Santander’s Openbank has launched crypto trading in Germany, giving customers access to Bitcoin, Ether, Litecoin, Polygon (POL), and Cardano. The service runs under the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation, allowing trading within the same platform used for traditional investments. With…
How Did Germany Miss Out on $1.1 Billion as Bitcoin Surged?
Germany recently sold nearly 50,000 Bitcoin, seized in a criminal case, under a legal requirement to avoid risks tied to value changes. The sale, completed between June and July, raised around $2.8 billion, though Bitcoin’s value has since increased significantly.…
Digital Euro Raises German Fears Over Financial Security
In a small wine town near Frankfurt, a Cold War-era bunker once held an alternative deutsche mark, a safeguard against economic sabotage. Built in 1962, this hidden facility reflects Germany’s enduring caution about financial security. Though the currency was destroyed…
Germany Bitcoin Transactions and Their Market Impact
Germany has been in the spotlight recently due to significant movements in the Bitcoin market. The German government’s actions have caught the attention of market analysts and cryptocurrency enthusiasts worldwide. This article delves into the details of Germany’s latest Bitcoin…
Germany Govt’s $111.5 Million Bitcoin Buyback Sparks Market Optimism
In a surprising and strategic move, the German government, previously known for its large-scale Bitcoin sell-offs, has recently reversed its course by purchasing a significant amount of BTC. This development has sent ripples through the cryptocurrency market, sparking renewed optimism…
Over 1,200 German Banks to Offer Bitcoin Trading for Retail Customers: A New Era of Crypto Accessibility
In a major development for the cryptocurrency sector, more than 1,200 German banks are now able to offer Bitcoin trading services to their retail customers. This groundbreaking move signifies increased mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies and opens new doors for retail…
4 Countries that are Strongly Against Facebook’s Libra
Different governments around the world were unsettled after American social media giant Facebook announced a permissioned Blockchain digital currency, named Libra. This proposed digital currency that is reportedly backed by a number of major national currencies, did not excite financial…
Germany’s Largest Bank joins JPMorgan’s Blockchain Network
The largest bank in Germany Deutsche bank, has joined JPMorgan’s Blockchain-based network; the interbank information Network (INN) The JPMorgan Blockchain initiative was launched bank in 2017 as a pilot, and has since attracted 320 banks which have all signed up…
Germany Bank WEG Granted Crypto License in Estonia
German Bank WEG just obtained a crypto trading and custody license in Estonia that will see them handle crypto transactions The bank revealed this in a tweet on Aug 25 while also revealing its plans to secure a similar license…