Crypto Republique @Repub_Crypto

The enhancements to its listing mechanism by introducing a Community Co-Governance Mechanism for Listings was announced by @binance. This initiative aims to provide users with a stronger voice in the process. Read More: cryptorepublique.com/stories/670380…

French authorities are investigating Binance for alleged money laundering and other offenses from 2019 to 2024 in France and the EU. The probe began on January 28, 2025. @binance denies the accusations, claiming compliance with regulations, according to Reuters. Read More: cryptorepublique.com/stories/670380…

The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Massachusetts has announced the extradition of @AlexAndryunin, founder of @gotbit_io, to face charges of market manipulation and wire fraud. Read More: cryptorepublique.com/stories/670140…

According to @George_bluecap, a crypto advisor, the EU is intensifying its regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies with measures such as the TFR, MiCA, and the Travel Rule. Meanwhile, the United States is concentrating on stablecoins, DeFi, and Bitcoin ETFs. Read More: cryptorepublique.com/stories/670011…

A crypto investor and influencer, @SimonDixonTwitt, has described the Bybit exchange hack as the "largest exchange hack" in history, underscoring the significance of self-custody for Bitcoin. Read More: cryptorepublique.com/stories/670011…

Simon Dixon, a cryptocurrency investor and influencer, said that Europe needs "Bitcoin," but Bitcoin itself "doesn't need" Europe. Dixon made this statement in a February 1 post on X. "Bitcoin doesn't need Europe," said Dixon, crypto investor and influencer. "Europe needs Bitcoin."

Christophe De Beukelaer, a Belgian Member of Parliament, expressed that following President Donald Trump's inauguration, Europe should not fear adopting cryptocurrency but rather take inspiration from American practices. This statement was made in a January 20 post on X. "In short, instead of being afraid, let's roll up our sleeves and take inspiration from what Americans do best: dare, undertake and innovate," said De Beukelaer, Belgian MP. "This is the main message we should hear today from Washington!"

Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank (ECB), said that bitcoin will not be included in the eurozone’s central bank reserves due to concerns over liquidity and regulatory scrutiny. This announcement was made during an ECB press conference on January 30. "There is a view around the table of the Governing Council and most likely the General Council as well that reserves have to be liquid," said Lagarde.

Bernard Arnault, chairman and CEO of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SA, has expressed concerns over France's newly proposed tax measures. He said that these measures incentivize offshoring by taxing domestic production while leaving outsourced companies unaffected. The statement was made via LVMH Presse on X on January 31.

Changpeng Zhao, co-founder of Binance, said that governments should track all public spending on blockchain to enhance transparency and accountability. This statement was made in a January 25 post on X. “All governments should track all their spending on the blockchain, an immutable public ledger,” Zhao said. “It's called ‘public spending’ for a reason.”

Binance announced that, starting January 20, 2025, Polish users will be required to provide additional sender and beneficiary information for crypto deposits and withdrawals above €1,000 to comply with European Union (EU) regulations. The update was posted on their website on January 16.

Ki Young Ju, CEO of CryptoQuant, said that Binance is utilized by the global cryptocurrency market, while Coinbase remains more popular in the United States. The statement was made on X on January 16. "U.S. uses Coinbase," said Young Ju. "The world uses Binance."

Binance announced that @BNBCHAIN has recorded the highest transaction volume among Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible chains over the past 30 days, "surpassing its competitors." Read More: cryptorepublique.com/stories/669765…

A crypto advisor, @George_bluecap, said that regulatory improvements such as the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation in the European Union, potential U.S. stablecoin laws, and crypto-friendly policies under former President Donald Trump are accelerating progress for stablecoins. Read More: cryptorepublique.com/stories/667535…

A crypto investor and influencer, @SimonDixonTwitt, said that Bitcoin was designed to provide individuals with "true ownership" of their money, independent of banks, government control, or centralized monetary policies. Read More: cryptorepublique.com/stories/669255…

A list of warnings concerning unregistered entities as reported by international supervisors was issued by @CNMV_MEDIOS (CNMV). The list includes entities such as PRIME CFX, Atlantis, Saffety Pro, Trade.Multistox, Financial Expert Partnership Ltd. (a clone), AFK Capital (Pty) Ltd. (a clone), and James Trading Group. Read More: cryptorepublique.com/stories/669222…

A French MP and Vice President of the ENS, @knafo_sarah, expressed optimism about the "wind of freedom" in the United States reaching France. This statement was made in anticipation of Donald Trump's inauguration. Read More: cryptorepublique.com/stories/669202…

A French Member of Parliament and Vice President of the Europe of Sovereign Nations Group (ENS), @knafo_sarah, said she was invited to a cryptocurrency-themed ball during the week of inaugural celebrations for President Trump. Read More: cryptorepublique.com/stories/669202…

Director and co-founder of the European Crypto Initiative (EUCI), @MarinaMarkezic, emphasized the importance of regulated entities involved with decentralized finance (DeFi) ensuring compliance with the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). Read More: cryptorepublique.com/stories/669202…

A Belgian Member of Parliament, @cdebeukelaer, has emphasized the importance of Europe taking a leading role in the cryptocurrency industry. He expressed this view in a January 20 post on X, stating that Europe should be at the "forefront of this financial revolution." Read More: cryptorepublique.com/stories/669238…