Circle CEO & Luxembourg Minister Clash at Blockchain Debate
Circle’s Jeremy Allaire and Luxembourg Finance Minister Pierre Gramegna discussed the future of blockchain at the World Economic Forum. Regulation and blockchain’s future were major topics at the Unblocking the Blockchain event at this week’s World Economic Forum in Tianjin, China. Conspicuous Differences of Opinion. The hour-long debate, featuring....
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Prime Minister Xavier Bettel said that he was "not a technical person" or a developer, but still backed blockchain technology for the future of Luxembourg. One of the smallest countries in Europe is aiming to be comparatively progressive in its adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrencies, according to the nation's leadership.Speaking in a pre-recorded message to attendees of the Luxembourg Blockchain Week conference, Prime Minister Xavier Bettel said the country is planning to "keep looking forward" and "keep taking risks" when it comes to innovative technology like blockchain. Bettel....
It is positive to see government officials acknowledge the power of blockchain technology. At the same time, it is important to remember they are not talking about Bitcoin technology itself. Although France seems to be divided on Bitcoin, blockchain technology remains a popular topic. During the Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2016, Luxembourg Minister of Finance Gramegna acknowledged the potential of Bitcoin technology. In fact, he feels confident this technology will revolutionize banking and financial services. It is positive to see government officials acknowledge the power of....
LUXEMBOURG (April 25th, 2016) — Today, Bitstamp, one of the longest-standing bitcoin exchanges and the leading European bitcoin exchange, announced that it has relocated to Luxembourg following approval for a national license as a fully regulated Payment Institution. The license has been signed by Luxembourg’s Minister of Finance Pierre Gramegna. With....
One of the world’s largest bitcoin exchanges is reportedly close to announcing a new deal with the Luxembourg government that would enable it to launch regulated and licensed services across Europe. According to sources, Bitstamp may have secured a payment institution (PI) or electronic money institution (EMI) license from Luxembourg regulators, a move that the company has reportedly said would allow it to become "the first regulated and licensed bitcoin exchange for all 28 countries in the EU". Founded in 2013 and originally based in Slovenia, Bitstamp has long been one....
For Merit Circle Ltd and Yield Guild Games (YGG), looking for a neutral settlement for their differences is a more peaceful option. Unfortunately, the DAO decided to eliminate YGG through community votes. Such a decision has raised the clash between two organizations. Yet, their recent agreement has removed all previous possibilities of legal tussle that […]