Spain's AI Governance Law: the EU AI Act Goes National
Spain approved an organic AI governance law on May 26, 2026, becoming the first EU member state to translate the AI Act into national rules, with SME…
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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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MiCA Deadline Looms: 90 Crypto Firms Risk EU Market Ban by June 30
The AMF has given 90 unlicensed crypto firms until June 30, 2026, to obtain full MiCA authorization. No license means exit. The soft phase is over.
AI Act Updated: Digital Omnibus May 7 and What Changes for Businesses
The EU Digital Omnibus AI agreement of May 7, 2026 is the first major update to the AI Act. Deadlines shift, SME burdens ease, and 60% of businesses still…
European Banks and Crypto in 2026: Who Buys What, How Much
Intesa Sanpaolo holds $235M in crypto as of Q1 2026, per SEC filings. BBVA, BPCE, Commerzbank, UBS and 12 Qivalis banks are reshaping European finance.
Italy Crypto Tax 2026: 33% Rate, DAC8 and June 30 Deadline
Italy's crypto tax rate hits 33% in 2026, the €2,000 threshold is gone, and DAC8 auto-reports your exchange data to authorities. The June 30 deadline is real.
Intesa Sanpaolo Doubles Crypto Bet: $235M in Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP
Intesa Sanpaolo's crypto exposure jumped from $100M to $235M in Q1 2026, per its SEC 13F filing. New positions in Ethereum and XRP, plus a $95.9M call option…
Bank of England Reverses Stablecoin Rules: What Changes for GBP
The Bank of England admits its stablecoin proposals were too strict. GBP stablecoins hold less than 0.5% of a $315 billion global market as revised rules take…
Euro Stablecoins Hit $777M Monthly: 12x Growth in 15 Months
Euro stablecoins surged from $69M to $777M in monthly volume between Jan 2025 and March 2026, per TRM Labs. MiCA, Qivalis, and the ECB are now all in play.
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