Crypto Companies Establish Presence, Hire Talent in Ireland

Crypto Companies Establish Presence, Hire Talent in Ireland

With a friendly attitude towards financial innovation, the Republic of Ireland has become a desired destination for fintech businesses that need unimpeded access to the common European market. Cryptocurrency companies have been opening offices in the EU member state with some well-known players now looking to hire local talent. Major Crypto Companies Set Up European Branches in Ireland, Fill New Positions California-based cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has chosen Ireland as its European base, the Irish daily Independent reported. The company, a major provider of digital asset trading....


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