European Union Cryptocurrencies - Legal Frameworks and Regulatory Challenges in the Evolving Digital Currency Landscape
Fouad Sabry
Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable
Summary
In an increasingly digital world, cryptocurrencies and their regulation are rapidly becoming central to political, economic, and legal conversations. "European Union Cryptocurrencies" offers a comprehensive exploration of the legality of cryptocurrency within Europe, designed to inform professionals, students, and enthusiasts of the complex landscape shaping the future of financial transactions, law, and global commerce. This book is not just for legal scholars; it is an essential guide for anyone eager to understand the political and regulatory aspects of digital currencies in one of the world's most influential economic regions Cryptocurrencies in Europe-This chapter introduces the status and regulation of cryptocurrencies within European Union countries, highlighting the region's evolving stance Bitcoin-A focused analysis on Bitcoin's rise in Europe, its legal recognition, and the challenges it faces in different member states Bitcoin ATM-Discusses the integration of Bitcoin ATMs into the European economy, examining their legality, use cases, and regulatory hurdles Markets in CryptoAssets-Explores the broader markets of cryptoassets in Europe, including the legal frameworks governing them and how they interact with traditional markets Cryptocurrency Exchange-Examines how cryptocurrency exchanges operate within Europe, focusing on regulatory compliance and challenges faced by exchanges Paxos Trust Company-Analyzes Paxos' role in the European cryptocurrency space, its legal status, and its partnerships with traditional financial institutions Tether (cryptocurrency)-Focuses on Tether's significance in Europe, addressing its legal standing and the scrutiny it faces from regulators Stablecoin-Reviews the rise of stablecoins in Europe, their legal implications, and the EU's approach to regulating these assets Binance-An investigation into Binance's operations in Europe, touching on regulatory issues, market dominance, and challenges with local authorities Circle (company)-Looks at Circle's business model in the European Union, emphasizing the regulatory and operational challenges it faces Diem (digital currency)-Delves into the nowdefunct Diem project, its implications for European digital currency law, and lessons learned Initial Coin Offering-Covers the legal framework surrounding ICOs in Europe, focusing on regulatory requirements and legal challenges faced by ICO projects Digital Currency-Discusses the evolving landscape of digital currencies in Europe, covering the shift from traditional to digital currencies Cryptocurrency and Crime-Explores the intersection of cryptocurrency and crime within Europe, including regulatory responses to illegal activities Virtual Currency-Defines virtual currency within the EU, outlining its legal classification and how it interacts with traditional financial systems Cryptocurrency-Provides a broad view of cryptocurrencies' role in European economies, focusing on regulation, adoption, and challenges Legality of Cryptocurrency by Country or Territory-Examines how different EU member states treat cryptocurrency legality, with detailed countrybycountry analysis Security Token Offering-A detailed look at the regulatory landscape for STOs in Europe, discussing legal frameworks and market adoption CryptoAsset Reporting Framework-Analyzes the EU’s framework for reporting cryptoassets, highlighting transparency and legal requirements for stakeholders Decentralized Finance-Investigates decentralized finance (DeFi) within Europe, focusing on the legal challenges and opportunities it presents Virtual Currency Law in the United States-Although focused on the U.S., this chapter compares cryptocurrency regulations in Europe and the U.S., drawing key parallels and contrasts
Available since: 04/27/2025.
Print length: 296 pages.
