Digital euro framework seeks to quell privacy concerns

The digital euro is edging closer to reality, despite concerns over the project’s privacy risks and functionality. The European Commission on Wednesday proposed a legal framework for the electronic currency.…

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Crypto has ‘no intrinsic value’ and ‘no useful social purpose,’ say lawmakers

Story by Thomas Macaulay Senior reporter Thomas is a senior reporter at TNW. He covers European tech, with a focus on deeptech, startups, and government policy. Thomas is a senior…

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Getir eyes Flink takeover as Europe’s rapid grocery delivery sector consolidates

Story by Siôn Geschwindt The COVID-19 pandemic was a veritable gold rush for food delivery startups — as the world shut down, people ordered in. These companies promised rapid delivery…

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“Closed for business:” UK competition watchdog blocks Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision

Story by Ioanna Lykiardopoulou Ioanna is a writer at TNW. She covers the full spectrum of the European tech ecosystem, with a particular interest in startups, sustainabili (show all) Ioanna…

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