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Ripple is growing its presence in Europe by partnering with the Spanish bank BBVA.

Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini, founded by the Winklevoss twins, is expanding its presence in Europe with new offerings for users in the European Economic Area (EEA).

​Coinbase has acquired the Cyprus unit of BUX, a European trading platform, securing a coveted Cyprus Investment Firm (CIF) license.

Tether, the issuer of the USDT stablecoin, has made a strategic investment in StablR, a European startup focused on euro-denominated stablecoins.

21Shares, a pioneer in cryptocurrency exchange-traded products (ETPs), has expanded its European offerings with the launch of the Future of Crypto Index ETP (FUTR).

Financial innovation is gaining significant momentum in both the Middle East and Europe as institutions increasingly turn to blockchain technology to modernize their markets.

Singapore-based crypto financial services platform Matrixport has made waves in the financial sector by acquiring licensed Swiss asset manager Crypto Finance (Asset Management) AG in an all-cash deal.

This week in the cryptocurrency sector, several significant developments have emerged, including Societe Generale’s partnership with Bitpanda, Kraken’s strategic acquisition in the Netherlands, and regulatory warnings from Dutch authorities.

Australian stablecoin payment provider, Stables, is making waves across the globe. Following a successful launch in their home country, they've announced a strategic expansion into Europe through a partnership with Mastercard.

Marathon Digital Holdings, a prominent player in the Bitcoin mining industry, has recently announced its expansion into Europe, marking a significant milestone in its global diversification strategy. This strategic move sets Marathon apart from many of its North American competitors who remain predominantly focused on domestic projects.

On June 3, OKX, a prominent global cryptocurrency exchange, made its official debut in the Netherlands, unveiling a dedicated trading platform and a Web3 wallet tailored for the local market.

Despite growing demand for Bitcoin worldwide in recent months, Bitcoin spot ETFs in the United States have outperformed their global competitors, leading to their success while others have lagged behind.