Cyprus Urges Joint Action Against Crypto-Based Terrorism Financing
The regulatory authority in Cyprus has called upon accounting and audit professionals to play a crucial role in detecting and preventing terror financing activities. This effort emphasizes a special focus…
Bank of Italy to Release Crypto Guidelines in ‘Coming Days’ — Governor
Italy’s central bank will publish guidelines on how to apply incoming European Union crypto regulations “in the coming days,” Bank of Italy Governor Fabio Panetta announced on Tuesday, July 9.…
German Gov’t Prepares for Next $276M BTC Sell-Off
The German government has continued its Bitcoin sell-off, sending approximately 3,100 BTC worth around $178 million within the span of an hour on July 9. Recent Transactions and Holdings Simultaneously,…
German Government’s $354M BTC Sell-Off Signals Potential for Increased Volatility
The wallet labeled “German Government (BKA)” on Arkham Intelligence has loaded up 6,000 more Bitcoin worth $354 million in preparation for the next round of BTC sell-offs. This move signals…
British Boarding School Implements Nokia Phone Policy for New Students
Starting in September, first-year students at Eton College will be restricted to using basic Nokia phones for calls and texts only. This policy marks a change from the typical smartphone…
Invesco Ether ETF Sets Fees at 0.25% as Competition Among Issuers Heats Up
On July 9, asset managers Invesco and Galaxy announced the management fees for the Invesco Galaxy Ethereum ETF (QETH) at 0.25% in an amended filing to United States regulators. This…
Crypto Fear & Greed Index Hits Lowest Level Since January 2023
The Crypto Fear & Greed Index, a metric that tracks relative market sentiment, has plummeted to its lowest levels since January 2023, reaching 27 on July 9, according to data…
Delivery Hero Warns of Potential €400M Antitrust Fine
Delivery Hero, the Berlin-based food delivery giant, has alerted investors about a potential antitrust fine of up to €400 million. This announcement follows previous unannounced inspections by European Union authorities…
German Gov’t Shifts Additional 3K BTC in 1 Hour
The German government has transferred over 3,000 Bitcoin since 11:11 am UTC, bringing the total BTC volume moved by the government over the last 24 hours to a five-figure amount.…
Germany Transfers $80M in BTC, Vitalik Donates 100 ETH, and Other Highlights
The German government has made another significant transfer of Bitcoin, moving 1,400 BTC—worth $80 million at current prices—in its latest string of Bitcoin movements. On July 6, a wallet address…
EU Mandates Speed Limiters on New Cars to Boost Road Safety
The European Union has declared that all new cars will be required to have speed limiters starting from July 7, Sunday. This regulation will not affect the UK but will…
Spain’s climate change risk aids Madrid VC Seaya in closing €300M fund
According to a recent Dealroom report on the Spanish tech ecosystem, the combined enterprise value of Spanish startups surpassed €100 billion in 2023. This milestone signifies a burgeoning tech landscape…
Apple Approves Epic’s EU iOS App Store with Conditions
The Epic Games Store app for EU iPhones has successfully passed Apple’s notarization process, moving the alternative app store closer to selling apps directly to iOS users outside of Apple’s…
Telegram Launches Stars for Content Creators, Expands Crypto Use
Telegram is enhancing its monetization capabilities by enabling content creators to share and monetize their work directly on its platform using a new digital currency called Stars. Introduced last month,…
Proton Launches Proton Docs to Challenge Google Docs with Enhanced Privacy
Proton, a company that prioritizes user privacy, has introduced a new service called Proton Docs. This service is a direct competitor to Google Docs and is integrated within Proton’s existing…
Crypto ‘Relief Rally’ May Be Just Beginning, with Sellers Exhausted
The cryptocurrency markets may be poised for a “relief rally” following a tumultuous June, with analysts suggesting that selling pressure on exchanges has eased. Crypto intelligence platform Santiment posted an…
Apple to Support Alternative Payments for Vision Pro in EU
Apple has announced that its forthcoming Vision Pro headset will support alternative payment methods when it launches in the European Union, aligning with the Digital Markets Act (DMA). This strategic…
Altrove leverages AI models and advanced lab automation to develop innovative materials.
In recent years, innovation in new materials development has seen a significant acceleration. A notable player in this field is Altrove, a French deep-tech startup aiming to be a crucial…
EU Targets China’s Temu and Shein with Proposed Import Duty
The European Union (EU) is planning to impose customs duties on inexpensive goods purchased from Chinese online retailers, including Temu, Shein, and AliExpress. This move, reported by the Financial Times…
Government Movements in Cryptocurrency: German and U.S. Actions Highlighted
Recent actions by the governments of Germany and the United States have placed them at the forefront of cryptocurrency management discussions. These countries have actively moved significant amounts of cryptocurrency,…