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Tag Archive: Blockchain

Turkish Bank Garanti BBVA Kripto Partners with Wyden to Enhance Digital Asset Trading

2025-06-23

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2025-06-23

Wyden, a Zurich-based provider of institutional digital asset trading infrastructure for regulated institutions, has formed a strategic partnership with Garanti BBVA Kripto, a subsidiary of Garanti BBVA, one of Turkey’s largest banks. The collaboration aims to enhance Garanti BBVA Kripto’s digital asset trading services for both retail and corporate clients. Through the partnership, Garanti BBVA Kripto will offer trading pairs in Turkish Lira and...

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Crypto Giants to Gain EU Access as Regulator Tensions Rise

2025-06-16

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2025-06-16

Two of the world’s largest cryptocurrency firms are on the verge of securing licenses to operate across the European Union, as tensions rise among regulators over the pace and stringency of certain countries’ approval processes, according to sources familiar with the matter. Under the EU’s new Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, which came into effect earlier this year, member states are authorised to issue licenses that permit crypto firms...

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Stablecoins Gain Ground in Finance, Key Trends Include Yield Products, Cross-Border Payments

2025-06-13

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2025-06-13

Stablecoins are rapidly evolving from a niche vertical in the cryptocurrency ecosystem into a foundational element of the global financial system. A new analysis by CB Insights, in partnership with industry player Stablecon, looks at this burgeoning ecosystem, highlighting key trends emerging in this industry, and mapping the sector’s top players. One of the main trends outlined in the report is the increased participation of traditional financial...

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Crypto Adoption on the Rise, Driven by Europe, Younger Demographics

2025-06-13

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2025-06-13

Cryptocurrency adoption has increased remarkably over the past year, driven by European customers, and younger generations. according to a new survey commissioned by Gemini. Positive developments, including the launch of US cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and pro-crypto policies from the Trump administration, have also contributed to rising confidence and interest in digital assets, the study found. Conducted in H1 2025, the research...

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Bybit Secures MiCAR License, Establishes European HQ in Vienna

2025-06-02

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2025-06-02

Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has been granted a Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) license by the Austrian Financial Market Authority (FMA). The license allows Bybit to operate as a regulated crypto-asset services provider and to offer its crypto products and services across 29 European Economic Area (EEA) member states. Its EEA hub, located in Austria, enables the firm to passport its...

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Former US CFTC Chair Chris Giancarlo Joins Sygnum as Senior Policy Adviser

2025-05-27

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2025-05-27

Sygnum, a digital asset banking group, has announced the appointment of J. Christopher Giancarlo, former Chairman of the United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), as its Senior Policy Adviser. During his time at the CFTC, Giancarlo was known for his support of open markets, innovation, and balanced regulatory approaches. His advocacy for cryptocurrency before the US Congress earned him the informal title of “crypto dad.” He remains...

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Swiss Crypto Associations Unveil 12-Point Manifesto to Strengthen Switzerland’s Leadership in Blockchain

2025-05-19

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2025-05-19

Three crypto industry organizations in Switzerland, namely the Swiss Blockchain Federation, the Crypto Valley Association, and the Bitcoin Association Switzerland, have joined forces to release a comprehensive manifesto aimed at reinforcing Switzerland’s position as a global blockchain hub.

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France Boosts Security for Crypto Entrepreneurs After Kidnappings

2025-05-19

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2025-05-19

A group of prominent French cryptocurrency entrepreneurs and their families will receive heightened security measures following two confirmed kidnappings and an attempted abduction involving industry figures and their relatives.

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Crypto Valley Hits 1,749 Blockchain Firms, Grows 132% Since 2020

2025-05-15

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2025-05-15

The latest CV VC Crypto Valley Company and Industry Report shows that Crypto Valley, which includes Switzerland and Liechtenstein, has grown by 132% since 2020, reaching 1,749 active blockchain companies in 2024.

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Swiss National Bank Trials Blockchain to Modernise MDB Financial Processes

2025-04-24

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2025-04-24

The Swiss National Bank, together with the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) Innovation Hub and the World Bank, has successfully developed a proof-of-concept (PoC) platform aimed at improving the management of financial commitments in Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs).

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Mastercard Partners with Kraken to Enable Crypto Payments Across UK and Europe

2025-04-11

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2025-04-11

Mastercard has entered into a partnership with Kraken to enable real-world Bitcoin and cryptocurrency payments across the UK and Europe. The collaboration will allow Kraken users to spend their digital assets at over 150 million merchants worldwide that accept Mastercard, marking a move towards greater integration of cryptocurrency into everyday transactions. Scott Abrahams “Mastercard is committed to driving innovation and expanding the...

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nxtAssets GmbH Joins SIX Swiss Exchange as the Latest Issuer of Crypto ETPs

2025-03-25

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2025-03-25

SIX Swiss Exchange welcomed nxtAssets GmbH as its newest issuer of Exchange-Traded Products (ETPs) with cryptocurrency underlyings. nxtAssets GmbH has listed two fully backed products, one on Bitcoin and one on Ethereum, expanding the range of regulated digital asset investment opportunities available to institutional and private investors.

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Crypto VC Funding Remains Steady at US$10B in 2024

2025-02-14

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2025-02-14

PitchBook has released its Q4 2024 Crypto VC Trends Report, providing an overview of venture capital investment in the cryptocurrency sector. The report highlights key trends across blockchain infrastructure, Web3, decentralised finance (DeFi), and AI-driven decentralised systems. Crypto venture funding saw a modest recovery in the fourth quarter, increasing by 13.6% compared to the previous quarter. Deal value rose from US$2.2 billion in Q3 to...

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10 Must Read Bitcoin and Blockchain Blogs and Webpages

2025-02-14

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2025-02-14

Over the past decade, the cryptocurrency sector has transformed from a niche experiment into a global financial phenomenon. This growth accelerated as more people and businesses recognized the potential of digital assets and blockchain technology, and as the price of bitcoin soared, garnering widespread media attention. In 2024, crypto activity continued to reach new heights. According to Andreessen Horowitz’s 2024 State of Crypto report, the...

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BlackRock Plans to Launch Bitcoin-Linked ETP in Switzerland

2025-02-07

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2025-02-07

BlackRock is preparing to introduce a new exchange-traded product (ETP) tied directly to Bitcoin in Europe, following the success of its US$58 billion US-based cryptocurrency ETF. Sources familiar with the matter suggest that the fund will likely be domiciled in Switzerland, with BlackRock potentially beginning its marketing efforts as early as this month. However, as these individuals were not authorised to discuss the details publicly, they...

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Crypto Valley’s Report Shows $593 Billion Valuation

2025-01-21

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2025-01-21

The tenth edition of the CV VC Top 50 Report, released at the Web3 Hub Davos during the World Economic Forum, ranks the top 50 blockchain entities by token market capitalisation and private company valuations. The report provides insights into Crypto Valley’s 2024 venture funding landscape and highlights the ongoing developments in the blockchain sector. Top 50 Valuation Milestones for 2024: The total valuation of the Top 50 entities has...

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PostFinance Launches Staking Service for Ethereum

2025-01-20

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2025-01-20

PostFinance has partnered with Sygnum, a FINMA-regulated digital asset bank, to offer cryptocurrency trading and custody services. The new offering includes a “staking” feature, initially available for Ethereum through the PostFinance App and e-finance. Other cryptocurrencies will be added in the future. “Staking” involves locking up cryptocurrencies to support blockchain security and operations, earning “staking rewards” as passive income. Dr....

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Crypto.com Gets Preliminary Approval for MiCA Licence from EU Regulators

2025-01-20

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2025-01-20

Crypto.com has received preliminary approval for a Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) licence from European Union regulators. This makes it one of the first major cryptocurrency platforms to achieve this milestone. The full regulatory approval for the MiCA licence will allow Crypto.com to offer its services across the EU under a new, unified regulatory framework. The MiCA regulations was designed to increase transparency and consumer protection in the...

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Swissgrams: the natural progression of the Krugerrand in the digital age

2025-01-16

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2025-01-16

Share this article Having worked in the precious metals industry for decades, I have had countless opportunities to have very honest and very enlightening conversations with numerous investors and partners alike. For many years, I’ve been discussing the challenges, the hurdles and the problems they’ve encountered. The details of each story I’ve heard might be as unique as the person who shared it with me, however, most of these accounts have a...

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Swissgrams: the natural progression of the Krugerrand in the digital age

2025-01-16

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2025-01-16

Having worked in the precious metals industry for decades, I have had countless opportunities to have very honest and very enlightening conversations with numerous investors and partners alike. For many years, I’ve been discussing the challenges, the hurdles and the problems they’ve encountered. The details of each story I’ve heard might be as unique as the person who shared it with me, however, most of these accounts have a common denominator....

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