Investing Yachts Launches RWA Yacht Charter Model with $YATE Token

A new blockchain platform based in Spain is aiming to democratize access to the exclusive world of luxury yacht investing. Investing Yachts has unveiled a real-world asset (RWA) model that tokenizes exposure to charter revenue through its $YATE token, seeking to dismantle traditional barriers of high capital, illiquidity, and operational complexity by merging yachting with on-chain finance.

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Investing Yachts Launches RWA Yacht Charter Token YATE

A new blockchain-based initiative aims to democratize access to the exclusive world of luxury yacht investing. Investing Yachts, based in Ibiza, Spain, has unveiled a real-world asset (RWA) model that tokenizes exposure to yacht charter revenue through its YATE token. The project seeks to dismantle traditional barriers of high capital, illiquidity, and operational complexity by offering a tradable token backed by a managed charter fleet, positioning itself at the forefront of on-chain finance for tangible assets.

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Toobit & La Liga Launch $800K Crypto Trading Championship

In a strategic move that underscores the deepening ties between elite sports and the digital economy, cryptocurrency exchange Toobit has partnered with Spain’s premier football league, La Liga, to launch the Elite Championship. This trading campaign, running from January 15 through February, features an $800,000 USDT prize pool and exclusive football rewards, positioning itself at the forefront of a significant trend in crypto sponsorship and fan engagement.

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Crypto Real Estate: Banxa & Vicox Legal Launch Compliant EU Property Platform

A strategic partnership between regulated crypto payments infrastructure provider Banxa and European law firm Vicox Legal has established a fully compliant framework enabling international investors to purchase real estate across Southern Europe using cryptocurrency. This alliance, operating under European law with Banxa’s recently acquired MiCA licence, represents a significant step in bridging the gap between digital finance and traditional property investment through secure, transparent, and legally sound transactions.

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Toobit Becomes Official LALIGA Partner in MENA Region

In a strategic move that bridges elite sports with digital finance, cryptocurrency exchange Toobit has become the Official Regional Partner of Spain’s premier football league, LALIGA, in the MENA region. This partnership, anchored by the shared tagline “Play on a bigger stage,” aims to capitalize on the significant overlap between football fandom and cryptocurrency interest, offering exclusive rewards and educational initiatives to engage a passionate audience. The collaboration is backed by data showing soccer fans are 78% more likely to be interested in crypto than the general population, creating a targeted pathway for adoption.

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Toobit Launches $1M Christmas Trading Showdown with Festive Rewards

Toobit, the award-winning cryptocurrency exchange, has launched a high-stakes holiday trading competition with a prize pool exceeding $1 million. The Christmas Trading Showdown, running from December 19, 2025, to January 12, 2026, aims to transform the final weeks of the year into a festive adventure by blending competitive trading with interactive quests and substantial USDT rewards. This initiative reflects a broader trend of digital assets becoming integrated into seasonal traditions, with nearly one in four consumers now including crypto in their holiday plans.

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Spain’s CNMV Clarifies MiCA Implementation for Crypto Firms

Spain’s securities regulator, the Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores (CNMV), has published a detailed Q&A document that provides concrete guidance on how the European Union’s landmark Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) will be implemented nationally. This move delivers much-needed clarity to crypto companies operating in Spain, outlining specific requirements for authorizations, daily operations, and transitional arrangements, effectively presenting a ‘comply or quit’ framework as the regulation comes into force. By proactively using MiCA’s transitional flexibilities, Spain joins other proactive EU member states like Italy in moving to reduce regulatory uncertainty and establish a harmonized framework for the digital asset sector.

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BBVA Spark Event: Crypto Leaders Discuss Banking Collaboration

At the recent ‘Beyond Hype: crypto meets banking’ event hosted by BBVA Spark, a clear consensus emerged from industry leaders: the future of digital assets hinges on strategic collaboration with traditional financial institutions. Figures from Bit2Me, BVNK, and Kraken moved beyond theoretical debate to analyze the practical drivers of crypto growth, the tangible challenges of coexisting with legacy systems, and the transformative potential of bank partnerships. This dialogue marks a significant shift from competition to cooperation, outlining a path where innovation meets infrastructure.

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Spain Mandates Crypto Asset Reporting by March 31, 2024

Spain has intensified its regulatory oversight of the cryptocurrency sector, mandating that residents declare foreign-held digital assets exceeding $55,000 by March 31, 2024. This directive, enforced through a new dedicated tax form, comes alongside a significant escalation in enforcement actions, with the Spanish tax authority issuing 328,000 warnings for unpaid crypto taxes in 2023—a 40% increase from the previous year. The move positions Spain as a proactive regulator within the European Union, aiming to curb tax evasion and establish a clear framework ahead of broader EU legislation.

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Bitcoin Rebounds, EU Gas Deal, Inditex Sales Surge

Markets delivered a mixed performance on Wednesday as Bitcoin extended its recovery to a two-week high, European natural gas futures fell following an accelerated EU plan to phase out Russian supplies, and Spanish retail giant Inditex posted strong November sales that sent its shares soaring. This trifecta of developments highlights the fragile nature of the digital-assets market, shifting energy geopolitics in Europe, and surprising resilience in consumer spending.

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Spain Proposes 47% Crypto Tax, Risk Warnings & Seizure Powers

Spain’s left-wing Sumar coalition is pushing for sweeping cryptocurrency tax reforms that could see profits taxed at up to 47%. The proposals would also introduce mandatory risk warnings and classify cryptocurrencies as seizable assets. These changes represent one of Spain’s most significant digital asset regulatory shifts to date, coming as the country implements the EU’s MiCA framework and tax authorities dramatically ramp up enforcement actions against crypto investors.

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Spain’s Sumar Party Proposes 47% Crypto Tax Hike

Spain’s left-wing Sumar party has proposed sweeping cryptocurrency tax reforms that would significantly increase rates for individual investors while introducing comprehensive new regulatory measures. The amendments would raise the top crypto tax rate from 30% to 47% and classify all digital assets as seizable property, representing one of the most substantial crypto taxation overhauls in Spain’s history. Additionally, the plan includes creating a visual ‘risk traffic light’ system for crypto investments through the National Securities Market Commission (CNMV), signaling a major shift in how digital assets are treated under Spanish law.

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