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Crypto Tax Bill, Virtual Value Tax Fix Act, Is Reintroduced By North Carolina Congressman
Ted Budd, a Republican Congressman from North Carolina, has recently decided to reintroduce a crypto tax bill this week. The law will be a move to the Ways & Means Committee of the House of Representatives soon. дальше »
2019-8-8 23:55
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Chinese Authorities Are Investigating EtherDelta Over Possible Exit Scam
The crypto trading platform EtherDelta is currently being investigated by the Chinese police over allegations of exit scam, which is when a company vanishes with funds from clients. In this case, EtherDelta is being accused of selling tokens during an Initial Coin Offering (ICO) and then abandoning the platform. EtherDelta was a platform that was […] дальше »
2019-8-8 23:27
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The Coordinated Crypto Crackdown Continues: NASAA Has 130 New Cases This Year
Operation Cryptosweep is moving forward at full speed. It seems that the people at the Administrators Association (NASAA) are really taking seriously their latest operation to sweep unlawful cryptos out from the market. дальше »
2019-8-8 22:44
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South Korea’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) To Oversee Cryptocurrency Exchanges Directly
One of the main regulatory agencies of South Korea under the command of the Financial Services Commission (FSC), the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), has recently decided that the cryptocurrency exchanges of the country would start to be under its guidance. дальше »
2019-8-8 22:15
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Malta-Based Miner Sues Local BTC Mining Machines Over Power Consumption, Comes Out Victorious
Perhaps you aren’t into mining Bitcoins or any cryptocurrency, but here’s a question: who would you feel if you were to buy a BTC miner whose power consumption is higher in value than that of the coins it actually mines? Well, guess you’d be enraged like a Maltese Bitcoin miner who apparently sued a local […] дальше »
2019-8-7 23:26
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Mexico’s New Crypto Regulations are Making it Tough for Blockchain Entrepreneurs to Survive
According to a report released a Mexican media outlet recently, a new fintech law brought into effect by the Bank of Mexico (Banxico) could force a total of 201 blockchain related startups to cease their ongoing operations permanently. дальше »
2019-8-6 17:58
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US SEC Commissioner Supports Creation of Non-Exclusive Safe Harbor For Crypto In Singapore
The Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) recently held a convention named as the Convergence Forum. The tech event had several panel discussions and officials from around the world. The most important presence there was possibly the U. дальше »
2019-8-6 21:50
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Service Domain Provider, fTLD Registry, Set to Ban Crypto Firms from .bank and .insurance Extensions
Bank-led top level domain registry set to ban fintech firms including cryptocurrency companies from . bank and . insurance domains. fTLD releases the Registrant Eligibility Policy highlighting changes to domain registration Cryptocurrency firms set to miss out on . дальше »
2019-8-5 18:58
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Pro-Crypto SEC Commissioner Urges Regulators to Take a “Forward-Leaning” View on Crypto Matters
With the crypto market gradually developing, one might have wondered why President Donald Trump has been keeping his opinions concealed regarding said matters. Not too long ago, the president along with Treasury Secretary, Steven Mnuchin both shared their distaste for digital assets, where the latter stressed the actuality of “very, very strong” regulations. As a […] дальше »
2019-8-4 22:23
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New York Judge Says Purchasing Crypto with A Bank Card Isn’t A Cash Advance
Chase Bank has been charging customers a cash advance fee for the purchase of cryptocurrency with their bank and credit cards. The judge has denied the motion to dismiss. The Chase company has been exploring a venture into the cryptocurrency industry, but recent actions have been upsetting the customers that they already serve. According to […] дальше »
2019-8-3 18:59
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Islamic Expert on Shariah Acceptability: Halal Coin Is Only a Matter Of Time And Awareness
The Islamic financial world has some pretty big differences from its Western counterpart. For instance, in the Islamic regions of the world, the markets have to follow the Shariah, known as the Islamic law. дальше »
2019-8-3 02:38
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Out of 200,000 Bitcoin Transactions, Only 2% Were Illicit, MIT’s AI Lab Affirms
Everybody in the crypto industry knows how some people have a pretty bad opinion of Bitcoin. Said to be the currency used by scammers and criminals, Bitcoin is often the target of severe criticism. Fortunately, a recent experiment made by the MIT-IBM Watson AI Lab has proved that only a small fraction of the Bitcoin […] дальше »
2019-8-3 00:56
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All Bitcoin Transactions In Brazil To Be Reported To The Department of Federal Revenue (RFB)
From the beginning of August, all Brazilian civilians have to report their crypto transaction to the Department of Federal Revenue (RFB). The Bill to do so was introduced as Normative Instruction No. дальше »
2019-8-2 17:42
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Europe’s EESC Concerned Of Blockchain Being Monopolized, Doesn’t Want To See A Digital Divide
The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) recently expressed disturbing concerns regarding the future of blockchain technology. In their new report, the EESC advised that public measures should be taken in order to ensure that blockchain's potential as a groundbreaking infrastructure for the social economy remains available and accessible to everyone. EESC: Blockchain Technology Must […] дальше »
2019-8-2 17:12
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Malta Government Official Announced Use Of Blockchain Tech For National Business Registry
Malta is one of the most crypto-friendly and blockchain-friendly regions in the world, so it should come as no surprise that the national business registry (MBR) is making changes in favor of these industries. дальше »
2019-8-2 23:29
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Gibraltar DLT Regulator Finally Licenses Cryptocurrency Derivatives Exchange Quedex
After undergoing a 15-month long and rigorous process under the legal guidance of PRT Lawyers and the Gibraltar authorities, Quedex has finally been granted a license to operate. The Gibraltar-based crypto-oriented futures and options exchange is now the first of this kind to earn the Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) Providers license across the world. It […] дальше »
2019-8-1 17:42
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UK Regulator Officially Issued Guidance on Bitcoin and Crypto Assets, Specifically for Security Tokens
The United Kingdom was working to find some clarity on their cryptocurrency policies through the last year, which they promised to deliver. The financial watchdog in the UK, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has now published a report to update the public on the state of the cryptocurrency industry within the UK, according to The […] дальше »
2019-7-31 22:35
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PwC Corporate Tax Partner: Singapore To Benefit Crypto Businesses By Cutting Taxes
Singapore is currently making a move that may help the local crypto community a lot. The country is planning to exempt some digital currencies from a tax called Good and Services Tax. The idea is that this could benefit several crypto-related businesses and help the growth of the industry in the country. An expert from […] дальше »
2019-7-30 06:17
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ICO Promoters CoinLaunch Fined CAD $50,000 By Ontario Securities Commission
A week ago, the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) announced a fine for ICO promoters CoinLaunch for conducting unregistered ICOs. Commercial litigator, economist, and former coder, Evan Thomas took this news to warn other ICO/STO projects about facing the same consequences. дальше »
2019-7-29 19:09
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South Korea To Push For Regulation Free-Blockchain Zone In The City Of Busan
South Korea is already a leading nation when it comes to crypto and blockchain adoption, but this is not enough for them. The city of Busan has been given the approval to be designated as a “regulation-free blockchain zone. дальше »
2019-7-29 18:22
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Multiple Complaints Filed On Unlicensed BTC-e By US Prosecutors For Conspiracy, Money Laundering
As per an all-new court document made available by the Northern District of California, US prosecutors have filed a formal complaint against BTC-e — a crypto exchange that is now defunct — as well as its alleged owner Alexander Vinnik. дальше »
2019-7-28 18:57
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Russia Will Not Legalize Cryptocurrency Anytime Soon, Even Though It Could Help Avoid US Sanctions
The battle between the Russia and the US sanctions have been difficult, which Soyuzmash Vice President Vladimir Gutenev admits. Speaking to the advisory council on military-technical co-operation, the vice president expressed that the current conditions were difficult, and the environment is far from competitive, thanks to the strong pressure from sanctions. Despite weapons already being […] дальше »
2019-7-27 00:15
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Special Committee Calls For Complete Crypto Ban In India As Supreme Court Continues To Delay Crypto Hearing
The tussle between the Indian crypto community and the government is still ongoing as the government aims to completely ban cryptocurrencies from the country. The government also seeks to establish its own cryptocurrency. дальше »
2019-7-25 20:39
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International Authorities Reveal Canada’s Enormous Influence on Italian Mobsters, a Form of “Criminal Blockchain”?
In an ongoing investigation entailing Italian mobsters, investigators were reportedly describing the ‘Ndrangheta mafia family as being a form of “criminal blockchain” reports The Next Web. As per the news outlet, such description is made in reference to the “decentralization of its internal power structures. дальше »
2019-7-25 20:24
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Owner Of Unlicensed BTC Trading Platform ‘Destination Bitcoin’ Found Guilty By US DoJ
As per an all new announcement issued by the United States Department of Justice yesterday afternoon, William Green — a 46-year-old resident of New Jersey resident — has been found guilty of operating a crypto exchange without a license by a federal grand jury. дальше »
2019-7-25 20:07
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FBI Investigates Once Long Island Iced Tea Company for Committing Securities Fraud, Insider Trading
Then Long Island Iced Tea Company, turned “Long Blockchain” in 2017 is being investigated by the U. S Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) reports Coin Desk, who originally referenced news outlet, Quartz. дальше »
2019-7-25 19:42
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German Crypto Businesses Will Need a BaFin License In 2020
Europe is taking several steps in order to regulate the crypto market this year. Now, Germany is the latest country to do it. Cryptocurrency companies operating in Germany will need to apply for licenses if they intend to keep working legally in the country next year. дальше »
2019-7-25 01:15
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Malta’s Financial Regulator Warns The Public Against Emirate Coin Tech, a Suspected Ponzi Scheme
The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) has warned the public a possible Ponzi like a crypto-based company which has been duping the public that it is registered to operate in Malta. In a press statement released on July 23, the financial watchdog said that Emirate Coin Tech is not a Maltese registered company nor licensed […] дальше »
2019-7-24 00:14
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German Financial Watchdog (BaFin) Approves Fundament’s $280 Million Token Offering
Germany-based end-to-end security issuance solution for asset tokenization, Fundament Group has received approval from the country’s Financial Market Supervisory Authority (BaFin) to distribute real estate bond within the country. дальше »
2019-7-24 23:40
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Difference of Libra and Crypto Noted In Congress as Bitcoin Gets Clear Distinction from Facebook’s Coin
Deliberations in Congress about Facebook’s Libra have shown that Congress may have a grasp of crypto and what it entails. During the hearing where Facebook was represented by its executive David Marcus, legislators made it a point to differentiate between cryptocurrency projects that are currently in existence and the project Facebook proposes to launch. One […] дальше »
2019-7-23 18:37
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FINRA’s Friendly Reminder Towards Firms to Keep Regulators Updated of Crypto Activities
Back in 2018, FINRA first revealed an initiative in which member firms had to notify of their current and planned activities involving crypto activities (i. e. cryptocurrencies and any other forms of digital assets). дальше »
2019-7-22 23:28
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Royal Bank of Canada Joins List of Fearful Anti-Crypto Institutions as Customer Shares Horrible Experience
The advent of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies along with all other uses of blockchain technology isn’t exactly sitting well with traditional institutions. Though unsurprising, some of these firms are publicly speaking against cryptocurrency and would do everything within their power, to tackle the sector. дальше »
2019-7-22 23:20
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U.S Attorney Announces Detainment of a Narcotics Trafficker Caught Money Laundering
U. S Attorney, Geoffrey S. Berman and Special Agent, Angel M. Melendez revealed the news regarding the detainment of a narcotics trafficker who tried to wash $19 million of illegal cryptocurrencies on the Dark Web called “Silk Road”. дальше »
2019-7-20 23:57
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Treasury Steven Mnuchin Says US Will Police Crypto With ‘Very, Very Strong Regulations’
During a recent interview with CNBC, Steve Mnuchin, the secretary of the U. S. Department of the Treasury, said that it is important to establish strong regulations on Bitcoin (BTC) and virtual currencies. дальше »
2019-7-19 23:34
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Tim Draper: Indian Government Is Pathetic And Corrupt Over Crypto Ban Proposal
Following a leaked bill from the India government proposed a blanket ban on cryptocurrency, Tim Draper, a Bitcoin worshipper and investor in Tezos has come out to condemn the move. Now in a strongly worded message, the outspoken investor who recently advocated Bitcoin to the government of Argentina referred to India’s proposed bill as being […] дальше »
2019-7-18 00:12
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French Crypto Industry Gets Huge Boost As Country Approves Several Companies
Several crypto companies were recently approved by the authorities of France. The country is currently hoping to accelerate some of its plans in order to regulate this market and give more attention to the crypto world. дальше »
2019-7-17 08:41
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Indian Crypto Draft Bill Leaks as Proposals of Complete Ban Saddens Crypto Community
The much anticipated and prolonged draft bill for cryptocurrency in India got leaked in full. The bill proposes a complete blanket ban on the use of cryptocurrency in any form. This has really saddened the crypto community back in India who were expecting and hoping for a progressive call from the central government, especially after […] дальше »
2019-7-16 19:15
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Top US Politician Promotes Blockchain Benefits for Being a Viable Big Tech Regulation Alternative
United States Republican Politician and Congress Minority leader Kevin McCarthy on July 16 said that with the current trend of regulators not nimble enough to adapt to the ever-changing world of the technology industry, those concerned about maintaining their online presence should think about turning to blockchain technology. Protection of the Citizens The experienced lawmaker […] дальше »
2019-7-16 19:06
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Blockchain Fintech Firm Bitt Digital Finally Gets Approval from Barbados Central Bank
After an 8-month long review, Bitt Digital Inc. has finally exited the rigorous Regulatory Sandbox of the Central Bank of Barbados and the Financial Services Commission. The process was successfully completed on July 5, 2019, making the company the first to achieve this almost insurmountable feat. Part of the tests offered by the Sandbox to […] дальше »
2019-7-16 18:50
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Libra: Japan Creates Group Ahead of the G7 Summit with Nation’s Central Bank, FSA and Ministry of Finance
Asian giant Japan has set up a committee to look into the potential of the new Facebook’ s cryptocurrency project, called Libra, especially in the area of banking, finances and its ability to cripple a struggling economy if not properly tackled. дальше »
2019-7-15 20:55
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UK Government to Focus on Crypto Asset Space as Part of New Financial Crime Clampdown Plan
Because it’s mostly untraceable and irreversible, cryptocurrency is still the number one choice for criminals to carry out or hide criminal activity or ill-gotten gains. The last few weeks have seen a slowly increasing number of cities in the U. дальше »
2019-7-15 20:29
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BitFunder CEO Will Go to Jail for Over 1 Year Due to Securities Fraud for WeExchange Involvement
Jon Montroll, the former CEO of WeExchange and BitFunder, is going to prison for 14 months now that he has been judged as guilty by the New York justice. He was condemned for obstruction of justice and securities fraud. дальше »
2019-7-13 00:29
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IRS Could Subpoena Tech Companies Due To Unreported Crypto Holdings, Practice Savvy Wallet Training
The U. S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) could take further actions in order to tackle unreported crypto holdings individuals have. This is according to a slide deck presentation that was unveiled at an IRS cyber training session and revealed by CoinDesk. дальше »
2019-7-13 00:06
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Ex-Digital Marketing Company Executive at StyleHaul Charged With Spending $22 Million Wrongfully
Dennis Blieden, a former executive who worked at StyleHaul, a company focused on digital marketing, has been charged with embezzlement. According to the prosecution, he was guilty of embezzling around $22 million USD when he worked on the company. дальше »
2019-7-13 23:50
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US Senate Committee Of Science, Commerce And Transportation Passes Blockchain Promotion Act
The US Senate is making positive progress on a crucial piece of legislation that will lay the ground for a regulatory framework for blockchain technology and how the government can benefit from the technology. дальше »
2019-7-12 20:59
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Critics Say Political Crypto Fund Donations Are Not Ideal Due To Not Being Very Practical
Critics Say Political Crypto Donations Are Not Practical Democratic presidential candidate Eric Swalwell withdrew his candidature from the 2020 Presidential run. However, that was not a cause of big surprise or something that would have made it to the headlines, the main reason for so much hype around Swalwell's withdrawal is mainly because he was […] дальше »
2019-7-12 17:29
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SEC Officially Gives Props Crypto Token the Greenlight as YouNow and XSplit Users to Benefit
After a very prolonged period of uncertainty about regulations as they relate to the cryptocurrency sector, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially approved two tokens and designated them both as Reg A+. дальше »
2019-7-12 17:15
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Japanese Crypto Exchange Bitpoint Loses $32 Million In Hack; BTC, BCH, ETH, LTC, and XRP Stolen
The hacking attempts at cryptocurrency exchanges are becoming more and more prevalent as yet another exchange lost over $32 million USD worth of cryptocurrency funds. The hack on Japan’s BitPoint led to the indefinite closure of withdrawal, deposit and trading services on the platform leading to several questions on the security of the exchange. This […] дальше »
2019-7-12 16:38
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Bitcoin ATMs Expose Loopholes in EU’s Anti-Money Laundering Laws, Claims Spanish Police
In an effort by Spanish law enforcement agencies to nail a criminal gang that has been utilizing Bitcoin ATMs to send about $10 million to drug dealers in Colombia and other nations, has exposed the glaring loopholes that exist in the EU's anti-money laundering laws. дальше »
2019-7-12 00:59
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Texas Court Fines Schemers Nearly $400,000 for Impersonating the CFTC and Fake BTC Mining Gig
In a development in Texas, the federal court has fined two convicts a total of $360,000 USD in respect to solicitation of funds from the public over a fraudulent scheme. The amount raised from the public investors since January 2017 is yet to be revealed. дальше »
2019-7-12 00:50
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