Europe

Alleged BTC-e Operator Alexander Vinnik Seeks Extradition to Russia

Alleged bitcoin launderer Alexander Vinnik, who is wanted by several countries, has filed in Greece for extradition to Russia.

The U.K. Parliament has been presented demos of real-world blockchain applications designed to educate policymakers.

Malta is turning to crypto sleuthing startup CipherTrace for technical help addressing the risk of financial crimes in its digital asset industry.

Blockchain adoption will be led by permissioned platforms focused on specific use cases or user bases, according to a new EU report.

Three-quarters of U.K. consumers don’t know what a cryptocurrency is or can’t define it, according to a survey by the nation’s financial regulator.

Emmanuel Macron has called for increased use of data technologies such as blockchain in the EU to benefit agriculture and consumers.

Coinbase has acquired blockchain analytics startup Neutrino as part of a push to offer more diverse crypto assets.

The German government is soliciting industry feedback ahead of developing a blockchain strategy by summer, according to Reuters.

Securities issued on blockchains in Luxembourg now have the same legal status as traditional securities, after the passing of a new bill.

London-based OTC firm B2C2 has just been authorized by the U.K.’s financial watchdog to offer cryptocurrency contracts for difference (CFDs).