcement of the EU Transfer of Funds Regulation (TFR)
EU regulations on cryptocurrencies, anti-money laundering (AML), Travel Rule, MiCA, Italian regulation, TFR, transparency and compliance for exchanges, wallet providers and custodians of digital assets.
Stuttgart Exchange launches Seturion for tokenized assets
Börse Stuttgart launches Seturion, European blockchain platform for the settlement of tokenized assets.
Ukraine legalises crypto with new tax
Ukraine passes a law to legalise and tax cryptocurrencies, introducing clear rules on the digital market.
Amdax launches AMBTS: €20M Bitcoin fund
Amdax launched AMBTS B.V., a fund with 20M€ in Bitcoin, aiming to hold 1% of the total offering.
Binance and Mastercard: Instant Crypto Withdrawals in Euros
Binance and Mastercard launch instant euro withdrawals: funds available in minutes, with unprecedented security and speed.
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