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2025

Central Bank Warns of Stablecoin Risks: Justified Alarm or Overreaction?

Central Bank Warns of Stablecoin Risks: Justified Alarm or Overreaction?

The European Central Bank has issued a stark warning about the risks posed by the rapidly growing stablecoin market, citing potential capital flight from eurozone banks and the threat of a ‘digital bank run’ that could trigger a global financial crisis. However, industry figures counter that stablecoins, with their full reserve requirements, could actually enhance financial stability.
AI Makes Fraud More Realistic Than Ever – AFM Sounds the Alarm

AI Makes Fraud More Realistic Than Ever – AFM Sounds the Alarm

The Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) is warning about the rise of AI-powered financial fraud. Criminals are using deepfakes and hyper-personalized scams to deceive investors on a massive scale, making fraudulent schemes more convincing than ever.
1 Million Dutch Investors Gain Access to Bitcoin, XRP, and Ethereum via DEGIRO

1 Million Dutch Investors Gain Access to Bitcoin, XRP, and Ethereum via DEGIRO

Over one million Dutch investors can now directly invest in major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP through DEGIRO, the Netherlands’ largest investment platform. This integration blurs the line between traditional and crypto investments, potentially bringing a new wave of long-term investors into the market.
Why Don't the Top 10 Casinos in the Netherlands Accept Crypto Payments?

Why Don't the Top 10 Casinos in the Netherlands Accept Crypto Payments?

Despite the global rise of digital assets, the top 10 online casinos in the Netherlands do not accept cryptocurrency payments. This article explores the strict regulatory oversight from the Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa), concerns over transaction transparency, and the volatility of crypto as key reasons for this exclusion.