Cryptoassets are traded on a global basis. Indeed, the markets are even more global and constant than markets in more conventional financial instruments, rivalled only perhaps by the FX markets in their reach.

The European Commission has published a report by external consultants (Oxera), Should aid be granted to firms in difficulty, a study on counterfactual scenarios to restructuring state aid? It is intended to inform the Commission of the consequences for intended recipients and their relevant industries if aid is not given, including whether the aid will, in fact, save jobs and economic activity.