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🚨 Big News in Swiss Crypto Regulation: FINMA's New Guidelines on Stablecoins 🚨 FINMA has introduced significant regulatory changes that could reshape the Swiss crypto industry, especially impacting stablecoins. Here’s a rundown of what these changes mean for the sector: 🔍 Key Changes: • Mandatory Licensing: Stablecoin issuers must now obtain a banking license or secure a bank guarantee. This requirement raises the entry barrier for new projects and could hinder smaller start-ups from launching stablecoins. • Transparency Over Anonymity: New rules mandate the identification of every stablecoin holder, challenging the decentralized finance (DeFi) principle of anonymity. This shift aims to increase transparency but might also push the industry towards a more centralized model. 💡 Potential Impact: 1. Innovation Challenges: The new licensing requirements make it tough for start-ups to enter the market without substantial financial resources. This could lead to fewer innovative projects emerging from Switzerland. 2. Shift Towards Centralization: By enforcing identification and guarantees, these rules could move DeFi projects into a more regulated and centralized framework, affecting the industry's core decentralized nature. 3. Migration of Innovators: Stricter regulations might drive Swiss crypto innovators and start-ups to relocate to more crypto-friendly jurisdictions like Abu Dhabi, Dubai, or Singapore, which are rapidly becoming new hubs for digital assets companies. 🚀 Looking Ahead: Switzerland's regulatory environment is evolving. While these new rules aim to enhance security and transparency, they also raise questions about the future of innovation and decentralization in the Swiss crypto space. How will the industry adapt, and what will this mean for global crypto dynamics? At Legalaes, we're here to help you navigate these regulatory changes. Our team offers expert guidance to ensure your business stays compliant and successful in Switzerland's dynamic crypto landscape. 💚 📄 We’ve also prepared a detailed document for you to review the new regulations in depth. Feel free to check it out in the carousel below. #CryptoRegulations #FINMA #CryptoNews #Stablecoins #DeFi #Legalaes

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📢 Revolutionizing Bitcoin Security at the Lugano's Plan ₿ At the Plan ₿ Forum in Lugano, we addressed one of the most pressing challenges in the crypto space: the complexity of managing #privatekeys and seed phrases. We introduced our Keyless Multi-Factor Authentication system, a groundbreaking solution that simplifies crypto access without sacrificing security or personal custody. 💡 The overwhelmingly positive feedback we received motivates us to keep pushing boundaries for a safer and more accessible Bitcoin ecosystem. 🌍 #elysiumlab #elysiumwallet Watch the full presentation on Youtube, Link in the first comment! 👇

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📢 Sygnum Bank's June House View: Tailwinds for the crypto market after a landmark week for US crypto policy   • Market participants are positioning for the next wave of demand to move the crypto market out of the current consolidation phase • Net inflows into Ethereum spot ETFs may be slow at first but build over time to cause demand shocks • Tailwinds for the crypto market after a landmark week for US crypto policy   Read about these topics in our June House View from the Sygnum Asset Management Team:   ➡️ Market spotlight ➡️ Market outlook ➡️ Sentiment analysis ➡️ Market performance ➡️ Chart of the month   Download the report here: https://lnkd.in/e4Zp9SQf   Katalin Tischhauser, Fabian Dori, Stefan Edelmann, Markus Hämmerli, Federico Pepe, Juan Carlos Largo Castellà, Olga Voldiner, Lionel Vaucher   #ethereum #crypto #bitcoin

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Join us at the Crypto Valley Conference on June 6th for three essential panels hosted by MME:   🚀 10:10 AM "Ready for MICA? How to deal with MICA as a Swiss web3 company?" This session will explore strategic approaches for Swiss companies targeting the European market under the upcoming Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations. The discussion will be moderated by our Partner Andreas Glarner.   🚀 10:50 AM “Decentralized financial market infrastructures - do they even exist under applicable law and if so, when is true decentralization given?” This session will explore regulators' approaches to regulating DeFi and the degree of decentralization needed to be deemed “decentralized”. Among others, our Legal Partner Ronald Kogens will deliver a speech on the topic.   🚀 11:30 AM “Digital Asset Trading and Staking Services: How to Avoid VAT and Regulatory Pitfalls.” Learn about the VAT challenges faced by Swiss exchange, custody, and staking service providers and gain insights on complying with FINMA's staking guidelines. Industry experts will share strategies for minimizing tax liabilities, structuring transactions, and managing regulatory risks. Our Tax Partner Thomas Linder is scheduled to speak on this topic alongside other speakers.   Dr. Thomas Nägele {T} Francesco Paolo Patti Trang Fernandez-Leenknecht Ariel Ben Hattar Catrina Luchsinger Gaehwiler Clemens-Emanuel Gutwenger René Langer Fabio Andreotti Kevin Leuthardt

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Bitcoin Suisse Monthly Recap: July Edition 🔥 We are looking back on an eventful month of July, let's recap some of the most significant news below 👇   📌 Bitcoin Suisse welcomes #PEPE, #SHIB and #WIF to token universe We expanded our crypto-financial services to include the memecoins Shiba Inu (SHIB), dogwifhat (WIF), and Pepe (PEPE). Interested in learning more about memecoins? Read our article on memecoins here: https://lnkd.in/dVnrhP4j   📌 Verified Podcast Episode #4 - From Overhang to Overdrive Co-hosts Laurent and Dominic are joined by Will Clemente, the on-chain wizard and co-founder of Reflexivity Research. Watch the episode here: https://lnkd.in/dBpDMM-R   📌 Industry Rollup #2 Bitcoin Suisse Research published the second edition of the #IndustryRollup, a format that offers insightful analyses of the digital asset ecosystem in a concise and accessible format. Sign up to receive your edition here: https://lnkd.in/dst9iFVR   📌 Uncut Gems x Aligned In this episode, Dominic and Wolfgang Amadeus talk with RJ and Diego Kingston, co-founders of #Aligned, about enhancing #Ethereum's rollup-centric roadmap. Watch the episode here: https://lnkd.in/dU37SFhj   Read the full Bitcoin Suisse Monthly Recap with the link below 👇 https://lnkd.in/dAZvG2ZF ……………………   This social media post is for information purposes only, limited to our followers in Switzerland, and does not constitute an opinion, legal or investment advice or any other statement that creates any obligation or responsibility on the part of Bitcoin Suisse.   Disclaimer and Disclosure: https://lnkd.in/dR6fXEHn

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VEUR and VCHF on TradingView 🌟 Have you heard that VEUR and VCHF stablecoins are now available on TradingView? 🌟 🔗 TradingView serves as the primary terminal and a trusted source of information for crypto traders. You can now seamlessly access VNX Euro (VEUR) and VNX Swiss Franc (VCHF) markets on Bitstamp directly through TradingView. 💡 VEUR and VCHF are stablecoins generated by VNX, referencing the two most popular European fiat currencies. They provide stability and convenience for the trading needs. 🚀 Dive deeper into VEUR and VCHF on TradingView via Bitstamp integration! Visit https://lnkd.in/gMXQ6sn for more information.

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🚀 DFINITY: Unlocking #blockchain's potential from the Greater Zurich Area   🎉 DFINITY Foundation, headquartered in Zurich, is a key player in the blockchain industry and the main developer behind the #InternetComputer. In light of ICP’s 3rd anniversary last week, we published a success story about DFINITY and their remarkable journey and achievements.   💡 As the largest blockchain employer in the DACH region, DFINITY is making waves with its Internet Computer Protocol. Their powerful blockchain platform is as efficient as traditional software and can be accessed through a normal browser. DFINITY's goal is to drive blockchain singularity, where most online systems and services will be built on the blockchain.   🌐 By being located in the #GreaterZurichArea, renowned for the world-famous #CryptoValley, DFINITY benefits from an unparalleled blockchain ecosystem. The region's strong #innovation culture, supportive regulatory environment, and highly qualified talent pool make the Greater Zurich Area an ideal hub for blockchain and #Web3 enterprises.   🔎 Want to dive deeper? Read DFINITY’s full success story here: https://lnkd.in/dhDanaa8. To learn more about the blockchain ecosystem of Greater Zurich, click here: https://lnkd.in/eaWn9NTP. Dominic Williams ∞ Tracy Trachsler Aaron Dodd

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Decentral House is thrilled to host the next Crypto Valley Association Western Chapter event in Geneva! 🚀 Join us on 7 November for an exclusive evening of networking while we discuss the latest trends shaping the crypto and blockchain markets. Expect bold insights, predictions, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow innovators! 🎯 What’s on the agenda? Market Reality Check: Expectations vs. Reality The New Cycle: What makes this one different? 👀 And a look at key trends such as: Stablecoins- Fiat vs. Crypto collateral Real-World Assets- McKinsey predicts trillions in tokenization—are we on track? NFTs- Evolving or fading? Emerging Opportunities- AI, international payments, and more. We will be joined by some fantastic speakers ⚡ Carlos Martin Doncel - Senior Product Manager, Swissquote Carlo Mondani - Head of Sales, SIX Digital Exchange Sabrina B. - CEO & Founder, NOMA Tokenomics Moderated by: Olga K., Chair of the CVA Western Chapter & Head of Legal, Prosperity Digital 🍷 Stick around for a networking apero to wrap up the night! 🎟️ RSVP now and secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/ex7GtpiC Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and explore the future blockchain trends. #Crypto #Geneva #Networking

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21𝐗 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐂𝐀𝐂 - 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 The Frankfurt School of Finance & Management was the site this week of the Crypto Assets Conference 2024 (CAC), which brought together national and international proponents of #web3, #digital assets, and #blockchain. With upwards of 400 on-site attendees and 4,000 online, CAC included over 60 speakers and eight panel discussions on topics ranging from the future of digital assets and securities to the tokenization of securities and the disruption of decentralized finance. 21X - European DLT Exchange CEO, Max J. Heinzle Heinzle, and Head of Business Development, Severin Kranz, were among the attendees - returning with valuable insights and a sense of optimism for the future of European digital finance. See the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eeCksPR9 #DLTTSS #Tokenization #RWA #SecurityToken #DigitalAssets #fintech #regulation #ESMA #BaFin #CAC

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Memento Blockchain Partners with Deutsche Bank and Integrates with zkSync for Project Guardian Memento Blockchain - the technology partner of Deutsche Bank and the creator of Domani Protocol - will be contributing its expertise and innovative solutions to this groundbreaking project. Our participation in Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) Authority of Singapore’s (MAS) Project Guardian, a collaborative initiative with policymakers and the financial industry aimed at testing the feasibility of asset tokenization applications in regulated financial markets. This builds upon the success of Project DAMA Digital Assets Management Access) in 2023, which showcased a more efficient, secure, and flexible solution for digital fund management and investment servicing. 💡 Embracing the Future of Blockchain Project Guardian marks a significant milestone for us, offering access to a diverse ecosystem of participants and a platform to demonstrate our technological prowess. 🤝 Leveraging the Power of zkSync In a strategic partnership with zkSync we are making strides in the development of a ZK Chain - a fully customizable blockchain built using ZK Stack. We have chosen to build it on the remarkable foundations of zkSync, a scalable, highly secure and cost-efficient Layer 2 blockchain platform facilitating large scale adoption of Ethereum. 🌐 Axelar Network Integration We're also working with Axelar Network , a leading interoperability platform, enabling tokens from diverse ecosystems in and out of the hyperchain. 🌟 A New Era in Digital Asset Management Project Guardian is just the beginning. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies, strategic partnerships, and industry expertise, We are set to redefine the future of digital asset management and DeFi. https://lnkd.in/g93R3U3Q Federico Cristina, CFA Fabrizio Audisio Nicola Lanteri Boon-Hiong Chan Shawn L. Hui Ying Mew Jie Yi (Jaelynn) Lee Xochitl De Groot Ivory Omar Azhar Pearl Imbach

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#BIG #NEWSLETTER: This week read how restaking can revitalize blockchain assets, why Nansen will provide analysis for Galxe’s Gravity blockchain and how Coinbase Onramp integrates Apple Pay to promote onboarding of new crypto users. Mauro Cappiello Hans Kuhn Sebastian Wälti Philippe De Paz Philippe MEYER MSc, MBA Jurka B. Christian Isler Burim Dervishi Rali Hill Eliane Gmuender Yves Gogniat LCR Services AG SWA Swiss Auditors AG Traent Geckosoft Read here: https://lnkd.in/d2TqjY4h #digitalassets #businessstrategy #productimplementation #regulatorycompliance #operationalservices

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#fundingalert 💼Company: SCRYPT 💰Funding: $5 Million ⚡Round: Strategic Round 👥Investors: Braza Bank, with additional participation from venture capital firms including FunFair Ventures, Cabrit Capital, and Atlantic Labs. SCRYPT is a premier Swiss licenced financial service provider with a focus on institutional-grade crypto asset services. They empower institutions and Web3 companies with comprehensive access to the crypto asset landscape. The firm is also pleased to announce that it has doubled its client book and seen trading volume increase 18 times year on year. Sylvan Martin, Marcelo Sacomori, Norman Wooding, Marc Wäckerlin, Cyril Pipaud, CFA, Keith Noyes Read more - https://lnkd.in/gf-nKT2m To share your startup story write us on - [email protected] #SCRYPT #financial #crypto #funding #fundingnews #news #startup #startupnews #startuprise

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SwissBorg, a leading blockchain-based crypto wealth management platform now includes MANTRA’s $OM Token in their #RWA Thematic - an investment basket of top crypto projects in the real world assets vertical. With $1.39B in users' crypto assets and EU licensing, they're simplifying investments and driving adoption of emerging financial trends. Interested investors can explore further here: https://lnkd.in/dgRWWNK5 #OM being included in SwissBorg's RWA Thematic basket reflects the robustness and potential of MANTRA’s ecosystem. As regulatory frameworks evolve, MANTRA is well-positioned to bring finance on-chain by providing a secure and compliant platform for the #tokenization and trading of real world assets. Cyrus Fazel, CEO of SwissBorg, said, "𝐼𝑛𝑐𝑙𝑢𝑑𝑖𝑛𝑔 $𝑂𝑀 𝑖𝑛 𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑅𝑊𝐴 𝑇ℎ𝑒𝑚𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑐 𝑎𝑙𝑖𝑔𝑛𝑠 𝑤𝑖𝑡ℎ 𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑚𝑖𝑠𝑠𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑡𝑜 𝑏𝑢𝑖𝑙𝑑 𝑎 𝑠𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑟𝑢𝑚 𝑜𝑓 𝑖𝑛𝑣𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑒𝑠 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑒𝑚𝑝𝑜𝑤𝑒𝑟 𝑢𝑠𝑒𝑟𝑠 𝑡𝑜𝑤𝑎𝑟𝑑𝑠 𝑓𝑖𝑛𝑎𝑛𝑐𝑖𝑎𝑙 𝑓𝑟𝑒𝑒𝑑𝑜𝑚. 𝑀𝐴𝑁𝑇𝑅𝐴’𝑠 𝑓𝑜𝑐𝑢𝑠 𝑜𝑛 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑖𝑎𝑛𝑐𝑒 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑠𝑒𝑐𝑢𝑟𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑏𝑒𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑖𝑟𝑠𝑡 𝑅𝑊𝐴 𝐿1 𝐵𝑙𝑜𝑐𝑘𝑐ℎ𝑎𝑖𝑛 𝑚𝑎𝑘𝑒𝑠 𝑖𝑡 𝑎 𝑔𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑡 𝑐ℎ𝑜𝑖𝑐𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑎𝑛𝑦𝑜𝑛𝑒 𝑖𝑛𝑣𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑖𝑛 𝑅𝑊𝐴 𝑡𝑜𝑘𝑒𝑛𝑖𝑧𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛, 𝑤ℎ𝑖𝑐ℎ 𝑖𝑠 𝑤ℎ𝑦 𝑤𝑒 𝑐ℎ𝑜𝑠𝑒 𝑖𝑡 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑅𝑊𝐴 𝑇ℎ𝑒𝑚𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑐.” 𝑀𝐴𝑁𝑇𝑅𝐴 - 𝐹𝑟𝑜𝑚 𝐼𝑛𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑡𝑢𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠 𝑡𝑜 𝐼𝑛𝑑𝑖𝑣𝑖𝑑𝑢𝑎𝑙𝑠: 𝐵𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝐹𝑖𝑛𝑎𝑛𝑐𝑒 𝑂𝑛𝑐ℎ𝑎𝑖𝑛.

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Zodia Custody powers secure custody for ETC Group’s core Bitcoin ETP💥 Big news! ETC Group has announced the launch of its latest ETP on Deutsche Börse XETRA. We’re excited to solidify our partnership with ETC Group by providing secure custody for the ETC Group Core Bitcoin ETP (BTC1). BTC1 is a global regulated spot Bitcoin product, providing unparalleled primary market liquidity. It is tailored specifically for benchmark-conscious, long-term buy-and-hold investors, and global institutional investors with extended liquidity and risk management needs. Julian Sawyer, CEO of Zodia Custody said: “It’s breakthrough after breakthrough with our fellow innovators at ETC Group." "The newly launched BTC1 represents exactly what institutions have long sought as they have increased their adoption of digital assets, and we’re playing our part to ensure they can do so with the utmost security and compliance through bank-grade custody. Together, we continue to be at the very forefront of building a truly robust ecosystem for a mature digital asset industry.” Tim Bevan Chanchal Samadder, CFA #ZodiaCustody #ETCGroup #BTC1

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