20 stories about Europe from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Jul 26, 2026.
Europe's new crypto regulations, like MiCA, are pushing companies to merge or partner with banks. This could reshape the industry by making it more stable but less competitive.
Ripple has obtained a full MiCA license in Luxembourg, allowing it to offer regulated crypto services throughout the European Economic Area. This marks a significant step toward mainstream crypto adoption in Europe.
As Europe's crypto rulebook takes full effect, industry leaders agree regulation is here to stay, but disagree over whether it protects consumers or favors the biggest firms.
The Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) is now fully active in Europe, affecting crypto companies and users. Some firms gain clarity, while others face stricter compliance demands.
The European Union is reviewing its MiCA crypto regulations to address changes in the market, particularly around stablecoins and tokenization. This review comes as the initial July 1 deadline for compliance has passed, signaling potential updates to the landmark legislation.
European crypto companies are increasingly moving to Dubai to avoid strict EU regulations. The UAE offers faster licensing and a dedicated crypto regulator, making it an attractive alternative. Dubai lawyer Irina Heaver notes the shift is driven by the upcoming MiCA deadline.
Germany has approved the most crypto companies under the EU's MiCA regulations, with 244 firms licensed across the EU and EEA. The July 1 deadline for compliance is fast approaching, making this a critical moment for the industry.
European regulators are ordering unlicensed crypto firms to shut down by July 1, marking the end of the MiCA transitional period. This move aims to enforce compliance with new EU regulations, potentially wiping out non-compliant businesses.
Spain's financial regulator has stated there will be no exceptions or extensions for crypto firms, including Binance, to comply with the EU's MiCA regulations by the December 2025 deadline. Industry leaders are divided on MiCA, with some praising its clarity and others warning it may limit customer access to liquidity.
Coinbase and OKX are offering sign-up bonuses of up to 8% to lure Binance's EU users after Binance failed to secure a MiCA license. This move comes as Binance struggles to comply with new European regulations.
Spain's financial regulator has ruled out any extensions for crypto companies to comply with the EU's MiCA regulations. This means firms must secure proper licensing by the deadline or face penalties. The deadline is July 2026.
OpenPayd, a financial infrastructure provider, has obtained a MiCA license, allowing it to offer regulated crypto services in Europe. This move comes as stablecoin adoption continues to grow in the region, with OpenPayd supporting companies like Kraken.
The European Commission is seeking public comment on potential revisions to its crypto regulatory framework, specifically regarding stablecoins and decentralized finance.
As the MiCA grace period closes, only a fraction of registered firms hold full licenses, setting up the prospect of a wave of consolidation.
UniCredit warns that Europe's deposit insurance may not be enough to cover stress from large stablecoin reserve accounts. Unlike the U.S., Europe's protection under MiCA rules is more limited.
IG, a major traditional finance company, is expanding its crypto trading services to more European countries through a partnership with Bitpanda. This follows the introduction of spot crypto trading for UK customers last year.
The European Commission is reviewing its crypto regulations under MiCA and wants public input by August 31. This could lead to updates affecting how crypto is used and regulated in Europe.
Zerohash Europe is the first company to obtain both a MiCA license and full EMI status, allowing it to offer stablecoin and brokerage services across the EU. This milestone could set a precedent for other crypto firms operating in Europe.
Poland has passed a crypto bill to comply with the EU's MiCA regulations, while a fraud investigation involving a major exchange is deepening political divisions. This move aims to clarify crypto regulations and protect investors, but the scandal could slow adoption.
B2C2 has obtained a MiCA license in Luxembourg, allowing it to offer over-the-counter (OTC) spot trading services across all EU member states and three EEA countries. This marks a significant step in the institutional adoption of crypto in Europe.