Crypto banking app Bitwala relaunches via new partnership with Striga
European crypto-banking platform Bitwala, formerly known as Nuri, is coming back after ceasing operations in 2022. Go to Source
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DZ Bank, third-largest German bank, to start crypto custody for institutional investors
DZ Bank AG launches its own digital assets custody platform, built on blockchain. Go to Source
US crypto custody firm BitGo wins BaFin license in Germany: Report
BitGo originally announced it was setting up two regulated custodial entities in Germany and Switzerland in February 2020. Go to Source
TikTok, Snapchat, OnlyFans and others to combat AI-generated child abuse content
Major social platforms, AI companies, governments and NGOs issued a joint statement pledging to combat AI-generated abusive content, such as explicit images of children. Go to Source
G7 countries to launch AI code of conduct: Report
The Group of Seven (G7) countries will agree on a voluntary AI code of conduct for companies developing AI to reference for mitigating risks and benefits of the technology. Go to Source
How major German firms like Mercedes and Lufthansa are using NFTs
German brands embrace NFTs, exploring new ways to engage with customers and build brand loyalty. Go to Source
Head of Portugal central bank deems crypto unsustainable, calls for global regulation
Mário Centeno praised the European Union’s first comprehensive crypto framework, MiCA, but insisted on further international consolidation of regulatory efforts. Go to Source
Tether acquires stake in Bitcoin miner Northern Data, hinting at AI collaboration
The strategic investment into Northern Data through Tether group company Damoon may involve collaborations leveraging AI, P2P communications, and data storage solutions. Go to Source
German crypto regulator calls for global rules to also govern niche finance centers
BaFin’s top executive stresses the risks of crypto and calls for global regulation to apply to all financial centers, without exceptions. Go to Source
Germany proposes to screen Chinese investment in AI and related sectors: Report
The German government proposed tighter export controls on China for semiconductors and AI technology similar to measures from U.S. regulators. Go to Source
