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Christian Lindner has emphasized the importance of crypto assets in contributing to "global prosperity," highlighting that the United States is considering including them in its reserves.
Christian Lindner, former Federal Minister of Finance and leader of the Free Democratic Party (FDP), has advocated for Germany to embrace the opportunities presented by Bitcoin and other digital currencies.
Stefan Berger, a Member of the European Parliament (MEP), has called for the European Union to appoint a dedicated representative for cryptocurrency.
Sarah Knafo, a French Member of Parliament and Vice President of the ENS group in the European Parliament, expressed her opposition to the introduction of a digital euro and advocated for a strategic national Bitcoin reserve.
Blockchain consultant Stéphane Rodriguez has reported that users of the cryptocurrency exchange Bybit in France are unable to sell their tokens to recover funds before the platform's account closure.
Bybit has announced the cessation of withdrawal and custody services for French nationals and residents, attributing the decision to regulatory changes in the French Territories.
Marc Andreessen, general partner of Andreessen Horowitz, has raised concerns about what he describes as "Chokepoint 2.0," a strategy targeting political opponents and tech startups through de-banking and economic pressure.
Brian Armstrong, co-founder and CEO of Coinbase, said that the percentage of global GDP operating on cryptocurrency rails is expected to increase significantly over the next decade.
The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is seeking feedback on its Discussion Paper DP24/4 to shape the proposed "Cryptoasset Admissions and Disclosures and Market Abuse Regime."
Nils Andersen-Röed, Head of Binance’s Financial Intelligence Unit and former Europol investigator, said that blockchain's transparency is a "powerful tool" against illicit activity.
Bitget announced it recently secured registration with the United Kingdom's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
On November 27, the Russian Federation Council approved a bill establishing a taxation framework for cryptocurrency transactions, including an exemption from value-added tax (VAT) for mined coins.
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has initiated plans to regulate the expanding cryptocurrency sector, as 12% of UK adults now own cryptocurrencies, an increase from 10% in previous years.
On November 21, Gary Gensler, Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), announced on X that he will step down on January 20, 2025.
On November 26, Morocco moved closer to lifting its 2017 ban on cryptocurrencies, a decision that could influence broader market trends.
New data reveals significant engagement by U.S. users with cryptocurrency exchanges that officially prohibit trading within the United States.
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has released new data indicating a significant decrease in cryptoasset registration applications.
Minister Clara Chappaz inaugurated the French Consulate's new AI Club in San Francisco, a strategic initiative aimed at fostering collaboration and innovation within the burgeoning artificial intelligence sector.
Global Digital Finance (GDF) and Adan have announced a strategic partnership aimed at promoting collaboration in the digital finance sector across Europe.
The UK government announced a pilot program on November 14 to issue a Digital Gilt Instrument (DIGIT) using blockchain technology, aiming to modernize public finance. Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves unveiled the initiative during her Mansion House speech, presenting it as part of efforts to enhance the UK’s status as a global financial hub.