Is It Time for a Blockchain Brexit?
The U.K. is on the brink of a previously unthinkable 'hard Brexit' from the European Union. A solution could be found in the capabilities of blockchain.
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Apr 8, 2019 at 4:26 a.m. UTC
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7 Southern EU Nations Unite to Take Lead on Blockchain Adoption
Seven EU member nations have come together to promote the use of blockchain tech to boost government services and economic well-being.
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Dec 5, 2018 at 3:01 p.m. UTC
Dec 5, 2018
Think Tank Report Argues for Standardized Crypto Rules Within EU
A Brussels-based think tank believes the EU should enforce standardized regulations on cryptocurrencies for each member nation.
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Sep 5, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. UTC
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As No-Deal Brexit Looms, UK Blockchain Startups Are Weighing Options
The U.K. is on the cusp of leaving the E.U., sparking concern for blockchain startups working within a government-run regulatory sandbox.
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Aug 19, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. UTC
Aug 19, 2018
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EU Agencies to Offer €100K Prize at Blockchain Hackathon
The EU Commission and the EU Intellectual Property Office will host a hackathon to explore blockchain use cases for intellectual property protection.
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Apr 11, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. UTC
Apr 11, 2018
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Don't Forget the 'Other' Cryptocurrency Tax
If cryptocurrency gains acceptance as a means of exchange, it’s sure to raise the ire of governments hungry for revenue from sales taxes.
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Apr 3, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. UTC
Apr 3, 2018
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EU Can't Ban Bitcoin Mining Over Energy Concerns, Official Says
Cryptocurrency mining is perfectly legal in Europe and only subject to standard electricity rules, according to an EU commissioner.
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Mar 12, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. UTC
Mar 12, 2018
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Dutch Finance Minister Calls for ICO Regulations
The finance minister of the Netherlands has called for new regulations around cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings.
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Mar 9, 2018 at 9:45 p.m. UTC
Mar 9, 2018
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Cryptocurrency Tops EU Watchdog's 2018 Agenda
The Europe Union's top securities watchdog has said that cryptocurrencies will be one of its top priorities in 2018.
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Feb 8, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. UTC
Feb 8, 2018
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EU Launches Blockchain Observatory With Ethereum Startup
The European Union initiative launched Thursday will fund up to $425 million in blockchain projects and draw on ConsenSys' expertise and connections.
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Feb 2, 2018 at 7:03 a.m. UTC
Feb 2, 2018