Japan eyes stricter crypto rules targeting insider trading: report

Japan’s financial regulator is reportedly set to redefine crypto under financial law, subjecting it to new compliance requirements. Japan might be preparing to classify cryptocurrencies as financial products in a move to target insider trading, Nikkei has learned. The country’s… дальше »

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South Korea sees crypto investors top 16 million: report

According to data submitted to Rep. Cha Gyu-geun of the Rebuilding Korea Party, South Korea’s cryptocurrency investors reached 16. 29 million as of February. This figure represents nearly 32% of the country’s population. дальше »

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New Legislation Introduced in Panama to Turn the Country into a Crypto Hub

Key Takeaways: Panama plans to legalize voluntary crypto payments in commercial transactions. The bill establishes a regulatory regime for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs). The potential of blockchain integration for The post New Legislation Introduced in Panama to Turn the Country into a Crypto Hub appeared first on CryptoNinjas. дальше »

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Canada’s global economic position at risk without crypto reforms, Coinbase warns

As Canada prepares to vote, Coinbase is calling on the next government to take crypto seriously, warning that without clear regulations, the country could lose its competitive edge. As Canada approaches a federal election, the country’s crypto future hangs in… дальше »

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Korean regulator bans Poloniex, KuCoin, MEXC in Google Play

Korean regulators have banned the Poloniex, KuCoin, and MEXC, as well as other 14 apps of crypto exhcanges from Google Play due to their unregistered operations in the country. South Korean authorities have restricted access to multiple foreign cryptocurrency exchange… дальше »

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Circle set to roll out USDC in Japan after securing FSA approval

Circle is set to launch its USDC stablecoin in Japan on 26 March, in partnership with SBI Holdings. SBI VC Trade, a subsidiary of SBI Holdings, will spearhead the initial launch of USDC in Japan on March 26, paving the way for the stablecoin’s broader integration across the country’s digital asset exchanges. The move marks […] дальше »

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Circle partners with Japan’s SBI Holdings to drive USDC adoption

Circle is bringing USDC to Japan through a partnership with SBI Holdings, marking a major step for stablecoin adoption in the country. According to a Mar. 25 press release statement, SBI VC Trade, a crypto exchange under SBI Holdings, will… дальше »

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Bitin shut down by Israeli regulator, hit with $460k fine

The Israeli financial markets regulator has shut down the crypto exchange Bitin for offering crypto trading services without the required license, reinforcing the country’s regulatory stance on crypto firms. дальше »

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Pakistan ramps up crypto-friendly efforts with plans for energy-efficient Bitcoin mining

Pakistan is pressing ahead with its crypto-friendly policies and plans to entice crypto mining operations and blockchain data centers to its shores. At the newly formed Pakistan Crypto Council’s (PCC) first meeting on Friday, members discussed channeling the country’s surplus energy to mine Bitcoin and other Proof-of-Work coins. дальше »

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Pakistan eyes surplus power use for crypto mining: report

Pakistan is developing special electricity tariffs to attract cryptocurrency mining operations as part of a strategy to use the country’s surplus power generation capacity. According to a report by Dawn, the Power Division is consulting with various stakeholders to create… дальше »

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Does Bitcoin bring us closer to a ‘nuclear holocaust’?

State-supported North Korean hackers, using the Lazarus Group moniker, stole billions of dollars worth of crypto in less than ten years. Their operations made North Korea the fifth-biggest country in terms of Bitcoin holdings. According to the UN report, nearly… дальше »

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Bank of Korea: Bitcoin doesn’t meet foreign reserve standards

South Korea has no plans to incorporate Bitcoin in its foreign exchange reserves, according to the country’s central bank. On Mar. 16, local media outlet Yonhap reported that officials from the Bank of Korea ruled out adding Bitcoin (BTC) to… дальше »

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Pakistan unveils new ‘crypto council’ amid push for regulation

Pakistan wants to streamline crypto regulation and oversight. The Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) will help align the country’s crypto ecosystem with global trends. Pakistan has established the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) to oversee the adoption and regulation of blockchain technology and digital assets. дальше »

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Telegram founder Pavel Durov temporarily leaves France amid legal troubles, Toncoin surges

Telegram founder Pavel Durov, detained in France since last August, was granted temporary permission to leave the country for Dubai. Agence France Presse (AFP) first reported the news on Saturday. Shortly afterward, the cryptocurrency market reacted. Toncoin (TON), the digital… дальше »

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Toncoin soars after France returns Telegram founder’s passport

Toncoin price surged more than 18% after Telegram founder Pavel Durov got approval to leave France. As the Telegram and Toncoin community celebrated, TON price rose to highs of $3. 48. Toncoin (TON) price rose sharply after Telegram founder Pavel Durov, who has been under judicial scrutiny in France, reportedly received permission to leave the country. дальше »

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Bolivia turns to crypto for fuel trade amid US dollar shortage

Bolivia has authorized its state-run energy company, YPFB, to use crypto for fuel imports as the country struggles with a worsening dollar shortage and fuel crisis. The government approved the move to sustain fuel subsidies and secure essential energy supplies amid declining foreign currency reserves. дальше »

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Bolivia’s YPFB adopts cryptocurrency for energy imports as fuel and dollar shortages worsen

Bolivia is facing a serious economic issue as the country has a severe lack of dollars and gasoline, forcing the state energy agency YPFB to use cryptocurrencies for energy imports. According to Reuters, a YPFB official acknowledged that the decision comes as Bolivia’s foreign currency reserves plummet due to years of low natural gas exports. […] дальше »

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India’s FIU Approves Coinbase, Millions of Customers Benefit from Increased Competition

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Russian central bank proposes 3-year crypto trial for select investors

The Bank of Russia has proposed a three-year experimental legal framework that would allow a limited group of investors to trade cryptocurrencies, marking a potential shift in the country’s digital asset regulations. дальше »

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Bolivia to use crypto for energy imports amid U.S. dollar shortage: report

Bolivia’s state-owned energy firm YPFB will begin using crypto to pay for fuel imports as the country grapples with a severe shortage of U.S. dollars and dwindling natural gas production. The decision follows government approval to use digital assets for… дальше »

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Coinbase wins regulatory nod in India as it seeks re-entry

U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has registered with India’s financial regulator to offer crypto trading services in the country. Coinbase is preparing to re-enter the Indian market after securing regulatory approval from the country’s Financial Intelligence Unit. In a March 11… дальше »

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BBVA bank gains approval to offer crypto trading in Spain

Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria (BBVA), Spain’s second-largest bank, has secured regulatory approval from the Spanish Securities and Exchange Commission (CNMV) to offer crypto services in the country. дальше »

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BBVA gets nod to offer Bitcoin and Ethereum trading services in Spain

BBVA customers in Spain will soon be able to trade Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) The bank will roll out the crypto trading services in phases First, the bank will allow a select group of customers to test the services before expanding it to retail customers Spain’s Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria (BBVA), the country’s second-largest […] The post BBVA gets nod to offer Bitcoin and Ethereum trading services in Spain appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »

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Japan’s crypto reform bill headed to National Diet after cabinet approval

The Cabinet of Japan has green lit a proposal to amend the Payment Services Act, which would ease regulations for stablecoins and crypto brokerages. According to a press release issued by the country’s Financial Services Agency, the bill has already… дальше »

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El Salvador defies IMF, continues Bitcoin purchases amid market downtrend

El Salvador has reinforced its commitment to Bitcoin despite repeated cautions from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). On March 9, El Salvador’s Bitcoin Office confirmed that the country acquired six BTC for around $500,000. дальше »

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US strategic crypto reserve could add 1m Bitcoin by 2030 with gold sales, analysts say

The United States could acquire over 1 million Bitcoin in five years if the authorities were to sell 15% of the country’s gold reserves, analysts estimate. Selling 15% of its gold reserves could enable the U.S. to acquire 1.05 million… дальше »

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Suddenly, a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Looks Increasingly Likely

Anticipation is growing ahead of tomorrow’s White House Crypto Summit. This event represents a shift in the U. S. government's approach towards digital assets, potentially heralding the official launch of the country's first strategic crypto reserve. дальше »

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Japan proposes crypto tax cut to boost investor appeal

Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has proposed reducing the country’s crypto tax rates, signaling a shift in regulatory approach. On March 6, Akihisa Shiozaki, a member of Japan’s House of Representatives, shared details of the proposal on X, noting that it is open for public feedback until March 30. дальше »

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Japan’s ruling party moves to slash crypto capital gains taxes to 20%

Japan’s Liberal Democracy Party takes a proactive approach to crypto regulations as the country softens its stance toward digital assets. дальше »

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Russia dismisses crypto for national reserves, citing volatility concerns

Russia’s Deputy Finance Minister Vladimir Kolychev has dismissed speculation about including cryptocurrencies in the country’s National Wealth Fund (NWF). Earlier in the week, local media outlet Interfax reported that Kolychev clarified that the Ministry of Finance has no plans to alter the NWF’s investment structure to accommodate crypto due to their high volatility. дальше »

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South Korea Could Become Next Country to Adopt Bitcoin Reserve

South Korea might start exploring the possibility of adding Bitcoin to its reserves, following the example of the US дальше »

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Is Trump’s crypto strategic reserve just a front to pump WLFI and his own bags?

Trump is building America’s crypto future — but why does WLFI seem to be the biggest winner? Is the Crypto Strategic Reserve for the country or just for his portfolio? World Liberty Financial’s deep ties to reserve assets For months,… дальше »

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Vietnam to pilot digital currency exchange under new legal framework: Deputy Minister of Finance

Vietnam's pilot crypto exchange could enhance regulatory clarity, boost investor confidence, and position the country as a regional blockchain leader. The post Vietnam to pilot digital currency exchange under new legal framework: Deputy Minister of Finance appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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El Salvador’s president says the country “won’t stop” buying Bitcoin

Nayib Bukele’s comments come days after the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) new request as part of its $1.4 billion loan deal The new request asks that there is “no voluntary accumulation of Bitcoin by the public sector” It also asks that there is a “ceiling of 0” on government Bitcoin purchases El Salvador’s president has […] The post El Salvador’s president says the country “won’t stop” buying Bitcoin appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »

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El Salvador’s Bukele says Bitcoin buys will continue amid IMF pressure

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele says the country will keep buying at least one Bitcoin a day, despite pressure from the International Monetary Fund. дальше »

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Japan ushers in stablecoin era with SBI VC Trade’s landmark license and planned USDC listing

SBI VC Trade has become Japan’s first company to receive official approval to handle stablecoins like USD Coin (USDC), marking a significant step in the country’s crypto market. On March 4, the firm announced its registration as an “Electronic Payment Instruments Business Operator” under Japan’s updated regulatory framework. дальше »

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Turkish bank BankPozitif partners with Taurus for crypto services

BankPozitif, a leading digital bank in Turkey, has partnered with Swiss digital asset infrastructure provider Taurus to offer institutional-grade cryptocurrency custody services.  The move positions BankPozitif at the forefront of Turkey’s expanding digital asset sector as the country experiences rising… дальше »

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El Salvador buying or mining more Bitcoin could cost country $3.5 billion in IMF funding

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a new 40-month arrangement under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) for El Salvador, providing access to approximately $1. 4 billion to boost the country’s growth prospects and address macroeconomic imbalances. дальше »

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Trump’s Bitcoin Reserve Shouldn’t Include Altcoins – ‘Miscalculation,’ Says Bitwise

On March 2, US President Donald Trump announced the inclusion of Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana, and Cardano in a newly formed Crypto Strategic Reserve, an initiative designed to integrate these digital assets into the country’s broader economic and monetary plans. дальше »

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ADA Rockets 60%, XRP Up 25% on Trump's Reserve Plans, But Traders Aren’t Fully Bullish Yet

Trump is scheduled to hold the first Crypto Summit at the White House on Mar.7, where he is expected to share further plans on how crypto regulations and businesses will be supported in the country. дальше »

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Ukraine eyes up to 10% tax on crypto as legalization gains steam

Ukraine is advancing efforts to legalize crypto, with lawmakers expected to vote on a long-awaited bill in the coming months, local media reported on Feb. 28. However, uncertainty remains over how digital assets will be taxed, a key issue that could impact the country’s growing crypto sector. дальше »

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Upbit owner clashes with South Korean regulators in legal battle

Dunamu, the parent company of South Korea’s largest crypto exchange, Upbit, has reportedly taken legal action against the country’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) over a business suspension order. дальше »

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Pakistan Plans New Council for Crypto Regulation: Report

According to a recent report by Dawn, Pakistan is set to establish a National Crypto Council to oversee digital asset regulation in the country. This decision marks a significant policy shift as Pakistan moves toward embracing cryptocurrencies, a stance that contrasts with its previous resistance. дальше »

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Ripple Expands In South Korea With Major Partnership

Ripple has announced a strategic partnership with BDACS, a prominent digital asset custody firm in South Korea, on Thursday. The collaboration aims to advance institutional-grade custody services and expand the digital asset ecosystem, particularly for XRP and RLUSD, within the country’s evolving regulatory landscape. дальше »

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Pakistan considers ‘National Crypto Council’ to adopt digital currencies

The Finance Ministry of Pakistan is reportedly considering forming a National Crypto Council to explore the legalization of cryptocurrencies in the country. дальше »

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UK gov introduces bill to recover proceeds of crypto crime

The UK government has introduced the Crime and Policing Bill, aimed at enhancing the country’s ability to recover proceeds from cryptocurrency-related crime. The bill outlines provisions for valuing cryptocurrency, procedures for courts to recover illicit funds, and expanded powers for… дальше »

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Costa Rica Makes First Foray Into Crypto with New Bitcoin ETF

It will mark the first time that Costa Ricans will have access to any type of crypto investment product through the country's banking system. дальше »

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From Skepticism to Adoption: The Evolving Crypto Landscape in South Africa

South Africa’s crypto scene has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years. While many of the country’s citizens appreciated the appeal of digital assets from day one, the same cannot be said for TradFi players and regulators, whose initial skepticism largely mirrored that of their contemporaries in the West. дальше »

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Hong Kong to focus on tokenization and stablecoins moving forward

Hong Kong will prioritize tokenization and stablecoins in boosting the country’s web3 ecosystem, says Financial Services Secretary, Christopher Hui. According to a South China Morning Post report, Hong Kong Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury Christopher Hui Ching-yu considers… дальше »

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Nigeria moves to tax crypto transactions: report

Nigeria is preparing to tax cryptocurrency transactions as part of broader efforts to boost government revenue, according to the country’s Securities and Exchange Commission. A bill outlining the tax framework is under review and is expected to pass this quarter,… дальше »

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