Telegram’s Durov Calls out French ‘Manipulation’ Over Censorship Demand

Telegram fiercely rejects alleged French intel pressure to censor conservatives, exposing explosive claims of European election meddling and reaffirming its uncompromising stance on free speech. Telegram Refuses to Be Europe’s Political Weapon Telegram founder Pavel Durov revealed on May 19 that French intelligence sought to interfere in Romania’s presidential election by pressuring him to censor … Read more

France to Boost Security for Crypto Entrepreneurs Amid Kidnappings

In an effort to enhance security for the cryptocurrency industry, the French government said it will provide increased protection for crypto entrepreneurs and their families. Crypto Entrepreneurs to Receive Safety Briefings In a move to protect the crypto industry, the French government said it will now provide enhanced security to cryptocurrency entrepreneurs and their families. … Read more

Masked Men Target Cryptocurrency Heiress in Brazen Paris Abduction Bid

The daughter of a prominent cryptocurrency executive narrowly escaped an attempted kidnapping by masked assailants in central Paris on Tuesday morning, with police linking the incident to organized crime. Paris Anti-Gang Unit Probes Daylight Abduction Attempt Linked to Crypto Industry The 34-year-old woman, whose father leads a major cryptocurrency exchange, was targeted around 8:20 a.m. … Read more

Crypto Wealth Turns Deadly: Father Snatched and Mutilated in Chilling Crypto Ambush

A brutal daylight abduction targeting a crypto millionaire’s father in Paris escalated into savage violence, with kidnappers severing his finger while demanding millions in ransom. Vanished in Broad Daylight: Inside the Ruthless Paris Kidnapping That Shook Crypto Circles French law enforcement rescued a man on Saturday night in Essonne, a suburb south of Paris, after … Read more

US Dollar Risks Breakdown if Fed Chair Is Fired, Warns French Official

Ousting the Fed chair could shatter U.S. credibility and rattle global markets, the French finance minister warned, citing spiraling instability threatening dollar dominance and investor confidence. Global Markets at Risk as Trump Eyes Removal of Fed Chair Jerome Powell French Finance Minister Eric Lombard voiced sharp concerns about U.S. economic stability in remarks published Saturday, … Read more

Telegram Founder Slams ‘Misinformation’ as France Quietly Starts Playing by EU Rules

Telegram is firing back with force, slamming false claims and exposing how French authorities only recently started playing by EU rules after misreporting its compliance. Durov Calls out Misinformation as French Police Only Followed EU Law After His Arrest Telegram founder Pavel Durov pushed back against a media narrative on Thursday, criticizing a French report … Read more

Bpifrance Commits to Digital Asset Growth With $27 Million Investment in French Firms

Bpifrance, the French investment bank, plans to invest $27 million (€25 million) in digital asset firms with a strong presence in France. This initiative is part of the bank’s strategic plan to enhance French digital asset investment funds, which are currently limited. Asset Tokenization The French investment bank Bpifrance has announced plans to invest the … Read more

French Bitcoin Treasury Leader Snaps up 580 BTC, Delivers Record 709.8% Yield

The Blockchain Group snapped up 580 BTC for €47.3 million, boasting a 709.8% BTC Yield YTD as it cements its role as Europe’s Bitcoin treasury leader. French Blockchain Giant Doubles Down on Bitcoin, Unlocks 709.8% Yield The Blockchain Group, based in Puteaux, France, and listed on Euronext Growth Paris, announced March 26 that it acquired … Read more

Toulouse City Pioneers Crypto-Powered Public Transport in Europe

According to several reports, Toulouse became the first city in France to accept bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies for subway and public transport payments starting March 17, 2025, as part of a broader initiative to modernize transit systems. Europe’s First: Toulouse Metro Adopts Bitcoin Payments Toulouse’s public transport operator, Tisséo, launched cryptocurrency payments for metro, bus, … Read more

Telegram Founder Pavel Durov’s Passport Returned by French Authorities

The TON Foundation has announced the return of Pavel Durov‘s passport by French authorities, allowing him the freedom to leave the country at his discretion. This development is viewed by the foundation as a significant resolution for Durov, the founder of Telegram, which boasts nearly a billion users globally. The foundation expressed its ongoing commitment … Read more