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Christine Lagarde vs Binance: The MiCA License Battle Explained
According to a Wall Street Journal investigation, ECB president Christine Lagarde personally intervened to block Binance’s MiCA license application in Greece. This raises major questions about stablecoin policy, ECB power, and the future of crypto regulation in Europe.
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Lagarde Reportedly Pressed Greece to Block Binance MiCA License
The Wall Street Journal reports that ECB President Christine Lagarde personally pressured Greece to deny Binance a MiCA license, cutting the exchange off from the European market. The move highlights escalating tensions between regulators and major crypto platforms.
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Deutsche Bank Launches Bitcoin Custody for Institutions in 2026
Deutsche Bank has announced plans to launch bitcoin and ethereum custody services for institutional clients in 2026. The move signals growing mainstream adoption of crypto across Europe’s traditional financial sector.
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Bybit EU Gets MiFID 2 License to Offer Stocks and Derivatives
Bybit EU is close to obtaining a MiFID 2 license, enabling it to offer stocks and derivatives alongside crypto. CEO Ben Zhou calls it the foundation of a European ‘super-app.’ This move signals the growing convergence between crypto platforms and traditional finance.