Belgian FSMA surveys crypto investors before taking on new ad regulation authority
Crypto ads in Belgium will bear a blunt warning after a new regulation takes effect in May, and “mass” advertising campaigns will be subject to advance FSMA approval.
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Belgian MP receives Bitcoin salary for a year: Here’s what he learned
Christophe De Beukelaer considers his experiment successful, as he raised awareness among the local lawmakers.
Bitcoin and Ether Are Not Securities in Belgium, Financial Regulator Clarifies
Cryptocurrencies like bitcoin and ether cannot be classified as securities or investment instruments, according to a communication issued by the financial watchdog in Belgium. The authority has tried to clarify…
The state of crypto in Western Europe: Swiss powerhouse and French unicorns
From taxes and legislation to the local startups and professional associations — all you need to know about blockchain and crypto in Western Europe.
Which countries are the worst for crypto taxation? New study lists top five
Crypto analytics firm Coincub has released crypto tax rankings, pointing out the worst and the best countries regarding crypto taxation.
Belgian regulator reviews crypto asset classifications while awaiting harmonization
The Belgian Financial Services and Markets Authority created a chart to differentiate crypto asset securities, investment instruments and financial instruments.
Belgian Banking Group KBC Creates Blockchain-Based Coin
KBC Group, a major European banking and insurance institution headquartered in Belgium, has launched a token based on a blockchain platform. Its customers will be able to acquire the new…
Belgium Introduces Registration for Crypto Exchange and Wallet Service Providers
Authorities in Belgium have obliged providers of some crypto exchange and wallet services to register with the country’s financial watchdog. Targeted platforms that fail to comply with the new regulations…
Belgian financial regulator FSMA to regulate crypto exchange services
Crypto service providers must fulfill seven conditions that include being constituted in the form of a company with a minimum capital of roughly $52,725 (EUR 50,000).
Study: Switzerland Has ‘the Most Profitable Bitcoin Traders’ Worldwide, While France ‘Is the Best Bitcoin Trading Nation’
According to a recent study published by the online investing news and education platform Invezz, Switzerland currently has the most profitable bitcoin traders worldwide. That’s according to data stemming from…