Judge Orders Detention of ‘Cryptospain’ in $300M Pyramid Scheme Case

A Spanish High Court judge has ordered cryptocurrency entrepreneur Álvaro Romillo Castillo into provisional detention without bail over allegations that he orchestrated a $300 million pyramid scheme. Political Connections and Arrest A Spanish High Court judge has ordered Álvaro Romillo Castillo, the cryptocurrency entrepreneur known as “Cryptospain” and “Luis Crypto,” into provisional detention without bail. … Read more

Vanadi Coffee Approves €1B Bitcoin Investment

Vanadi Coffee, the Spanish coffee shop franchise turned bitcoin treasury company, announced the approval of investments in BTC for up to €1 billion. The company stated that it believes in bitcoin as an instrument that can be leveraged as a treasury diversifier and an inflation hedge. Spain-Based Vanadi Coffee Greenlights Investments for up to €1B … Read more

Santander’s Digital Arm Launches Regulated Crypto Trading Services in Initial Markets

Santander’s digital platform has debuted crypto trading for select markets, fusing major tokens with EU-regulated security to elevate traditional investing into the digital frontier. Santander’s Digital Platform Goes Live With Crypto Trading and EU Compliance Banking giant Santander announced on Sept. 16 that its digital subsidiary Openbank has launched cryptocurrency trading for clients in Germany, … Read more

New Ripple-BBVA Deal Signals Global Banks Are Embracing Digital Assets

Ripple’s expanded alliance with a global banking giant marks a pivotal leap for crypto adoption, embedding institutional-grade custody into mainstream European finance under clear regulations. Ripple and BBVA Expand Partnership in Clear Signal of Crypto Integration Ripple announced on Sept. 9 that it is expanding its collaboration with BBVA, a major Spanish multinational financial services … Read more

Spain’s Uneven Crypto Taxation Laws Lead Trader to Mayhem: A €9M Surprise Charge

The unclear state of Spain’s cryptocurrency taxation led to a trader being taxed millions for an operation that should not constitute a taxable event. Analysts agree that this uneven situation will continue, as there are no clear determinations on which operations can be taxed. A 5M Euro Transaction: How Spain’s Unclear Taxation Affects Crypto Traders … Read more

Banking Giant BBVA Launches Crypto Trading for Retail Users in Spain

BBVA unleashes mainstream crypto access in Spain, letting millions seamlessly buy, sell, and hold bitcoin and ether directly within its mobile banking ecosystem. BBVA Ignites Crypto Frenzy With Bitcoin and Ether Now Live for Millions in Spain Banking giant Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria (BBVA) revealed last week that it has launched a cryptocurrency trading and … Read more

Spanish Authorities Dismantle Crypto Investment Fraud Ring Which Laundered Over $500 Million in Illicit Proceeds

Europol has announced that the Spanish Guardia Civil, in collaboration with law enforcement agencies from Estonia, France, and the United States, has dismantled a cryptocurrency investment fraud ring that defrauded over 5,000 victims worldwide. The operation resulted in the arrest of five individuals, with three apprehended in the Canary Islands and two in Madrid. The … Read more

Spanish Banking Giant BBVA Breaks the Mold With Bold Wealth Strategy Shift

Spanish bank BBVA is advising its wealthy private banking clients to allocate 3% to 7% of their portfolios to cryptocurrencies. BBVA to Advise on More Cryptocurrencies Spanish giant lender BBVA is reportedly advising its wealthy private banking clients to allocate between 3% and 7% of their portfolios to cryptocurrencies. This marks a significant step beyond … Read more

Spain Introduces Law to Acquire Crypto Exchanges’ Data, Seize Digital Assets

The directive, which is expected to be approved and implemented by January 2026, will enable authorities in Spain to exchange data on cryptocurrency assets held on international exchanges. Similarly, the Spanish tax agency will be able to seize these assets to collect payment for tax debts. Spain Introduces Law to Strengthen Cryptocurrency Tax Oversight Spain … Read more

Santander Targets Crypto Payment Flows With Stablecoin Strategy

Santander is reportedly charging into the crypto frontier with plans for a MiCA-fueled stablecoin and retail crypto access to dominate Europe’s digital finance evolution. Santander Positions for Crypto Breakout With MiCA-Driven Stablecoin Plan Banco Santander SA is reportedly in the preliminary stages of evaluating a broader entry into digital assets, with a specific focus on … Read more