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Kentucky Governor Signs Two Bills to Provide Tax Breaks to Crypto Mining into Law
Two bills relating to the taxation of the commercial mining of cryptocurrency have been signed into law this week by the Kentucky governor. As per the bill, a new section of KRS 139 has been created, which defines various terms relating to commercial mining of cryptocurrency using blockchain technology and provide sales and use tax […] The post Kentucky Governor Signs Two Bills to Provide Tax Breaks to Crypto Mining into Law first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-3-27 17:17
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BitClout Founder Sued for Infringing on the Privacy of High Ranking Twitter Individuals
Rising crypto-powered social network, BitClout founder hit with a cease and desist order. The post BitClout Founder Sued for Infringing on the Privacy of High Ranking Twitter Individuals first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-3-24 19:40
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Central Bank of Nigeria Never Banned Cryptocurrency Trading, Clarifies Governor
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) said they never banned the use of cryptocurrencies in the country, and they are not discouraging people from trading with crypto assets either. The clarification came from Godwin Emefiele, deputy governor Adamu Lamtek, on behalf of Godwin Emefiele, the governor of the central bank, at the 30th seminar for […] The post Central Bank of Nigeria Never Banned Cryptocurrency Trading, Clarifies Governor first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-3-22 16:21
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South Korean Regulators Want Crypto Businesses to Report Transaction Info or Face Jail Time
Establishing this law is part of the new wave of regulation in South Korea to operate crypto businesses transparently. Existing firms will have six months to comply with the rules or face strict penalties. дальше »
2021-3-19 00:07
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EU Regulators Warn Investors About the High Risks of Investing In Cryptocurrencies
Top Market regulators in Europe have warned investors about the increasing high risks associated with crypto investing. The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) gave this warning in its latest report on Trends, Risks, and Vulnerabilities published on Wednesday. дальше »
2021-3-19 21:28
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Bank of Thailand Declares Terra-based Thai Baht Stablecoin THT Illegal & In Violation of Currency Act
The Bank of Thailand (BoT) has declared THT, a Baht-pegged stablecoin on Luna-powered Tera, in violation of the Currency Act of 1958, which gives the state exclusive authority to issue money. Pruettipong Srimachand, Assistant Governor of the Legal Group at the central bank, reported on the development around stablecoins in the private sector. дальше »
2021-3-18 19:31
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Ireland’s Apex Bank Extends AML Guidelines to Cryptocurrency Sector; Stripping Ability to Trade Anonymously
There will be no more anonymous trading for cryptocurrency traders in Ireland as the country ushers in new regulations that would change the crypto landscape. Cryptocurrency firms now have to register with the central bank and institute anti-money laundering (AML) guidelines or close shop. дальше »
2021-3-18 17:24
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Swiss Regulator, FINMA, Denies Bitcoin Suisse Banking License Application
The financial watchdog of Switzerland Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) has turned down Bitcoin Suisse’s application for a banking license. AML Weaknesses Sees Bitcoin Suisse Miss Out On Banking License According to the Swiss regulator, Bitcoin Suisse AG is not eligible for approval following a string of concerns. дальше »
2021-3-18 20:50
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Crypto Firms Raise Concerns Over FCA Registration Delay, Seeks HM Exchequer’s Intervention
Crypto firms in the United Kingdom have raised concerns over the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) delay in registering their businesses. This was made known by CryptoUK, a trade body launched in 2018 that represents over 50 businesses in the crypto-asset industry. дальше »
2021-3-16 19:04
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India To Criminalize Private Crypto Ownership Despite Community Outcry
According to a senior government official familiar with the situation, the Indian government is working on legislation that will see private ownership of cryptocurrencies criminalized. India’s Crypto Ban Is Still On Course In a Reuters report published on Monday, an unnamed government official said the legislation banning cryptocurrencies in the country is in its final […] The post India To Criminalize Private Crypto Ownership Despite Community Outcry first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-3-15 19:40
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Senate Committee Approves Wyoming Bill; One Step Closer to Giving DAO Legal Standing
Wyoming ranks as one of the most forward-thinking states in developing and improving legislation on a blockchain. Once again, the state aims to make history in this regard as the Senate committee approved a bill recognizing decentralized autonomous organizations, or popularly known as DAOs, as companies. дальше »
2021-3-12 22:02
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South Korea Revises Penalties to Strengthen KYC/AML Compliance Across Crypto Exchanges
The laws will come into effect on March 25, a statement reads. The post South Korea Revises Penalties to Strengthen KYC/AML Compliance Across Crypto Exchanges first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-3-12 19:32
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Congress Tells SEC & CFTC to Form a Joint Digital Asset Working Group to Promote Innovation
The legislation ‘Eliminate Barriers to Innovation Act of 2021’ is expected to bring clarity and transparency to the cryptocurrency industry. The post Congress Tells SEC & CFTC to Form a Joint Digital Asset Working Group to Promote Innovation first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-3-10 18:28
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South African Crypto Firms Threaten To Leave Amid Regulatory Uncertainty
The arrival of crypto-assets in Africa was seen as the end of financial exclusion in a continent that has remained in the dark ages for so long. With cryptocurrencies making it possible for retail investors to dictate how they spend their money and what they get in return, the continent quickly embraced the industry. дальше »
2021-3-10 20:19
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IRS Rolls Out ‘Operation Hidden Treasure’ to Find Crypto Evators Creating Tax Fraud
The United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is looking to enforce cryptocurrency tax compliance with its recent initiative. “Operation Hidden Treasure” Is Not A Fun Game The IRS will be coming down hard on those who under-report their crypto gains in their tax forms, Forbes reports. дальше »
2021-3-10 18:47
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Indian Crypto Industry Bullish on Finance Minister Ensuring a ‘Very Calibrated’ Approach to Regulation
“We are not closing our minds,” Nirmala Sitharaman said, "The world is moving fast on technology; we can't pretend that we don't want it.” The post Indian Crypto Industry Bullish on Finance Minister Ensuring a ‘Very Calibrated’ Approach to Regulation first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-3-9 18:47
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Crypto Exchange Bybit Suspends Trading for UK Customers Due to FCA Derivatives Ban
Crypto exchange platform Bybit is set to cease operations for UK-based customers citing the recent regulations issued by the regulator in regards to crypto derivatives. In an official announcement, the firm stated that it would end its services to UK customers on March 31. дальше »
2021-3-7 23:14
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CFTC Commissioner Heath Tarbert Announces Departure From Office
After a successful 18-month tenure in office, Heath Tarbert is set to step down from his role as commissioner of the Commodities Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) on Friday. Tarbert announced his departure in a tweet published on Wednesday, where he thanked his colleagues for the wonderful time spent. дальше »
2021-3-5 21:12
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Kentucky Legislators Approve A Bill To Offer Tax Breaks For Crypto Miners
After a 19 to 2 vote, Kentucky legislators voted in favor of a bill likely to attract crypto miners to the state. On Tuesday Kentucky House budget committee okayed House Bill 230, which proposes tax breaks to crypto mining businesses that open their shop in the state of Kentucky. дальше »
2021-3-4 21:28
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IRS Changes Tax Requirements; Purchasing Crypto with Fiat (USD) Doesn’t Need to be Reported
If a person has purchased cryptocurrencies with USD, such a transaction is not reportable to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), clarifies the updated FAQ on Virtual Currency Transactions on the official website. дальше »
2021-3-4 21:08
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UK Treasury-Ordered Report Calls for A 5 Point Plan; Includes FinTech Fund & Crypto Regulation
Treasury report based on the U. K. fintech, concludes govt needs to run a specific regime for Crypto-asset's regulations and control. U. K. chancellor, Rishi Sunak, triggered that review back in March 2020, under Ron Khalifa's supervision (former WorldPay boss). дальше »
2021-2-28 17:49
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State of Wyoming Drafts Bill to Develop a Blockchain-Based Commercial Filing System
Wyoming's blockchain-friendly state drafts a bill to launch a commercial filing system update built on blockchain technology. The bill aims to authorize the secretary of state to develop and implement a system for company filings on distributed ledgers. дальше »
2021-2-27 21:13
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Thailand SEC Plans to Introduce New Rule on Crypto Trading as Young Investors Rush In
In January, the trading on the nation’s licensed exchanges tripled from the previous month. With very young investors involved, students and teenagers, regulators will be revealing new proposed rules this week. дальше »
2021-2-23 21:30
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European Central Bank (ECB) Demands Power to Shut Down Private Stablecoins, Like Diem, in the EU
The European Central Bank finally tables its official opinion regarding crypto regulations to the top decision-making again, European Commission. In their official opinion, the ECB now wants the EU members of parliament to grant its veto powers regarding the legal status of stablecoins such as Facebook-supported-Diem. дальше »
2021-2-23 21:11
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SEC Delists Long Blockchain Corp for Failing to File Financial Reports
US regulators have delisted Long Blockchain Corp. , the former iced-tea company after it failed to file financial reports for years. The company was previously known as Long Island Iced Tea Corp. дальше »
2021-2-23 20:25
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Indian Securities Regulator to Restrict IPO Promoters from Holding Bitcoin: Report
India’s securities regulator is reported to be working on barring all IPO organizers from holding cryptocurrencies. This is another statement move from the government following its cryptocurrency ban. дальше »
2021-2-23 20:26
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Russian Legislators Advance the Crypto Tax Bill Recognizing Digital Assets as Property
The world’s largest country is moving closer to setting up crypto taxation laws after the lower representative house. State Duma passed the first reading on the draft bill affecting digital assets. дальше »
2021-2-19 21:55
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Booming Crypto Market has Thai SEC Setting Registration Deadline For Digital Asset Managers
The Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will also hold hearings this month to set guidance for crypto exchanges to protect retail investors. The post Booming Crypto Market has Thai SEC Setting Registration Deadline For Digital Asset Managers first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-2-16 23:27
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Global Digital Finance Warns Hong Kong’s Proposed Rule Will Send Crypto Investors to Unregulated Exchanges
Recently, the crypto industry players in Hong Kong have focused on fighting a proposed law that limits crypto trading only to professional investors, which will practically see about 93% of the populace locked out of the crypto market. дальше »
2021-2-16 21:20
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Iowa Senate Introduces Blockchain Bill to Regulate Smart Contracts as Law
Iowa is the latest state in the U. S. to introduce a bill targeting blockchain technology and smart contracts. The bill aims to level the playing field between smart contracts and traditional contracts. дальше »
2021-2-13 22:45
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Massachusetts Regulators Seek Testimony of GameStop Cheerleader ‘Roaring Kitty’ Over $48M Score
The GameStop saga shook big-shot wall street traders when it happened. U. S regulators are now trying to get some answers. To get them started, they're hoping to learn more from the man that might have started the channel behind the event. дальше »
2021-2-13 22:04
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Nigerian Senate Invites Financial Regulators To Discuss Crypto Ban
An Outright Ban Won’t Solve Much Nigerian lawmakers have summoned the country's Central Bank Governor and the head of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Nigerian Tribune reports. The decision came following a session concerning the recent crypto ban that was announced by the Central Bank last week. дальше »
2021-2-12 17:39
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Indian Government’s Cryptocurrency Ban Looms; Tells Investors to Transition Out of Bitcoin
The Indian government appears to be focused on its mission to eradicate cryptocurrencies from the country. However, a new report sheds some light on its approach to phasing out digital assets, explaining that the ban will follow a transition period. дальше »
2021-2-12 16:30
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French Regulator Proposes New Regulations And Pilot Programs For Blockchains & Crypto
A leading French financial regulator calls for accelerated focus and development of new crypto regulations around emerging technologies (blockchain, crypto, AI, and data) across the EU. The post French Regulator Proposes New Regulations And Pilot Programs For Blockchains & Crypto first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-2-11 00:02
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G7 Leaders to Focus on CBDC’s & Digital Asset Taxation at Next Week’s Meeting
State-Backed Assets Take the Spotlight Again The next G7 meeting will kick off on February 12 and it would include a dedicated session on CBDCs, Reuters reports. Quoting Japanese Finance Minister Taro Aso, the news source explained that the G7 meeting would feature the world’s top economies discussing ways to bounce back from the coronavirus’ […] The post G7 Leaders to Focus on CBDC’s & Digital Asset Taxation at Next Week’s Meeting first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-2-10 23:31
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Indian Crypto Industry Reacts as Government Presents Bill to Ban Digital Assets
Sadly, this year has come with a jolt of reality, showing that all the progress of 2020 was essentially fruitless. Yes to a CBDC, No to Private Cryptos Earlier this year, the Lok Sabha Bulletin confirmed that the Indian government had introduced a new draft regulation that will see the country ban all private cryptocurrencies […] The post Indian Crypto Industry Reacts as Government Presents Bill to Ban Digital Assets first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-2-9 20:16
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South African Tax Regulators Shift Focus To Crypto; Sends Out Audit Requests
According to local news firm, Broadband, SARS sent out audit requests to taxpayers asking them to disclose their cryptocurrency trades and purchases. This was confirmed by Tax Consulting South Africa, which has recently been approached by a number of taxpayers on the issue. дальше »
2021-2-6 20:36
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EU Watchdog Monitoring Accelerating Retail Trading in Traditional and Cryptocurrency Market; May Even Step In
ESMA chair Steven Maijoor said the new retail activity is concentrated in young investors and “speculative.” The post EU Watchdog Monitoring Accelerating Retail Trading in Traditional and Cryptocurrency Market; May Even Step In first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-2-6 18:05
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Majority of Countries Need far Clearer Tax Guidance on Crypto Staking: US Library of Congress
While there have been some impressive progress in the furthering relationship between cryptocurrencies and state governments, there is still a ways to go. According to the United States' Library of Congress, this assessment published a thorough 124-page report this month. дальше »
2021-2-5 21:30
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Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis, a Bitcoiner, to Serve on Banking Committee
Through her role, Lummis will work on ensuring “that regulation of digital assets are structured to encourage innovation, instead of stifling it.” The post Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis, a Bitcoiner, to Serve on Banking Committee first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-2-4 16:41
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New Blockchain-Era of Finance for Switzerland; Phase One of Sweeping Crypto Reforms Rolls Out
For many years, Switzerland has rapidly embraced both blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies, hosting a large number of companies in and around Zurich, for example. As of Monday this week, a new era of blockchain finance is ushered in across Switzerland. дальше »
2021-2-2 21:13
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India Proposes Bill to Ban “Private” Crypto’s and Introduce a CBDC, But No Need to Panic
The proposed bill is yet to be presented, and WazirX CEO says they have “been preparing for this” and “pushing for regulations.” The post India Proposes Bill to Ban “Private” Crypto’s and Introduce a CBDC, But No Need to Panic first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-1-31 17:28
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New Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) Suspends Brian Brooks’ ‘Fair Access’ Banking Rule
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has suspended the previous administration’s financial inclusion rule which seeks to protect firms from being deplatformed by banks. The post New Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) Suspends Brian Brooks’ ‘Fair Access’ Banking Rule first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-1-30 18:22
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Bitonic Exchange Sues Dutch Central Bank Over Controversial Crypto Wallet Verification Law
De Nederlandsche Bank, DNB, came up with a policy in November 2019 requiring crypto exchanges to ensure that their clients adhere to strict Know Your Customer procedures. The new policy comprises verification procedures for withdrawal wallets that Bitonic is terming as an unnecessary and unwarranted nuisance. дальше »
2021-1-28 21:55
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South Africa’s Primary Financial Regulator Proposes New Crypto Regulations In The Country
Reports from Bloomberg confirms that South Africa’s primary financial regulator, Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), is planning to regulate cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin. дальше »
2021-1-28 20:50
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Philippines’ Central Bank Issues New Guidelines to Curtail Money Laundering Among Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs)
Local Philippines news source, the Philippine Daily Enquirer, has reported this week that the country's central bank now requires Crypto financial service firms to be fully licensed with the BSP. дальше »
2021-1-27 23:25
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US Senate Confirms Janet Yellen as Treasury Secretary; What Does This Mean for Crypto?
The U. S Senate has confirmed Janet Yellen on Monday as the Treasury Secretary in the newly inaugurated Biden administration with an overwhelming 84-15 vote. She takes over this position from Steven Mnuchin, who served in the Trump administration and left office last week following Biden’s inauguration. дальше »
2021-1-27 22:29
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BoE Gov: Public Interest Lies in Privacy, But Crypto’s Are Not A ‘Lasting Digital Currency’
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey has no love lost for Bitcoin and believes the days of cryptocurrencies are numbered. Speaking on a panel about digital currencies at the Davos-based World Economic Forum on Monday, Bailey said, “Have we landed on what I would call the design, governance, and arrangements for what I might call a […] The post BoE Gov: Public Interest Lies in Privacy, But Crypto’s Are Not A ‘Lasting Digital Currency’ first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide. дальше »
2021-1-26 18:25
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Japanese Police Arrest 30 Suspects, Allegedly Involved in 2018’s $530M Coincheck Hack
Japanese police have made progress on the Coincheck hack investigations, having recently identified 30 individuals that might have been involved. According to Nikkei Asia, which broke the news, the authorities have arrested some of the alleged hack suspects or referred their cases to the local prosecutors’ office. дальше »
2021-1-22 20:15
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CFTC’s Heath Tarbert Steps Down as Chairman; Called ETH a Commodity in 2019
Heath Tarbert has made good on his promise to step down as the Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) early this year. In a press release on Thursday afternoon, Tarbert announced his resignation from the agency, in light of the incoming Biden administration. дальше »
2021-1-22 19:08
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