Hong Kong targets global fintech leadership with new virtual asset strategies

Hong Kong is sharpening its focus on virtual asset trading and digital financial systems, local media reported on Oct. 23, citing Financial Secretary for Services and the Treasury Christopher Hui.

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Trump-linked DeFi venture could double Aave’s treasury overnight with $100M boost

Former President Donald Trump‘s World Liberty Financial (WLF) DeFi project may add over $100 million in revenue to Aave DAO’s treasury if the lending protocol approves a pending proposal.

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Bitcoin Trapped Between 50 and 200-Day Averages as Bond Market Volatility Spikes, China Stocks Slide

The MOVE index, which measures expected volatility in U.S. Treasury notes, spiked to the highest since January, hinting at tighter financial conditions ahead.

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Guggenheim issues $20 million worth of tokenized commercial paper on Ethereum

Guggenheim Treasury Securities (GTS), a subsidiary of financial consulting firm Guggenheim Capital, has issued $20 million worth of Digital Commercial Paper (DCP) on Ethereum. The DCP received a P-1 credit rating from Moody’s.

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Wall Street Titan Guggenheim Tokenizes $20M of Commercial Paper on Ethereum

Guggenheim Treasury Services, a subsidiary of financial services giant Guggenheim Partners, has issued $20 million of tokenized commercial paper on the Ethereum blockchain, its partner, blockchain platform Zeconomy, announced Thursday.

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R.I.P. Unhosted Wallet Rule

In 2020, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network proposed imposing know-your-customer requirements on unhosted wallets, drawing immense backlash from the crypto industry. This week, the Treasury Department formally withdrew the proposal.

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DBS pilots blockchain-based treasury tokens with Ant International

Singaporean financial giant DBS has launched a treasury token pilot with Ant International to improve cross-border treasury and liquidity management. DBS Group has initiated a blockchain-based pilot in collaboration with Ant International in a bid to streamline cross-border treasury and…

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DBS Bank launches ‘treasury tokens’ pilot with Ant International

DBS Bank's treasury tokens pilot with Ant International could revolutionize liquidity management, enhancing efficiency and transparency in financial operations. The post DBS Bank launches ‘treasury tokens’ pilot with Ant International appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Trump quashes reports on Jamie Dimon and Larry Fink as his Treasury Secretary

The 78-year-old Republican nominee responded to reports suggesting he was considering the two financial CEOs for his cabinet.

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Hong Kong to present regulatory framework for stablecoins by 2025

Hong Kong’s financial regulators have received over 100 submissions from market participants, with a vast majority endorsing the establishment of a licensing regime for stablecoins. The Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB) and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA)…

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Regulatory Reboot: Hong Kong to Adjust Crypto Laws in Response to Lawmaker’s Inquiry

Hong Kong’s financial regulators are taking a measured approach to cryptocurrency regulations, responding with a constant change to market developments. Christopher Hui, the Treasury chief, recently emphasized the government’s strategy of continuously monitoring and adapting crypto-related rules to match the evolving industry.

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Is Polkadot the next FTX? $87M spending spree, racism claims, and user backlash

How do Polkadot’s financial practices, spending $87M with a net loss of $108M annually, compare to FTX’s pre-collapse habits? Polkadot (DOT), one of the early competitors to Ethereum (ETH), has recently come under the spotlight after publishing its latest treasury…

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FinCEN says illicit use of crypto by criminals creates new ‘opportunities’ for detection

The US Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued a stark warning to US financial firms, warning them about the increasing use of crypto by Mexican drug cartels to purchase chemicals used to manufacture fentanyl.

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Mexican Cartels Using BTC, ETH, USDT, Other Tokens to Buy Fentanyl Ingredients: U.S.

Criminal organizations in Mexico have been using several popular digital assets to buy the materials needed to make the drug fentanyl, according to the U.S. Treasury Department's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), which cited the use of bitcoin and other tokens in a Thursday advisory.

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Over 300 Million Users Depend on Tether’s USDT, Says Paolo Ardoino

Tether is a major purchaser of US Treasury Bills, reflecting its growing influence in the financial sector, despite facing ongoing regulatory scrutiny. The post Over 300 Million Users Depend on Tether’s USDT, Says Paolo Ardoino appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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In Conversation With Brian Nelson

Last October, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) – the U. S. Treasury Department's money laundering watchdog – announced a proposal to label crypto mixers as a "primary money laundering" concern, a move that alarmed a broad swath of the crypto industry.

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Treasury Secretary Yellen warns of financial stability risks posed by AI

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen expressed significant concerns about the potential dangers artificial intelligence (AI) poses to the stability of the financial system. Yellen made the remarks during a keynote address at a conference on AI and financial stability on June 6.

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Tether holds more US Treasuries than Germany, ranks 19th globally

Quick Take Tether reported a massive $4. 52 billion profit in the first quarter of the year. Notably, the stablecoin issuer’s consolidated financial figures revealed that as of March 31, it held a staggering $91 billion in direct and indirect US treasury bill holdings.

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US Treasury to increase focus on combatting illicit financial activity via crypto, emerging tech

The US Treasury Department intends to place a significant emphasis on addressing the risks posed by cryptocurrencies and other emerging technologies in the coming months via comprehensive regulation.

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El Salvador launches website to monitor the Bitcoin holdings in its treasury

El Salvador has made headlines once again in the cryptocurrency world with the launch of a Bitcoin treasury monitoring website. Since adopting Bitcoin (BTC) as a legal tender in 2021, El Salvador continues to pioneer initiatives aimed at embracing and leveraging the potential of digital assets for economic growth and financial inclusion. The Central American […]

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Crypto firms among ‘greatest risks’ for money laundering in 2022-2023: UK govt

Crypto firms, wealth management companies, and retail and wholesale banking remain “particularly vulnerable” to financial crime, according to a U.K. Treasury report.

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UK sharpens focus on crypto regulation in latest anti-money laundering report

The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)’s recent anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist funding (AML/CTF) efforts have focused heavily on crypto. The UK Treasury said in a May 1 report that the FCA considers crypto firms — like retail and wholesale banks and wealth management firms — to be “particularly vulnerable” to financial crime and at the […] The post UK sharpens focus on crypto regulation in latest anti-money laundering report appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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Tether Posts Record Quarterly Profits of $4.52 Billion

Tether reports a Q1 profit of $4.52 billion, mainly from U.S. Treasury bonds, marking a significant increase in financial transparency and stability. The post Tether Posts Record Quarterly Profits of $4.52 Billion appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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MicroStrategy Adds 122 Bitcoins to Treasury Despite Q1 Net Loss of $53.1M

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FinCEN commends Coinbase for its contributions in major criminal case

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the US Department of the Treasury recently acknowledged crypto exchange Coinbase for its significant contributions to major criminal investigations.

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Акции Metaplanet взлетели на 90% после покупки биткоинов в резерв

Котировки японской публичной компании Metaplanet выросли почти на 90% после объявления о покупке на баланс биткоинов на сумму 1 млрд иен (~$6,6 млн) в рамках новой стратегии. Today, we're thrilled to announce a groundbreaking shift in our financial strategy, as we embrace Bitcoin as the core treasury asset of the Company going forward by committing an initial JPY 1 billion.

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OFAC sanctions Russian providers of digital financial assets

Treasury Department has sanctioned Russian providers of digital financial assets, saying many of the designated entities offered services that helped evade sanctions. The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned 13 entities and two…

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From tech boom to Bitcoin era: MicroStrategy’s journey to a $20 billion market cap

Quick Take MicroStrategy (MSTR), known for its significant bitcoin treasury, has experienced an impressive financial climb, concluding 24% higher after the March 4 close, placing its current trading value at $1,334.

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Number of crypto crimes in Hong Kong tripled in 3 years

Over the past three years, the number of crimes involving virtual assets in Hong Kong has almost tripled. According to a local media report, Financial Services and Treasury Minister Hui Ching-yu said that the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission…

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Bitcoin hits all-time high against traditional asset benchmarks

Quick Take Bitcoin’s recent performance has defied traditional financial metrics, with the digital asset reaching new heights against the US 20+ year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT), the S&P Regional Banking ETF (KRE), and the Japanese Yen.

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Yellen to Address Congress on Crypto Risks

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is poised to warn Congress about the specific threats that cryptocurrencies and stablecoins pose to the financial stability of the country

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First Mover Asia: Hong Kong FinTech Chair Praises Crypto Friendly Policy Statement; Dogecoin Outshines Bitcoin, Ether

Neil Tan said that the statement by the Financial Services and Treasury Bureau acknowledged the importance of retail investors and would help clarify regulatory issues similar to other countries recent frameworks.

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OFAC And FinCEN Charged Bittrex Exchange For Over $53 Million

Treasury’s Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) and Financial Crime Enforcement Network (FinCEN) have set charges against the Bittrex crypto exchange for violating anti-money laundering rules and the other U.

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US Treasury recommends lawmakers decide which regulators will oversee crypto spot market

“The report recommends the passage of legislation in providing a rulemaking authority for federal financial regulators over this market,” said economist Jonathan Rose.

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AIM Summit Hosts Former U.S. Treasury Secretary to Discuss U.S. and Global Economy

Lawrence H. Summers, the renowned American economist who served as the 71st United States Secretary of Treasury from 1999-2001 under Bill Clinton, as well as the Director of the National Economic Council from 2009 to 2010 under Barack Obama, will be offering his insights into the global economy and financial markets during the 13th edition … Continued The post AIM Summit Hosts Former U.

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Treasury Seeks Public Comment on Crypto’s Role in Financial Crime

The request for comment follows three reports from the Treasury discussing the future of payments, the impact crypto could have on consumers, and preventing crypto-related financial crime. Treasury Asks Public...

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United States treasury department wants this on the CBDC front

A recent report published by the U.S Treasury Department has outlined the administration’s plans for financial alternatives like CBDCs and their role in future payment.  The report was submittedThe post United States treasury department wants this on the CBDC front appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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World’s First AI Strategic Copy Trading Cryptocurrency Exchange, TriiiX Bags U.S. MSB Financial License

TriiiX, an AI strategic trading and copy trading crypto exchange, has secured a US Money Service Business (MSB) license. Issued by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the U. S. Department of the Treasury, the license empowers the exchange to offer regulated financial services in the country.

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Treasury Sanctions Open-Source Software

The U.S. Treasury sanctioned the Tornado Cash mixing tool, setting a precedent for blocking financial privacy and censoring open-source code.

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New UK Treasury Minister Proposes New Regulations for Stablecoins

U.K. Chancellor of the Exchequer Nadhim Zahawi laid out plans in the Financial Services and Markets bill to regulate stablecoins. The post New UK Treasury Minister Proposes New Regulations for Stablecoins appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Stablecoin Bill Won’t Force All Issuers to Be Banks, Congressman Says

Congress may rebuff U.S. regulators who wanted stablecoins to be the exclusive territory of banks, according to a lawmaker familiar with a legislative effort now in motion. Democrats on the House Financial Services Committee have been working on requirements that may not be as restrictive as the Treasury Department and financial regulators had asked.

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Stablecoin rules among topics discussed during Janet Yellen’s meeting with Japanese officials

United States Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen met with Bank of Japan Governor Haruhiko Kuroda to discuss several multilateral financial regulatory issues, including stablecoins, Reuters reported. The post Stablecoin rules among topics discussed during Janet Yellen’s meeting with Japanese officials appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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US Treasury study finds CBDCs a plus for commercial bank stability

Access to CBDCs reduces banks’ need to insure against liquidity risks and gives policymakers greater information about trouble in the financial system, according to the study.

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TRM Labs - Next-generation blockchain intelligence

Ari Redbord is Head of Legal and Government Affairs at TRM Labs, the blockchain intelligence company. Ari was previously the Senior Advisor to the Deputy Secretary and the Undersecretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence at the United States Treasury.

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Exodus of pro-crypto financial regulators in UK amid allegations of misconduct in PM's government

In his resignation letter, Economic Secretary to the Treasury John Glen said that “vital reforms" to the country’s financial services were ready to be presented to Parliament.

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Coin Center takes US Treasury to court over alleged financial spying

Coin Center filed a lawsuit against the Treasury Department in federal district court — challenging the enforcement of Section 6050I’s reporting mandate.

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UK Treasury Strengthens Regulations Around Stablecoins Following UST Collapse

In response to the recent collapse of controversial crypto project Terra, Britain is looking into ways to ensure stablecoins don’t threaten their wider financial system. Her Majesty’s Treasury printed a new consultation paper on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, regarding minimizing the risks of the possible collapse of stablecoins and many more digital currencies by utilizing […]

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UK government proposes additional safeguards against stablecoin failure risks

The Treasury wants to empower the Financial Market Infrastructure Special Administration Regime to oversee the safe return of customer funds in the event of a stablecoin collapse.

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Aussie consumer group calls for better crypto regs due to ‘lagging laws’

Australian consumer group CHOICE outlined its crypto regulatory framework in a submission to the country’s Treasury calling for the new federal government to prioritize crypto in its financial services reforms.

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