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Crypto Exchanges Still Available to Russians Despite Latest EU Sanctions, Report Unveils

October 13, 2022 Bitcoin.com

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A list of crypto exchanges, including global platforms, have not introduced new restrictions on Russian users after the EU’s most recent sanctions round, Russian crypto media reported. The latest European penalties target an array of crypto-related services to increase pressure on Russia amid an escalating conflict in Ukraine. Major Exchanges Continue to Work in Russia […]

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Portugal Prepares to Tax Crypto Gains at Rate of 28%, Draft Budget Unveils

October 11, 2022 Bitcoin.com

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Authorities in Portugal intend to impose a levy on gains from short-term crypto investments with the state budget for next year. The document, which still needs the approval of Portuguese lawmakers, signals a change in the EU nation’s positive attitude towards crypto assets. Government of Portugal Proposes New Tax for Cryptocurrency-Related Gains In the past […]

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Dapper Labs Suspends NFT Operations for Russian Users Amid New EU Sanctions

October 10, 2022 Bitcoin.com

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Canadian company Dapper Labs has blocked operations with non-fungible tokens (NFTs) for Russian accounts. The move follows a new round of sanctions recently imposed by the EU which prohibit the provision of crypto-related services to Russian residents and entities. NFT Platform Dapper Labs Conforms to Latest EU Restrictions Against Russian Federation Dapper Labs, the creators […]

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Latest EU Sanctions Expected to Stimulate Russia’s Own Crypto Market, Exchanges Maintain Services

October 8, 2022 Bitcoin.com

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The new crypto sanctions imposed by the European Union are likely to spur the development of the country’s digital asset market, according to a Russian lawmaker. Anatoly Aksakov, who chairs the parliamentary Financial Market Committee, believes Russians will manage to bypass the restrictions. Meanwhile, major exchanges have reportedly informed Russian users that trading continues. Russians […]

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EU Bans Crypto Services for Russians in New Sanctions Over Ukraine Escalation

October 7, 2022 Bitcoin.com

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An array of crypto-related services have been targeted in the latest round of sanctions on Russia approved by the EU. The measures are part of an expected tightening of the economic and financial restrictions in response to Moscow’s decision to annex Ukrainian territories. EU Council Adopts Full Ban on Crypto Wallet and Custody Services for […]

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Latest EU Sanctions to Restrict Russians’ Access to Crypto Services in Europe, Report Unveils

October 1, 2022 Bitcoin.com

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New sanctions discussed by EU member states amid the current escalation of the conflict in Ukraine are going to restrict European crypto services for Russians. Reports about the tightening have come after earlier this year the Union banned only “high-value” crypto-asset services to Russian residents and companies. EU Expected to Target Crypto Services for Russians […]

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Europol Sees Tools to Tackle Crime in Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Technologies

September 9, 2022 Bitcoin.com

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Abuse expands with use in the case of cryptocurrency, Europol has acknowledged while also noting that blockchain technologies offer authorities a new opportunity to fight crime. Europe’s law enforcement agency also says they can help investigate money laundering networks. Understanding Cryptocurrencies Is Vital to Tackling Organized Crime, Europol Says The growing use of cryptocurrency across […]

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British Fintech Revolut Granted Crypto License in Cyprus

August 18, 2022 Bitcoin.com

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U.K.-based digital bank Revolut has been authorized by Cyprus to provide cryptocurrency services to millions of customers on the Old Continent. The fintech firm says the regulatory approval will allow it to establish a European crypto hub in the island nation. Revolut to Expand Crypto Services for Europeans From Cyprus A leader in the neobank […]

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EU Parliament’s Rapporteur on MiCA Crypto Law Stefan Berger Sells Pair of Slides as NFT

August 15, 2022 Bitcoin.com

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“Freedom in a wallet” is how Member of European Parliament Stefan Berger describes the non-fungible token (NFT) he is now selling on Opensea. The NFT represents a pair of ‘Bergoletten’ slides. Shoes symbolize the first step in every development, says Berger who invested efforts in making sure Europe’s upcoming crypto legislation gets the backing of […]

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CBDC Could Be ‘Holy Grail’ of Cross-Border Payments, ECB Says, Sees Bitcoin as Less Credible

August 4, 2022 Bitcoin.com

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Several solutions can potentially improve cross-border payments significantly and central bank digital currency (CBDC) could be the “holy grail,” according to the European Central Bank (ECB). In a new report, the eurozone’s monetary authority also claims stablecoins, among other options, are “problematic.” ‘Holy Grail’ of Cross-Border Payments in Reach Through CBDC, European Central Bank Insists […]

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