Crypto-Friendly Countries in Europe: In recent months the crypto sector has seen numerous countries implement regulations and ban virtual currencies and ICOs. Despite this, the sector continues to grow and gain support. So, if the world is going to divide when it comes to cryptocurrency, which is what appears to be happening, it’s important that crypto-enthusiasts know which countries welcome crypto with open arms or which don’t.
In this article, we’re going to be looking at a few countries that are known for being crypto-friendly. But, there’s a twist. The countries mentioned will all be in Europe. Why? Well, who doesn’t love Europe?
3 Crypto-Friendly Countries in Europe
In Asia, there have been a lot of attempts to ban ICOs, otherwise known as ‘initial coin offerings.’ Meanwhile, in Europe, crypto is becoming a developing industry.
1. Switzerland
First, let’s start with Switzerland. This is a mountainous Central European country known for both its chocolate and its ski resorts. However, Switzerland is known for so much more than that. It has a huge reputation in the banking and financial sector, with both being the country’s two main industries. Therefore, it was only a matter of time that Switzerland turned into a crypto-friendly European country.
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Switzerland is crypto-friendly because of its regulations as well as its tax-free approach. That is one of the main reasons blockchain organizations have set up base there. Additionally, ICO issuers are attracted to the European country because digital currencies are: A) not considered money there, and B) not considered a foreign currency either.
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– Zug, a Swiss city, dubbed the ‘crypto valley,’ announced within the first two weeks of June that it is going to commence blockchain voting.
– June 6: Hypothekarbank Lenzburg becomes the first bank in the country to provide crypto and blockchain companies with business accounts.
2. Slovenia
If you know crypto, then you were probably expecting Slovenia to appear on this list. People have said that Slovenia could become the Silicon Valley of Europe. A bold statement? Yes. Far-fetched? Not really.
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There are a number of reasons as to why Slovenia is considered a crypto-friendly European country. First, it supports Bitcoin (available on Coinbase). There is an active public organization for BTC, and Bitcoin (available on Coinbase) ATMs are spread throughout the Central European country. Second, there are many businesses in Slovenia that incorporate blockchain and decentralized technology.
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– Creating crypto-friendly shopping mall
3. The Czech Republic
In the Czech Republic, there has yet to be much definition or regulation of cryptocurrencies. The government is also thought to be crypto-friendly. The city of Prague, however, is perhaps the reason why the Czech Republic is included on this list.
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Here’s why: Prague is a crypto hotspot. It has been for some time, and it will probably continue to be for a while. After all, Prague is one of the places in Europe that has really adopted the idea of Bitcoin (available on Coinbase) ATMs. They can be found throughout the Prague Metro, one of the busiest metros in Europe. In fact, just recently, General Bytes, a Prague-based Bitcoin (available on Coinbase) ATM manufacturer, announced that it added 10 new crypto ATMs in the Prague subway.
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– A cafe called “Bitcoin (available on Coinbase) Coffee” hosts DYI market for crypto vendors.
– More crypto ATMs placed throughout Prague Subway