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North Carolina Congressman Talks About the Crypto Tax Fairness Act and Virtual Value Tax Fix Bills
Ted Budd, a congressman from the state of North Carolina, has recently spoken at the House Ways and Means Committee. There, he defended the blockchain technology and highlighted two bills which he is hoping that will be able to gather some bipartisan support in order to be approved. These bills are the Virtual Value Tax […] дальше »
2019-6-7 04:44
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Funds Belonging to Controversial Brazilian Crypto Firm Grupo Bitcoin Banco Frozen by Local Court
GBB recently fell victim to a hacking scandal that saw the firm lose nearly $13 million via double spend-type attacks. As part of GBBs recovery efforts, the company has closed down a total of 2,568 suspicious accounts. дальше »
2019-6-6 17:10
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Longfin’s Stock Price Rose After “Crypto Pivot” Announcement, Gets Charged With Fraud by the SEC
Longfin Corp. and its CEO Venkata Meenavalli were recently accused of fraud by the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). According to the SEC filing, the company committed fraud because it lied when it affirmed that it had way more revenue than it actually had at the time. This impacted the price of its […] дальше »
2019-6-6 04:18
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Bitcoin Traders in Japan to See More Government Interference For $93 Million in Undisclosed Revenue
There are more than a few countries in the world where cryptocurrency is largely frowned at. China, for example, isn’t the most receptive to crypto as the government not only openly condemns it but also tries to pass laws that ensure that the growth of the cryptocurrency sector is as stifled as possible. Even though […] дальше »
2019-6-6 23:33
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EU Requests Malta to Increase AML Levels to Match The Growth of The Cryptocurrency Market
Malta, one of the most friendly jurisdictions for Bitcoin (BTC), cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology, is currently being questioned by the European Union (EU) for its friendly KYC and AML policies it has. дальше »
2019-6-6 23:09
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Tax Evasion: Belarus Regulatory Chief Concerned about the Role of Cryptocurrency
The regulatory body in Belarus are concerned about the role cryptocurrency is playing in tax evasion in the country. Local news outlet TUT.by reported on June 4. The Chief of the regulatory agency in Belarus, Aleksandr Konyuk expressed his concern at the International Prosecutors Association’s regional conference hosted in Belarus. The chief prosecutor stated that […] дальше »
2019-6-6 23:01
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Three New Crypto Exchanges Accepted by the Malaysian Securities Commission (SC)
Three New Crypto Exchanges Registered by the Malaysian Securities Commission (SC) As per an all-new press-release issued by the Securities Commission of Malaysia (SC) earlier today, three new cryptocurrency exchange platforms — Luno Malaysia, Sinegy Technologies and Tokenize Technology — have been given permission to operate within the nation’s borders. For those of our readers […] дальше »
2019-6-6 22:34
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SEC’s Hester Peirce Urges the Crypto Community to Guide Them: “Come In and Hold our Hands”
Since the introduction of digital currency around the globe, its acceptance and use among the crypto community has continued to grow on a much wider scale with each passing day. However though there have been recent hiccups most specifically with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) which is an independent regulatory agency of the United […] дальше »
2019-6-5 19:45
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Judge Encourages “Digital Assets” to Be Included with Russian Civil Law
A judge and a local official spoke in favor of including the term “digital assets” in Russian Civil Law. Russia has still not established clear cryptocurrency legislation, due to delays regarding the terminology involved. дальше »
2019-6-5 12:57
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SEC Charges Kik (KIN) for Running Unregistered ICO, Could Clarify Crypto Regulations
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission announced today that it is suing Kik Interactive Inc. for conducting an illegal $100 million ICO. We are excited to finally get the clarity we all need. дальше »
2019-6-5 22:48
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SEC FinTech Forum Provides Fruitful Insights As Community Acknowledges Agency’s Blockchain Intel
SEC Blockchain Forum Surprises On May 31, 2019, the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) held its First Fintech Forum at its headquarters in Washington D. C. and hosted by the SEC Strategic Hub for Innovation and Financial Technology (“FinHub”). дальше »
2019-6-4 22:09
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No Jail Time For Silk Road 2 (SR2) Operator As Many Question Ross Ulbricht’s Ruling In Comparison
No Prison Time For Silk Road 2 Admin, Blake Benthall, Disparity In Ross Ulbricht Sentencing The creator of the darknet marketplace Silk Road (SR), Ross Ulbricht, is currently serving a double life sentence for the role he played in SR with no chance of parole. дальше »
2019-6-3 21:43
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Jay Clayton and Crypto Mom Urge SEC to Keep an Open Mind About New Technologies
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is having its first FinTech Forum at the agency’s headquarters in Washington, D. C. , where they discussed a range of issues related to digital assets and distributed ledger technology (DLT). дальше »
2019-6-2 20:45
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Top OneCoin Leader Pleads Not Guilty to DOJ for Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud
On May 28th, Konstantin Ignatov attended the preliminary hearing after the Department of Justice (DOJ) had charged him with conspiracy to commit wire fraud in March. Ignatov was charged for his role as the leader on the OneCoin Ponzi scheme. дальше »
2019-6-1 21:30
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International Organization of Securities Commission Looks to the Public Crypto Regulation Suggestions
Determining the best way to regulate the cryptocurrency industry has been a goal of multiple jurisdictions around the world. Now, the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) has published a recent consultation paper on the matter, which was published on May 28th. дальше »
2019-6-1 01:23
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FCA Cautions Against Sketchy CFDPremium Scam to United Kingdom Investors
The U. K. ’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), one of the most important financial regulators in the country, has decided to warn the local investors against a new company called CFDPremium, which is targeting U. дальше »
2019-6-1 00:55
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Japan Skeptical of Bitcoin ETF Approval Despite Persuasion from Local Politician
Japanese Financial Services Agency (FSA) like the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has expressed reservations on the approval of a crypto-based Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF). the major reason cited by the FSA is the problem of volatility which characterizes the cryptocurrency market. дальше »
2019-5-31 02:31
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US Immigration and Customs Enforcement Nab Darknet Fentanyl Dealer Due to Bitcoin Use
A 51-year-old drug dealer is believed to have been selling fentanyl — a highly addictive opioid substance — to his clients in return for Bitcoin and other digital assets. As per a statement released by the US I. дальше »
2019-5-30 18:41
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Congress Members Urge Trump’s US National Economic Council to Promote the Use of Blockchain
On Friday, May 24, 2019, Members of Congress formed an alliance in writing a bipartisan letter focused towards the Director of National Economic Council, Larry Kudlow. The letter, which was namely led Representatives Trey Hollingsworth and Darren Soto, discussed the need to promote blockchain technology and how it has the ability to do wonders across […] дальше »
2019-5-29 22:30
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Notorious Crypto Pyramid Creator With Over 300 Fraud Cases Nabbed By Russian Police
Crypto Pyramid Creator With Over 300 Fraud Cases Nabbed By Russian Police The Russian Police has arrested the creator of a crypto pyramid scheme. Accused of defrauding investors through his scam scheme, the pyramid creator the country’s ministry of internal affairs reports that he has over 300 fraud cases leveled against him. The scammer who […] дальше »
2019-5-29 22:02
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A Preview of Countries’ Crypto Regulatory Outlook Heading into the G20 Summit and What’s Next
The G-20 countries are gearing up for the upcoming G-20 summit, and the main aim of the upcoming event will be largely focused towards implementing unified crypto regulations set by intergovernmental organizations such as the Financial Action Task Force. дальше »
2019-5-29 18:54
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Vague, Contradictory Crypto Asset Regulations in the United States Risk Top-Tier Innovation to Faulter
The unclear and conflicting regulations on crypto assets are causing great dissension amongst the cryptocurrency companies operating in the United States. It is feared that unless these financial laws are amended and updated, there will be an exodus of highly talented individuals to countries where the regulations offer a friendlier climate to operate in. Whilst […] дальше »
2019-5-29 18:29
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South Korean Establishes a Pan-Governmental Gathering to Address Growing Crypto Interest
A pan-governmental meeting was made in South Korea recently in order to monitor more closely the crypto market of the country. According to reports from KBS World Radio, a local broadcasting station in the country, one of the reasons why the meeting was proposed was to discuss the market after the prices of crypto started […] дальше »
2019-5-29 08:33
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Financial Regulators in Germany Have Received Zero Cryptocurrency Fraud Compliants To-Date
The financial regulatory authority of Germany claims that it has no knowledge of “Cyber Incidents” or market manipulation on trading platforms in the country. This is according to a recently uploaded press release on May 28. дальше »
2019-5-29 01:18
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New Central Bank Of Egypt (CBE) Law To License Crypto Trading And Issuing Business Activities
Egyptian Bill To License Crypto-Trading, Activities Through Central Bank underway The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) is keen to start regulating the cryptocurrency sphere in the country. Local media reported that the draft of the bill proposes a license policy for all major cryptocurrency related activities within Egypt. The bill currently in the approval process […] дальше »
2019-5-28 21:07
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South Korean Government Works On Blockchain Regulations Due To A Growing Crypto Market
South Korean Government Works On Crypto Regulations Due To A Growing Crypto Market South Korea, one of the most active countries in the crypto market, could be working on new regulations for the cryptocurrency market as it continues to expand. дальше »
2019-5-28 20:54
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Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM): “Crypto Assets Cannot be Used as Legal Tender”, No MWK Replacement
A number of independent studies published recently have shown that there has been a growing interest from the Malawian population in regards to cryptocurrencies (such as Bitcoin, Ethereum) and its associated offerings. дальше »
2019-5-28 17:18
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Supreme Court Advocate Shares His Views on Creating Fruitful Legal Cryptocurrency Rules in India
N. S. Nappinai, an Indian Supreme Court advocate has come up with suggestions that can help in regulating cryptocurrencies and digital asset in India. She says that the right regulatory framework should be devised in a way that promises transparency, oversight, and accountability. дальше »
2019-5-24 19:33
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Anti-Money Laundering Efforts in Japan Become More Aggressive Towards Bitcoin
Japan is tightening their anti-money laundering efforts to go after Bitcoin exchanges. Russian and Dutch governments are also becoming restrictive in their cryptocurrency regulations, particularly involving money laundering efforts. дальше »
2019-5-23 17:06
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A $200 Million Crypto Mixing Service, Bestmixer, is Shut Down By Europol
One of the largest coin mixers of the crypto market has been shut down by an operation led by the police of Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Europol. Bestmixer, known as one of the three main crypto tumblers in the market, was shut down today. If you do not know that a crypto mixer or tumbler […] дальше »
2019-5-23 01:53
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Russia’s Central Bank Expects Crypto Draft Bill ‘On Digital Financial Assets’ to Be Adopted Soon
The Central Bank of Russia has recently emitted a report affirming that the draft bill on crypto regulation is currently being prepared and that it will be adopted until the Spring of this year. Russia is a major cryptocurrency market but it still struggles with the lack of proper regulation, so this is a major […] дальше »
2019-5-23 01:23
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Bitcoin Is An Asset, Not A Currency, According To Israeli Courts Regarding Crypto Tax Legal Case
Bitcoin Is An Asset, Not A Currency, According To Israeli Courts In Israel, a court ruled that Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are considered assets, rather than currencies. Founder of DAV. Network will be forced to pay over $830,000 in taxes from his revenue incurred between 2011 and 2013. дальше »
2019-5-22 22:08
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Brazil Halts Breaks on $200 Million Crypto Ponzi Scheme Operation Egypto Who Scammed 55K Investors
Brazil has taken drastic action against a fraudulent cryptocurrency pyramid scheme by shutting down its operation in the country. The pyramid scheme which is worth 850 million reals equivalent to $210 million promises a return of 15% after the first month of investment in the scheme. дальше »
2019-5-22 21:25
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FATF Orders Lawmakers To Expand Crypto Terminology On Federal Bill, Delays Adoption Of Regulations
FATF Orders Lawmakers To Expand Crypto Terminology On Federal Bill, Holding Up Adoption Of Regulations Adoption of cryptocurrency regulations has been postponed in Russia. FATF requires the terminology be changed to reflect major industry phrases like “Bitcoin” and “cryptocurrency. дальше »
2019-5-21 22:12
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Senior Russian Security Director: Global Terrorist Groups Are Increasingly Using Cryptos
Senior Russian Official: Terrorist Groups Are Increasingly Using Cryptos Ever since cryptocurrencies started to become more mainstream, a lot of people have claimed that they would be used by terrorists, something that is currently not happening a lot, despite the fact that several groups have at least tried to receive crypto investments. Now, Alexandre Bortnikov, […] дальше »
2019-5-21 22:06
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Police Arrest Crypto Entrepreneur For Allegedly Conducting Fraudulent Activities To The Tune Of $25 Million
Police Arrest Cryptocurrency Entrepreneur After Allegedly Conducting Fraudulent Activities According to a recent report released by De Gelderlander, Dutch police have arrested a former entrepreneur after allegedly conducting fraudulent activities. дальше »
2019-5-21 21:28
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Senior Russian Parliament Member Warns Against Crypto Asset Use, Alleges They Can Ruin Governments
Nikolai Arefiev, a Parliament member of the Communist Party in Russia, says crypto use could threaten governments. Russia has still not implemented any regulations for the crypto industry, as it is not a priority. дальше »
2019-5-21 02:30
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Prominent Lawyer Talks About FLiK Case Development As Rapper TI is Sued for Token Promotion
A prominent U. S.-based lawyer, Stephen Palley, who works at Anderson Kill, has recently decided to talk about the FLiK token, a court case that is happening right now. Unlike most of the tokens which are being talked about in the crypto space today, FLiK was backed by a celebrity, which is one of the […] дальше »
2019-5-21 22:32
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DOJ Demands Diamond Reserve Club and REcoin ICO Fraudste Must Serve Roughly 3 Years in Jail
It has been recently revealed that an Initial Coin Offering (ICO) fraudster case has made its way to the US court. In particular, the Founder of the proclaimed crypto projects, REcoin and Diamond Reserve Club, Maksim Zaslavskiy pleaded guilty for having committed fraud reports Decrypt Media. дальше »
2019-5-18 21:09
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Centra Tech ICO Lawsuit Worth $32 Million Removes DJ Khaled, Floyd Mayweather As Defendants
Centra Tech ICO Lawsuit Removes DJ Khaled And Floyd Mayweather As Defendants Centra Tech lawsuit dismisses multiple parties from being held responsible, including Floyd Mayweather, DJ Khaled, the CTO of Centra Tech, and the Director of PR for Centra Tech. дальше »
2019-5-18 20:47
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Is OneCoin a Hybrid Ponzi-Pyramid Scheme? Crypto Company Says It Fits Neither
OneCoin cryptocurrency investment project has responded to widespread allegations going on in and around the cryptocurrency world that the project is nothing but a pyramid scheme. The firm laid the issue to rest once and for all saying that it does not fit the narrow definition of a bitcoin ponzi scheme. According to a report […] дальше »
2019-5-18 01:23
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Crypto Lobbying Groups Urges Reserve Bank Of India to Reconsider The Bitcoin Ban
India tech industry lobby associations and founders of startups have asked India’s banking regulator to incorporate crypto assets in its suggested regulatory sandbox framework for the fintech industry. дальше »
2019-5-17 02:47
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Bitcoin Slips in Popularity So Regulation Is Not a Priority For Russia Anymore, Prime Minister Affirms
When Bitcoin emerged as one of the hottest assets in the world in 2017, the world started to be concerned about how to regulate cryptocurrencies. Unfortunately, though, most countries have been dragging their feet somehow. дальше »
2019-5-17 01:44
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Indian Central Bank Being Pushed to Include Crypto in its Regulatory Sandbox
NASSCOM: Including crypto would help RBI develop a better understanding of risks Payments Council of India says crypto should be a part of the sandbox as there is no outright bank Technology industry lobby groups along with startup founders are asking the banking regulator, Reserve bank of India to include cryptocurrency in its proposed regulatory […] дальше »
2019-5-16 20:28
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SEC Senior Official Talks About the Dynamic Nature in Which Securities Laws Operate Under
A senior office holder at the United States Securities regulator has made a noteworthy statement concerning securities laws on May 13 at the Consensus 2019, saying that securities laws are “written to be dynamic. дальше »
2019-5-15 06:35
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Dubai Court Rejects Appeal For Imposing Harder Sentences on Crypto Scammers
Prosecutors that were seeking to impose harsher sentences to a group of crypto scammers have seen their request rejected by a court. The fraudsters were able to steal funds to a Chinese businessman in an online investment proposal. дальше »
2019-5-15 06:20
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US Rep. Brad Sherman Wants to Ban Crypto Purchases, But One Presidential Candidate Disagrees
Former Congressman and current presidential candidate Ron Paul disagrees with possible ban on cryptocurrency purchases. Paul says the best approach to cryptocurrency is a light-handed one. With cryptocurrency being such a hot topic in multiple entities of the government today, decisions need to be made soon. дальше »
2019-5-14 04:06
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Crypto Asset Investor Receives $75.8 Million in SIM Swapping Case in California Superior Court
In the United States, the crypto investor Michael Terpin won $75. 8 million in a civil case against Nicholas Truglia, who defrauded him of crypto assets. The information was reported by Reuters on May 10. дальше »
2019-5-12 19:20
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Winners and Losers of the FinCEN’s New Guidance for Cryptocurrencies
Winners: Non-custodial wallet providers, open finance platform, blockchain developers, anonymizing software providers, & most traders Losers: peer-to-peer traders & arbitrageurs, ICO, & crypto ATM providers Winner & Losers both: DApps & DApp developers Neither Winners nor Losers: Lightning node operators The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the US issued new guidance documents addressing cryptocurrencies. […] дальше »
2019-5-11 18:50
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FinCen Reveals Regulatory Document, Crypto Community Shares Divided Feedback About It
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, also known as FinCen, has just decided o issue a new guide on the “Application of FinCEN’s Regulations to Certain Business Models Involving Convertible Virtual Currencies”. дальше »
2019-5-11 02:30
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