The EU Is Building a 'Financial Transparency Gateway' with Blockchain
An official from the European Commission has revealed it is currently building a blockchain tool to enable data sharing.
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Aug 11, 2017 at 2:46 p.m. UTC
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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.
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Jul 18, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. UTC
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EU Report: Digital Currency Use by Organized Criminals Is 'Rare'
A newly released report from the European Commission suggests there is relatively little virtual currency use among organized crime groups.
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Jul 8, 2017 at 9:15 a.m. UTC
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Europe's Executive Arm Launches New Blockchain Study Group
The European Commission is launching a new blockchain research project focused on non-financial applications of the tech.
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Jun 13, 2017 at 11:31 a.m. UTC
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European Commission Proposes Blockchain RegTech Pilot
The executive branch of the European Union may soon embark on a blockchain test that trials the technology's regulatory applications.
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Mar 27, 2017 at 2:30 p.m. UTC
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EU Commission: We Plan to Boost Support for Blockchain Projects
The executive arm of the European Union government is planning to expand its work on blockchain, an official said last week.
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Feb 15, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. UTC
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European Commission Eyes Transaction Limits on Digital Currencies
The EU is weighing a limit on cash transactions in a move that may also impact digital currency payments.
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Jan 30, 2017 at 5:38 p.m. UTC
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Bank Regulator Calls for Broader Oversight of EU Bitcoin Services
The European Banking Authority is calling for greater regulatory oversight for bitcoin exchanges and custodial wallets.
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Aug 12, 2016 at 6:31 p.m. UTC
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European Union Adopts Tighter Bitcoin Controls Amid Terrorism Crackdown
The executive branch of the European Union today adopted new AML rules that will impact digital currency businesses.
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Jul 5, 2016 at 8:30 p.m. UTC
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This Proposal Could Reshape Europe's Cryptocurrency Policies
Why an overlooked aspect of recent European Commission proposal concerning the regulation of cryptocurrencies may have far-reaching consequences.
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Feb 20, 2016 at 6:31 p.m. UTC
Feb 20, 2016