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The Italian Banking Association successfully completed its wholesale CBDC trial, Project Leonidas, focusing on interbank transactions and cash-in-transit settlements. The trial, involving 16 banks and blockchain firm R3, highlighted benefits like atomic transactions and transparency. #stablecoin #CBDC #DigitalPayment #banking #digitalCurrency #italianbanking #cryptocurrency #digitalPound #fintechnews #cbdccommunity #blockchain #AI #finance #currency #regulatory #DigitalAssets #data #london #US #digitalmarketing #digitaleuro  https://lnkd.in/gZg3qMRC

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🎉 Sygnum opens office in Lugano 🏦 Sygnum Bank, the world’s first digital asset bank, has opened a new office in Lugano, expanding its presence within Greater Zurich. This move highlights Sygnum’s efforts to scale its operations and strengthen its position within Switzerland’s thriving blockchain landscape. 🚀 Lugano is fast becoming a vital #blockchain hub, spearheaded by initiatives like Plan B, which aim to foster a blockchain-friendly environment in the region. The city is attracting global players and innovators, solidifying its position as a go-to destination for digital asset businesses. 🌐 This expansion underscores the broader blockchain ecosystem, known as #CryptoValley. Home to nearly 900 companies, the #GreaterZurichArea benefits from clear blockchain regulations and close collaboration between companies, academia, and authorities, driving innovation and growth in the sector. 🔗 Read the full story here: https://okt.to/IkEYS4. Want to learn more about the world-famous Crypto Valley? Click here: https://okt.to/l9eXwO. #Web3 #crypto #fintech #whySwitzerland

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#News #LendingProtocol #Nexo #NEXOtokens Lending Protocol Nexo Allocates $12M for Ecosystem Incentives: Nexo, a cryptocurrency lending protocol, distributes 10 million NEXO tokens to its users, valued at $12.5 million, to encourage trade, earning, deposit, and borrowing on the platform. Nexo developers wrote on May 8 regarding the sixth anniversary of the protocol, “Stack points, multiply your gains, and unlock more surprises.” “The Nexonomics-inspired hunt is designed to […] The post Lending Protocol Nexo Allocates $12M for Ecosystem Incentives appeared first on Coinscreed.

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🔍 Bank of Italy is set to release crypto asset guidelines, as announced by Governor Fabio Panetta in a recent speech to the Italian Banking Association. The guidelines aim to support the effective application of MiCAR, ensuring market stability, payment system functionality, and protection for instrument holders. Governor Panetta highlighted that Electronic Money Tokens (EMTs) issued by banks and electronic money institutions are crucial for maintaining trust and functioning as effective means of payment. These tokens stand out from Asset-Referenced Tokens (ARTs) by offering stable value without fluctuations tied to underlying assets. More insights on pages 13-15 of the speech ⤵ #CryptoAssets #MiCAR #EMTs #ARTs

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As more and more Forex brokers are choosing to partner with the OneLabs OTC Desk to facilitate on/off ramping for clients without putting their core rails at risk, let’s take a look at just one of the reasons why… https://lnkd.in/eVTwiFJY

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🎙️ What does Paolo A. think about European crypto regulation? "We express our concerns about certain parts of the MiCA license, especially when it comes to stablecoins. This starts from the requirement of keeping a significant percentage of assets in cash deposits" The full interview of Tether.to CEO is available in comment 👇

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The Markets in Crypto-Assets Act is on the horizon, set to transform the digital assets landscape in Malta. Implementing the Markets in Crypto-Assets (#MiCA) Regulation, this groundbreaking framework aims to bring much-needed clarity, investor protection, and innovation to the crypto space. MiCA is a comprehensive regulatory framework designed to streamline and harmonize the rules for crypto-assets across the EU. It covers a wide range of digital assets, including #cryptocurrencies, #utilitytokens, and #stablecoins, ensuring a safer and more transparent market for all participants. With the implementation date fast approaching, now is the time for businesses, investors, and stakeholders in Malta to prepare and align with the new regulations. Compliance will be crucial for staying competitive and leveraging the opportunities presented by this dynamic sector. Navigating the complexities of MiCA can be challenging, but you don't have to do it alone. Our team of experts is here to provide you with tailored advice and support to ensure a smooth transition. Whether you're a startup, established business, or investor, we have the knowledge and experience to guide you through every step of the process. Don't wait until it's too late. Reach out to us today for a consultation and let us help you stay ahead of the curve. Together, we can ensure your business thrives under the new MiCA regulations. 📧 Contact us at [email protected] #MiCA #CryptoRegulation #Malta #DigitalAssets #Blockchain #Crypto #Compliance #Innovation #FinTech

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Swiss National Bank and SDX Delve Deeper Into CBDCs, Tokenized Securities The next two-year phase of Project Helvetia will see other financial institutions and types of transactions join the party. https://lnkd.in/dm5_HSqc #Blockchain #Crypto

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🌟 Setting the standard with MiCA-compliant institutional execution with Talos 🌟 As the MiCA deadline fast approaches at the end of the year, the crypto market is undergoing transformative adjustments. At Kvarn X, we’ve redefined the EU broker market with institutional-grade execution that’s fully MiCA-compliant, delivering unmatched transparency, quality, and reliability for all types of investors — from retail to professionals. 🔍 Key Highlights: 👉 MiCA-compliant best execution, ensuring full pre- and post-trade transparency supported. 👉 Advanced order book aggregation and smart order routing across multiple liquidity venues for optimal pricing. 👉 Institutional spreads and depths accessible to all investors, enabling cost-efficient trades even during periods of market volatility. 👉 Seamless access to a broad spectrum of crypto assets, supporting all pairs across centralized (CEX) and decentralized (DEX) platforms. 🚨 Why It Matters: MiCA regulations are transforming the crypto industry by introducing stringent transparency and accountability standards. Under MiCA, platforms must disclose their source of liquidity and ensure that execution methods adhere to best execution principles — meaning for example that execution cannot rely solely on their own book or price. Unfortunately, many platforms, exchanges, and brokers still fail to meet these principles, relying instead on hidden markups, excessive spreads, trading against their own inventory, or limited cost transparency. At Kvarn X, we are setting a new benchmark with superior execution quality, robust analytics, and full MiCA compliance, ensuring every trade adheres to the highest standards of transparency, fairness, and investor protection. Don’t settle for less. Join Kvarn X and experience the future of crypto trading, where institutional-grade MiCA-compliant execution is the norm. Supported countries: 🇫🇮 Finland 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇪🇪 Estonia 🇵🇱 Poland 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇪🇸 Spain 🇩🇪 Germany 🇪🇺 & rest of the European Union Contact Tuomas Maksimainen, Janne Ikola or Joonas Järvinen, CFA, CAIA, FRM to learn how Kvarn X can support your crypto investing strategy or professional allocation needs. #KvarnX #MiCACompliance #BestExecution #CryptoInvesting #InstitutionalExecution #Bitcoin https://lnkd.in/gAr_yBpw

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CySEC - Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission just opened a new pathway for crypto companies to obtain a pre-assessment, bringing more clarity and regulatory support for the industry. This step isn’t just a regulatory move, it signals Cyprus’s ambition to become a serious player in the global financial sector for Crypto providers, strengthening its position as a trusted finance hub in attracting international firms looking for a stable, regulated environment. #Growth to the economy, #innovation and #jobcreation https://lnkd.in/dXRtuTfn

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🌏 How regulated are the world’s top centralised crypto exchanges (CEXs)? The second edition of VASPnet’s report evaluating the current risk of unregulated service providers in the digital asset sector is here. VASPnet assessed the regulatory status of CoinMarketCap’s list of top 100 spot CEXs. Regulatory data indicates that 88 of these VASP institutions are known to 64 regulatory authorities in 54 different countries. The report contains insights on: 📌 the density of regulatory records on top CEXs by region, 📌 the most popular countries for top CEXs worldwide and in the EU, 📌 how many are not under regulatory supervision, 📌 how many are subject to anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) requirements vs. wider consumer protection, market conduct or prudential requirements, 📌 how many are currently registered or licensed in an EU jurisdiction, 📌 a snapshot of the daily transaction volume of unregulated CEXs, and more. For insights on how regulated the world’s top spot CEXs are download VASPnet’s latest report 👉 https://bit.ly/3B7MTby #VASPdata #VASPnet #VASPs #cryptoregulation #cryptodata #AML #CFT #CEXs #EU

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We simplify the onboarding process with 0% fees on bank transfers. This, along with other instant top-up methods, ensures that more people can easily access the crypto space. #Tradesilvania #NoFees #BankTransfer #TopUp #Crypto

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