Global #Switzerland

Lucerne Cantonal Bank (LUKB) has made history by becoming the first traditional Swiss bank to offer deposit and withdrawal services for cryptocurrencies.

The SIX Swiss Exchange, one of Europe’s largest stock exchange operators, is making strides to enter the digital asset market amid increasing institutional interest and favorable legislation in Switzerland.

Switzerland is considering a significant expansion of its international information exchange protocols to include data on cryptocurrency assets. On Wednesday, the Federal Council initiated a consultation process for a new bill that would facilitate the sharing of crypto asset information with 111 jurisdictions currently part of the automatic information exchange framework.

Switzerland, renowned for its financial prowess and innovation, is taking decisive steps towards regulating stablecoins, a rapidly expanding segment within the cryptocurrency sphere.

As cryptocurrencies gain prominence, countries around the world are enacting diverse regulations to address the risks and opportunities of digital assets.

In the wake of recent US bank failures, Switzerland's renowned banking institutions are making a bold move into the cryptocurrency space.