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22.07 / 00:15

business Mercado Bitcoin plans to expand to Mexico

Brazilian crypto exchange Mercado Bitcoin could begin operating in Mexico sometime in 2022, pending regulatory approval.

17.07 / 11:45

Blockchain Adoption Women Bitcoin The women of crypto take over Davos WEF

Many of you closely follow the gathering of the decision-makers at Davos during the annual World Economic Forum. Many of you have very strong opinions about these gatherings, which I share. Right now, however, I would like to discuss what inspired me the most during those five days of the summit. This was my first Davos event, and I could not help noticing how many women decision-makers were present, in stark contrast to similar crypto events happening in Dubai and Lisbon, for example.

13.07 / 09:25

European Union Heatwave Firefighters scramble to put out wildfires in heatwave-hit Portugal and Spain

Wildfires swept across Portugal's central region on Tuesday, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of locals, as firefighters struggled to put out flames at a time the country is battling a sweltering heatwave.

26.06 / 14:33

Africa World NATO NATO summit to highlight growing influence of Russia, China in Africa

While Russia's invasion of Ukraine is certain to dominate an upcoming NATO summit in Madrid, the alliance's new Strategic Concept -- its main working document for the next decade -- is having to contend with Russia and China's growing influence in Africa.

08.06 / 11:43

Technology security European Union Low Like NATO, the EU has a mutual defence clause but trust appears low

Just like NATO, the European Union has its own mutual defence clause.

27.05 / 05:25

UPS Digital Bitcoin Portugal a crypto tax-free nation, again – At least for now

A proposal to tax Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies was rejected by Portugal’s parliament today. Left-wing parties Bloco de Esquerda and Livre advocated taxing digital assets during a Wednesday evening budget discussion, but the motion was rejected, according to online daily ECO’s live blog.

26.05 / 12:17

Government Taxes Bitcoin Portugal's Assembleia da Republica says no to two crypto tax bills

The Portuguese congress, Assembleia da Republica, has rejected two bills that would have imposed a tax on cryptocurrencies.

21.05 / 16:25

cryptocurrency Digital Southern cryptocurrency news Bitcoin Now, Portugal Plans To Tax Cryptocurrencies

Portugal plans to tax cryptocurrencies

19.05 / 23:19

cryptocurrency Bitcoin Portugal will close a legal loophole to start taxing cryptocurrencies, says its finance minister

Portugal intends to close a legal loophole that currently prevents the taxation of virtual assets and has made the country particularly attractive to cryptocurrency investors, Portugal's finance minister said on Thursday.

04.05 / 23:31

business coinbase Bitcoin fall fall Coinbase's plans to purchase firm behind Mercado Bitcoin fall through: Report

Coinbase and Brazilian company 2TM, the parent company of Mercado Bitcoin, have reportedly scrapped talks around the crypto exchange purchasing the firm.

28.03 / 15:01

business coinbase Bitcoin Coinbase to reportedly buy the $2.2B Brazilian unicorn behind Mercado Bitcoin

Coinbase is set to continue its global acquisition strategy, reportedly buying the Brazilian company 2TM, the parent company of Mercado Bitcoin.

05.03 / 23:35

Thousands gather worldwide to protest Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Thousands of people gathered in cities across the world on Saturday to protest the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

16.02 / 14:31

Adoption community Bitcoin Portugal slowly becoming a 'haven' for European Bitcoiners

While Switzerland holds the spotlight for being the most crypto-friendly jurisdiction in Europe, Portugal is picking up the pace. Indeed, the Republic offers more than just quality of life improvements for Bitcoin (BTC) owners, including an attractive fiscal environment and a growing Bitcoiner community.

24.01 / 14:48

UPS Private jets, Wimbledon and banker insults: The downfall of Credit Suisse’s António Horta-Osório

After relocating to Zurich last spring to run Credit Suisse Group as chairman, António Horta-Osório flew to London and Lisbon for work meetings and business events, then spent time with his family at homes there.

24.01 / 12:19

UPS veteran António Horta-Osório was known for getting jobs done but he also offended veteran execs at Credit Suisse

12.01 / 12:53

business SoftBank Bitcoin acquires Mercado Bitcoin operator acquires Portuguese crypto exchange

Brazilian 2TM Group, the operator of Latin America’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Mercado Bitcoin, is moving to expand its global footprint with a strategic acquisition in Portugal.

10.11 / 14:23

Blockchain Technology cryptocurrency Social Media Reddit co-founder announces €86 million investment in social media on Solana blockchain

The venture firm of US investor Alexis Ohanian, co-founder of social media site Reddit, has teamed up with the venture arm of the Solana Labs blockchain for a $100 million (€86 million) investment initiative in decentralised social projects, both firms said on Tuesday at a conference in Lisbon.

09.11 / 18:11

Blockchain Adoption Environment Bitcoin Crypto sustainability and green solutions highlighted at COP26

Cointelegraph’s Editor-in-Chief, Kristina Cornèr spoke at the United Nations Climate Change Conference, known as COP26, in Glasgow, Scotland, on Tuesday about the positive impact of the cryptocurrency ecosystem on environmental objectives.

05.11 / 18:47

business event Environment Event recap Web Summit 2021: crypto, climate change and Facebook

Cointelegraph team members and leadership joined major media companies and tech figures this week at the three-day Web Summit 2021 in Lisbon.

02.11 / 17:47

Facebook Blockchain Adoption Meta Platforms “We are building for the metaverse” says Meta VP, Nick Clegg

Nick Clegg, Vice‑President for Global Affairs and Communications at Meta Platforms, spoke at Lisbon’s Web Summit 2021 during a panel on Facebook and innovation in Europe.

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