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India’s National Blockchain Strategy Draft Calls On RBI To Release A Central Bank Digital INR
The National Institute for Smart Governance (NISG), a non-profit body launched by the government of India, releases its draft strategy on blockchain and cryptocurrencies. According to the official draft, the government of India should work towards releasing a central bank digital currency (CBDC), and a governing body to regulate the blockchain industry. NISG drafts blockchain […] дальше »
2020-1-29 21:14
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UK Crypto Financial Service Provider Becomes First ‘Authorised Payment Institution’ By FCA
A British crypto company similar to Bitstamp, Galaxy Digital and Coinbase was awarded a license for payments by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The announcement was made on Monday, by the BCB Group. дальше »
2020-1-29 19:41
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Indian Supreme Court Reserves its Order on Reserve Bank of India (RBI)’s Ban on Crypto
The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday reserved its order on the case against Reserve Bank of India's decision to bar banking services from dealing in any transactions associated with cryptocurrency. дальше »
2020-1-29 18:36
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Monetary Authority of Singapore To Add AML Rules To Crypto With Payment Services Act
The MAS (Monetary Authority of Singapore) has announced measures to update the existing regulatory framework guiding all digital payments. Announced early Tuesday morning, the PSA Act of 2019 (Singapore’s Payment Services Act) is aimed at introducing DPT (Digital Payment Services) under the existing AML and CTF (Anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist-financing) rules. By doing so, it […] дальше »
2020-1-28 17:44
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Israel Securities Authority Is Looking To Private DLT Exchanges To Model Its Regulations
Israel’s securities regulator is calling on private sector players to submit proof-of-concept for Distributed ledger technology (DLT) backed virtual assets trading platforms. According to CoinDesk, Israel Securities Authority (ISA) held a conference on Jan 20 in Tel Aviv where it announced that it was set to provide a full virtual value chain meant for investors […] дальше »
2020-1-28 01:04
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Ukrainian Watchdog to Track Cryptocurrency Transactions Over $1,200 For AML
Authorities in Ukraine are planning to track all crypto transactions that exceed $1,200, says Oksana Makarova, the Ministry of Finance’s head in the country. The matter was discussed in an interview with MC Today, a local news outlet. дальше »
2020-1-28 00:45
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Iran’s Ministry of Industries, Mining, and Trade Grant More Than 1,000 Crypto Miners Licenses
Iran is regulating crypto miners after a new licensing regime has been introduced by the country’s government. According to an official representative from the Iranian ICT Guild Organization (IIG), which is a body that represents Iran’s computing sector, the Ministry of Industries, Mining and Trade has given more than 1,000 licenses to crypto miners. The […] дальше »
2020-1-27 20:36
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Indian Securities Regulator Urges the Exploration of Blockchain for the Securities Market
Ajay Tyagi, the Security and Exchange Board of India’s (SEBI) chairman, considers blockchain technology for use of securities that needs to be considered as it has great potential. SEBI regulates the securities market in India. дальше »
2020-1-26 18:09
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Is International Pressures Forcing South African Banks to Close Crypto Exchange Accounts?
The big-four bank, Nedbank, may become the latest financial institution in South Africa to close cryptocurrency bank accounts, reports the local media channel. The bank will be following in the footsteps of the First National Bank (FNB) that closed the digital currency-related bank accounts back in November, last year citing lack of regulations as the […] дальше »
2020-1-26 00:55
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Hawaii Lawmakers Submit a Bill to Allow Banks to Provide Custody for Digital Assets
Hawaiian lawmakers have submitted a bill SB2594 on Jan. 18 that would make it legal for the banks to provide custody for digital assets. As per this bill, Hawaiin banks will be allowed to hold “Digital asset,” “Digital consumer assets,” “Digital security,” “Virtual currency,” and any other “open blockchain token” for their customers. Banks can […] дальше »
2020-1-24 19:33
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World Economic Forum (WEF) Creates First Policy-Maker Toolkit For CBDC Deployment
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has created, in partnership with some of the most important central banks, a policymaker toolkit for a central bank digital currency (CBDC). The announcement was made on January 22. дальше »
2020-1-24 22:34
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SEC Strikes Against Yet Another Unregistered ICO to Recover $147,000 ‘Ill-Gotten’ Gains
The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission is taking an action against blockchain firm Opporty International and its founder Sergii “Sergey” Grybniak for an unregistered Initial Coin Offering (ICO). дальше »
2020-1-23 19:02
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BitConnect Saga Drags On As Judge Dismisses More Defendants, Only Three Remain
The BitConnect class lawsuit is falling apart after a judge dismissed three of the defendants in the case. According to a lawsuit judgement, the case now lies in jeopardy with the threat of being tossed out, after defendants from India, Vietnam and other countries were dismissed. дальше »
2020-1-22 19:13
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Canada’s Crypto Guidance Is ‘Really Positive’ But Everyone Won’t Survive the Process
Last week, Canada’s security regulators released new guidance which is a positive step towards regulating cryptocurrencies. According to the crypto trading platform CoinSquare, CEO Cole Diamond, Canada right now is at a “pivotal point” where the authority has an “unbelievable opportunity to lead globally by putting the right regulations in place for digital assets.” The […] дальше »
2020-1-22 17:23
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Major Central Banks BOE, ECB, BoC, BoJ, BIS, SNB, and Riksbank Join To Assess Digital Currency Use
The world’s major central banks are coming together to assess the development of their own digital currencies, now that their role is being challenged by new technologies and the entry of giants like Facebook, through Libra. дальше »
2020-1-22 20:20
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Reserve Bank of India: Crypto’s Not Banned, But Ringfenced Regulated Entities Due to Risks
The Reserve Bank of India has said that it hadn’t banned the trading of digital currencies but only ringfenced regulated entities like banks and financial institutions from risks associated with trading such cryptocurrencies. дальше »
2020-1-21 17:54
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After Passing Strict Regulatory Standards, Zipmex Crypto Exchange Granted License by Thai SEC
The Asia-Pacific crypto-fiat exchange Zipmex has been given a digital assets exchange license by the Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). As stated in a press release from January 20, the Thai SEC and the country’s Ministry of Finance have approved Zipmex to have its license, which is known for very strict regulatory requirements like […] дальше »
2020-1-20 18:32
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South Korea Might Re-Categorize Cryptocurrencies, Imposing A 20% Tax On Gains
South Korea one of the most progressive nation in terms of evolving technology adoption might impose a 20% tax on crypto gains in the country as per a report published by a local daily, The Korean Times. дальше »
2020-1-20 18:10
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India’s Supreme Court Continues To Hear Case Against RBI Cryptocurrency Ban
The Reserve Bank of India had issued a circular in April 2018, which imposed a banking ban on crypto service providers. The circular prohibited banks from offering their service to all crypto-related service operators in the country. дальше »
2020-1-18 20:09
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Lawmaker Proposes Bill For State-Chartered Institution For Blockchain & Crypto Innovations
An Oklahoma lawmaker has come forward with the proposition of creating a financial institution chartered by the state and that functions as a central crypto depository for government agencies in the state. дальше »
2020-1-18 01:45
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SEC Files Lawsuits Against Conspirators In Blockchain Terminal’s $30 Million Fraudulent ICO
CG Blockchain Inc. , BCT In. (SEZC), has been charged with fraud by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), for funds raised on an ICO at over 30 million dollars by the companies operators, Edith Pardo and Boaz Manor. дальше »
2020-1-18 00:58
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New Congressional Bill Seeks To Exempt Small Crypto Transactions From Taxes
A Congressional bill seeking to exempt daily crypto purchases and transactions from capital gains taxation has been returned to the US Congress. The bill known as “The Virtual Currency Tax Fairness Act of 2020,” seeks to exempt digital currency expenditures that are personal transactions from capital gains taxation. Users will not be required to report […] дальше »
2020-1-17 00:18
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FSC Subcommittee Looks Into Cryptocurrencies Roll In Funding Extremism And Terrorism
US government is concerned with the involvement of Social media and Cryptocurrency in funneling of funds into domestic terror groups activities. In a hearing held by the FSC Subcommittee on National security on Jan 15th 2020, International development and monetary policy featured 5 witnesses from various departments to address how US based monetary institutions could […] дальше »
2020-1-16 18:53
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Crypto Forensics Startup Elliptic to Urge Congress For Tougher AML Enforcement of Privacy Coins
Elliptic, a crypto analytic firm is set on recommending the US Congress demand tougher anti-money laundering (AML) rules for exchanges allowing of the trading of privacy coins. The firm is set to lay down recommendations at a US Congressional hearing that will discuss how cryptos are being utilized to facilitate human trafficking, CoinDesk reports. On […] дальше »
2020-1-16 01:44
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Mind Capital Gets Issued Fraud Warning by National Securities Market Commission in Spain
According to a recent report by Behind MLM, the National Securities Market Commission announced that Mind Capital, a crypto investment firm, is committing securities fraud. The announcement warns: “The CNMV warns that: MIND. дальше »
2020-1-16 23:44
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SEC Warns Crypto Investors Initial Exchange Offerings Could Be Securities Like Some ICO’s
On Tuesday, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) released a warning on initial exchange offerings (IEOs). As the notice says, IEOs are pretty much the same as initial coin offerings (ICOs). дальше »
2020-1-15 22:45
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RBI Crypto Ban Hearing in India Postponed by the Supreme Court, Is This Good or Bad?
The Indian Supreme Court has postponed the hearing on Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) case related to crypto businesses. Ever since the RBI implemented its ban on crypto dealings at banks in April 2018, crypto firms and exchanges in India have had a very tough time. дальше »
2020-1-15 21:57
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Japan’s Financial Watchdog to Further Reduce Maximum Leverage to 2x on Crypto Margin Trading
The Financial Services Agency (FSA) is planning to limit the leverage in cryptocurrency margin trading to twice the deposits of traders, reported Japan Times on Saturday. This new rule will be included in the Cabinet Office, which FSA will revise in the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act that will go into effect in spring. This […] дальше »
2020-1-13 16:49
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What Does EU’s Fifth Anti-Money Laundering Directive (AMLD5) Mean For Crypto Exchanges?
European cryptocurrency firms are expecting a stricter regime of regulations as the 28 EU states are preparing to adopt the 5th Anti-Money Laundering Directive (AMLD5). The AMLD5 will burden small firms and force them to either merge or fold. дальше »
2020-1-11 20:57
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Illinois ‘Blockchain Technology Act’ Is Now In Effect, Smart Contracts Will Be Legally Binding
The State of Illinois is on the forefront of implementing blockchain regulation as the “Blockchain Technology Act” sponsored by Rep. Keith Wheeler (R), took effect on Jan 1, 2020. The new laws will govern the development of blockchain technologies, purchase and transfer of digital currencies and governing smart contracts. The new laws opens up the […] дальше »
2020-1-10 16:30
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EU’s Securities Markets Regulator Puts Cryptocurrency Legal Framework Into Focus For 2020
For its 2020 resolution, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) wants to regulate cryptocurrencies and the products in the industry more. The organization has published its list of priorities for the 2020-2022 time period on Thursday, mentioning that capital markets in the EU are facing some new risks as a result of digitalization. It […] дальше »
2020-1-10 22:55
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New York State Gov Andrew Cuomo Wants BitLicense Creator NYDFS to Have More Power
New York’s governor Andrew Cuomo wants the Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) to have more power when it comes to regulating licensed entities, cryptocurrency startups included. Presenting his “state of the state” plan for 2020 on Wednesday, he published 321 pages of proposals that include a new perspective on existing exemptions some consumer financial services […] дальше »
2020-1-9 21:19
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Reserve Bank of Australia Looks To Deny Cryptos Like Facebook’s Libra Until Regulations Are Met
When it comes to Libra and the viability of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has announced it has serious doubts. RBA officials said in December last year they don’t believe cryptocurrencies will ever take the place of money issued by governments. дальше »
2020-1-9 20:58
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Digital Assets Land On SEC’s Compliance Examination Priorities List For 2020
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) released their priority list for 2020, on Jan. 7 reaffirming its regulatory oversight in the cryptocurrency industry. While the previous priority lists in 2018 and 2019 explicitly focused on initial coin offerings (ICOs) and investments in the field, the new list promises a friendlier, gentler and more comprehensive outlook […] дальше »
2020-1-8 18:10
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Qatar’s QFC Regulatory Authority Shuts Down All Cryptocurrency Trading and Services
Qatar’s Financial Center Regulatory Authority (QFCRA) has announced on December 26 that the Qatar Financial Center (QFC) can no longer conduct in and out virtual asset services. The announcement was made through a tweet saying, The QFC Regulatory Authority affirms that Virtual Asset Services may not be conducted in or from the QFC. дальше »
2020-1-6 20:00
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South Korean PCFIR: Bitcoin Should Be Listed on KRX Exchange And Gov Should Allow BTC Derivatives
A presidential committee formed to advise the government in regards to the fourth industrial revolution is recommending that the South Korean government should let financial institutions to offer crypto-based products, CoinDesk reports. дальше »
2020-1-6 19:14
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Law Firm Sued for Legal Malpractice for Providing “Erroneous” Advice on Launching Crypto Fund
Illinois-based Faegre Baker Daniels LLP is being sued for legal malpractice by Digital Capital Management that accused the law firm of providing “erroneous” legal services relating to the launch and operation of a fund dealing in crypto assets. дальше »
2020-1-3 18:31
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China Regulators Issue ‘Serious Warning’ On CryptoCurrencies; We Support Blockchain, Not Crypto
China is once again getting worried about the expansion of cryptocurrencies. Regulators have requested authorities to prevent the use of digital currencies by individuals in the country. This is according to a recently released announcement by the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC). дальше »
2019-12-28 21:43
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Congressional Blockchain Caucus Members Ask IRS To Clarify Guidance on Airdrops And Forks
The US representatives involved in the letter include Tom Emmer, Bill Foster, David Schweikert, Darren Soto, Lance Gooden, French Hill, Matt Gaetz, and Warren Davidson. These individuals pushed the IRS to clarify if any changes made would be applied retroactively or from the current date going forward. дальше »
2019-12-21 19:42
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US Congress Drafts Bill ‘Crypto-Currency Act of 2020’ To Bring Clarity To Digital Asset Regulation
A draft bill that will bring more regulatory clarity when it comes to the crypto sector has been introduced by an US congressman. The bill named the Crypto-Currency Act of 2020 and will help to determine which federal agencies should regulate in the crypto space. дальше »
2019-12-20 19:35
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South Africa’s Financial Regulator Dismisses Karatbars (KBC) Crypto Assets As A Financial Product
Karatbars International controversial KBC coin will no longer be getting attention from South Africa’s financial markets regulator, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA). The regulator had earlier on issued a warning terming the KBC coin a ‘fraud’; German’s BaFin also made similar moves in response to Karatbars operations within its jurisdiction. FSCA Vs Karatbars International […] дальше »
2019-12-19 18:06
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After Raising $13M In An Unregistered ICO, The SEC Orders BCOT To Pay $250k And Return Funds
Blockchain of Things Inc (BCOT), a New York founded startup, has been penalized $250,000 by the SEC for launching an ICO without following the proper registration process. The firm is also expected to cease any crypto operations that result to a violation of the securities law. дальше »
2019-12-19 17:34
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The SEC’s ‘Accredited Investors’ Amendment Could Open Doors For ‘Persons With Knowledge’
The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission is looking to make some changes to the way that individuals and entities invest in the industry. Though they are known for imposing certain restrictions, the passing of a new proposal would do exactly the opposite. дальше »
2019-12-19 17:03
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EU’s Upcoming AML Regulation Forces Bitcoin Payments App Bottle Pay to Shut Down
Bitcoin payments platform Bottle Pay has decided with a “heavy heart” to shut down its services rather than become subject to the new 5th anti-money laundering directive, announced the firm. Bottle Pay, a faster and simpler way to make your BTC payments has been seeing huge user growth over the last few months. But the […] дальше »
2019-12-14 18:23
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Swiss Gov’t Says Digital Franc Is Too Risky Public Use, But Beneficial To Financial institutions
It may not be the time yet to have an electronic Swiss Franc for the population. The Swiss government considers that there are more risks than benefits in this digital currency that could eventually destabilize the financial system. дальше »
2019-12-14 19:25
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President of European Central Bank Pushes To ‘Be Ahead’ Of Stablecoins Demand
Christine Lagarde is the president of the European Central Bank, and she’s recently made it clear how highly she holds stablecoins. In a recent tweet, she urged the bank to take note of the substantial demand for stablecoins in the world, adding that the institution needs to “be ahead of the curve,” regarding the issuance […] дальше »
2019-12-13 01:46
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Central Banks Consult on Tougher Crypto Asset Oversight
The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) is soliciting comments on “Designing a prudential treatment for crypto assets,” to improve the regulatory oversight by March 2020. The paper says, “These types of crypto-assets are not legal tender, and are not backed by any government or public authority. дальше »
2019-12-13 23:36
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California’s Majority Leader, Ian Calderon, Says Blockchain Regulation Ought to be Prioritized
California State may soon address the uncertainty within blockchain regulation after the Majority leader, Ian Calderon, noted that it is important to give direction and approval for this tech. Calderon was speaking in Las Vegas at the Elev8CON where he emphasized that consumer confidence can only be achieved if the Government understands and consequently approves […] дальше »
2019-12-12 18:24
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Shopin CEO Charged With Fraud In $42M Unregistered ICO, Spent $500k On Personal Expenses
Shopin hosted a $42 million initial coin offering, though the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission has now come after the company and founder Eran Eyal. The SEC charged Eyal and Shopin with fraud, announcing on Wednesday that the exchange had been selling unregistered securities i. дальше »
2019-12-12 17:53
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SEC Clayton: Agency Has Taken A ‘Measured But Proactive’ Approach To Crypto Regulation
The chairman of US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has explained that the US regulators are taking measured approach when it comes to crypto regulation that is helpful to both individual and institutional investors, Cointelegraph reports. дальше »
2019-12-11 21:34
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