Morocco To Legalise Bitcoin And Crypto, Says Central Bank Chief

Morocco is poised to lift its long-standing ban on Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, signaling a significant shift in the nation’s financial policy. According to Reuters, Abdellatif Jouahri, the Governor of Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), announced that a draft law regulating crypto assets is in the final stages of adoption. дальше »

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An Interview With El Salvador’s Top Crypto Regulator: ‘Developing Countries Can Lead the Financial Revolution’

The National Commission of Digital Assets is the agency in charge of regulating crypto in El Salvador, the first nation to accept Bitcoin as legal tender. дальше »

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Gary Gensler defends crypto approach and highlights SEC achievements

In a speech that had the tone of a farewell, SEC Chairman Gary Gensler defended his approach to regulating the crypto industry and reviewed key accomplishments during his tenure. Speaking at the Practising Law Institute’s 56th annual securities regulation conference, Gensler expressed pride in leading the SEC since April 2021, emphasizing the importance of transparency […] дальше »

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UK to introduce stablecoin legislation within months

The UK is expected to introduce laws regulating stablecoins within a few months, according to a spokesperson from Circle. Circle, the issuer of the USD Coin (USDC), anticipates these laws will be in place soon, as stated in a CNBC… дальше »

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Crypto.com sues SEC for ‘illegal actions’ in crypto regulation following Wells Notice

Today, Oct. 8, Crypto. com reported it has filed a lawsuit against the US Securities and Exchange Commission to challenge what it describes as the agency’s overreach in regulating the crypto industry. дальше »

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Republicans introduce bill forcing Gary Gensler to testify biannually

Senate Republicans have introduced legislation that would require the SEC chair, currently Gary Gensler, to testify before Congress twice a year.  This move comes amid mounting criticism of SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s leadership and the agency’s approach to regulating the… дальше »

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Bank of Canada says no to retail CBDC in reshuffling of priorities

Regulating and speeding up payments without a CBDC are more important to the Canadian central bank.

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REGULATING BITCOIN AND CRYPTO IN NIGERIA: CROSSROADS BETWEEN CAPITAL CONTROL AND FINANCIAL FREEDOM

A call for sensible and measured Bitcoin regulation by the Nigerian government. дальше »

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Rep. Torres 'happy' to help CFTC in regulating election betting contracts

New York Congressman Ritchie Torres stated he is "more than happy" to work with the CFTC to develop a plan for regulating election betting contracts in the United States. дальше »

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Kamala Harris Signals Interest in Friendlier Stance on Crypto: Bloomberg

The cryptocurrency industry has made no secret of its displeasure with the Biden administration's approach towards regulating digital assets. дальше »

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State-led amicus brief criticizes SEC’s power regulating cryptocurrencies

An amicus brief filed by Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird claims the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is overstepping its authority in regulating the cryptocurrency sector. The brief, backed by Arkansas, Indiana, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, and Oklahoma, claims… дальше »

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Too few jurisdictions take proper virtual asset precautions: FATF

A recent report reveals that the majority of jurisdictions worldwide have only partially complied with the FATF recommendations for regulating virtual assets and virtual asset service providers to combat money laundering and terrorist financing. дальше »

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UK Law Commission suggests regulating DAOs under existing frameworks

A recent report from the United Kingdom’s Law Commission has concluded decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) need to be regulated under existing financial regulations and tax frameworks. Published on July 11, the research paper stated there’s no immediate requirement to create… дальше »

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MiCA regulations mostly benefited USDC, Kaiko says

As Europe gears up for the implementation of MiCA regulations, demand for compliant stablecoins has primarily benefited only one company, data shows. Europe’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), aimed at regulating the crypto market and specifically targeting stablecoins, triggered a… дальше »

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Zimbabwe Steps Up To The Crypto Plate: Public Input Sought For Regulations

Zimbabwe is taking an exciting step into the future by launching a public consultation to get opinions on regulating cryptocurrency operations in the country, Bloomberg reports. This is a big change for a nation that has historically struggled with currency issues. дальше »

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Crypto Can't Be Regulated by Current US Regulators

Alexandra Damsker, author of "Understanding DeFi," argues that the shifting nature of tokens means that agencies like the SEC and CFTC are incapable of regulating crypto effectively. дальше »

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US House Gives Green Light to Crypto Bill FIT21, Now Moves to Senate

The US House passed the FIT21 bill, marking a historic step in regulating crypto markets. The bill now heads to the Senate. The post US House Gives Green Light to Crypto Bill FIT21, Now Moves to Senate appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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CFTC Commissioner Summer Mersinger on Overzealous Crypto Regulation and the Need for Legislative Action

The commodities regulator has been clear about the dangers of regulating a burgeoning industry through enforcement actions. дальше »

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FCA crypto regulators will take the best from TradFi and DeFi, says exec

The United Kingdom’s FCA has been combining different approaches to regulating the crypto market to see which one would work best. дальше »

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Iran & Arkansas - Is crypto mining under threat right now?

Senators Warren and King believe Iran's crypto mining profits pose national security concerns Arkansas lawmakers passed a bill regulating crypto mining With Bitcoin's halving well behind theThe post Iran & Arkansas - Is crypto mining under threat right now? appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Arkansas governor to reportedly sign two bills regulating crypto mining activities

Arkansas State Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders is expected to sign two new bills regulating crypto mining activities within the state, according to various sources. The state lawmakers passed Senate Bills 78 and 79 on May 1 to tighten the regulations governing crypto miners in the state. дальше »

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Ethereum Regulatory Saga: Court Filings Expose SEC Chair Gensler’s Stand

Newly disclosed court filings have shed light on the belief of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and its chairman, Gary Gensler, that Ethereum (ETH) is an “unregistered security” under the Howey Test, which is considered by the vast majority of crypto advocates to be an outdated legal framework for regulating crypto assets.   According […] дальше »

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Regulating CEXs won’t stop bad actors: lessons from the FTX trial | Opinion

We need an advanced trading system that mitigates the traditional weaknesses of both CEXs and DEXs, positioning hybrid crypto exchanges as potential game-changers. дальше »

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Russia’s Legislative Body Considers Diving Into Crypto – Will They Mine Or Maul It?

Russia is dipping its toes into the world of cryptocurrency with a proposed bill aimed at legalizing and regulating crypto mining within its borders. The bill, submitted to the State Duma, the lower house of parliament, seeks to strike a balance between encouraging this new industry and mitigating potential risks. Related Reading: David Vs. Goliath? […] дальше »

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EU Parliament Adopts AML Laws Regulating Bitcoin Based On Questionable Assumptions

On Wednesday, the European Parliament adopted a new AML package increasing crypto asset service provider’s reporting requirements for anonymous payments. But it appears that the package’s crypto laws are largely based on assumptions, not facts. дальше »

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Coin Center Opposes ‘Unconstitutional’ Stablecoin Bill – Details

Pro-crypto organization Coin Center is pushing against a new legislative bill targeted at regulating stablecoin use and operations. In a public statement released on Friday, the US-based advocacy group heavily criticized the Lummis-Gillibrand Payment Stablecoin Act, describing it as “unconstitutional” and anti-innovation. дальше »

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‘Ethereum Wins Big’ With New US Stablecoin Draft Bill: Expert

The introduction of a new draft bill aimed at regulating stablecoins in the United States has ignited a firestorm of debate within the cryptocurrency sector. This legislative development, while still in its formative stages, is positioned to significantly alter the operational landscape for digital currencies, particularly Ethereum and its associated stablecoins. A Big Win For […] дальше »

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Norway Wants to Restrict Crypto Mining by Regulating Data Centers, Lawmakers Say: Report

Energy-intensive crypto mining is an example of a type of business not wanted in Norway, Minister for Energy Terje Aasland reportedly said. дальше »

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New Zealand Crypto Policy Should Support Industry, Minister for Commerce Says

The country's "wait and see" approach to regulating crypto could risk New Zealand missing out on the benefits of industry developments, a government inquiry found. дальше »

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Fewer Than 30% of Jurisdictions Globally Have Started Regulating Crypto: FATF Chief

Globally, less than 30% of jurisdictions have started regulating the crypto sector as of June 2023, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) President T. Raja Kumar told CoinDesk in an interview from Singapore. дальше »

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UK Regulator FCA Plans to Deliver a Market Abuse Regime for Crypto This Year

The U.K. has been refining it approach to regulating the crypto sector. дальше »

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South Africa Takes The Lead In Crypto Regulation: 59 Platforms Licensed

According to a recent Reuters report, South Africa’s Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has approved 59 operating licenses for crypto businesses. This significant development comes as Africa’s most industrialized economy takes progressive steps towards regulating the asset class. дальше »

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Taiwan’s FSC to set cryptocurrency regulation by September

Taiwan plans to introduce a legislative framework for regulating cryptocurrencies by September of this year. дальше »

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BIS issues recommendations for global stablecoin regulation

The Bank for International Settlements has issued a set of recommendations aimed at regulating global stablecoins. дальше »

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UK Is Pushing Hard To Have Stablecoin And Staking Rules Ready Within Next Six Months: Report

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Hong Kong Pushes for Tokenization of Real-World Assets

Hong Kong is at the forefront of regulating the industry of real-world asset tokenization, promising more efficient and transparent financial transactions. The post Hong Kong Pushes for Tokenization of Real-World Assets appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Spot Bitcoin ETFs are here. What’s next? Regulating defi? | Opinion

There is the increased regulatory scrutiny that we can expect defi to face going forward, thanks to the sector’s close connection with the crypto industry. дальше »

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Bitcoin Leading Ransomware Market, Gensler Says

SEC Chair Gary Gensler has discussed the challenges of regulating the volatile cryptocurrency market дальше »

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Regulating NFTs: Ledger’s VP Policy Seth Hertlein’s Speech at Westminster

Things to know: – Ledger was in London at the House of Commons in partnership with Bright Moments where our purpose was to showcase NFTs & blockchain art as tools for creativity, rather than merely investments. дальше »

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Singapore’s retail crypto investors face tighter rules in updated regulatory proposals

Singapore has laid final proposals for regulating Digital Payment Token (DPT) service providers in a move that tightens the nose on retail investors. Under the proposals, retail customers dealing with regulated DPT providers in Singapore will be barred from purchasing digital assets using local credit cards. дальше »

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Blockchain Association opposes proposed IRS tax rules

The IRS introduced rules aimed at regulating the sale and exchange of digital assets by brokers. There has been widespread discussion about the future of crypto taxation in the country. The The post Blockchain Association opposes proposed IRS tax rules appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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India's Supreme Court Turns Away Petition Asking Government to Frame Crypto Guidelines

India's Supreme Court has turned away a petition that sought to direct the government and relevant authorities to frame guidelines for regulating the trading and mining of cryptocurrencies. дальше »

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Rep. Tom Emmer roasts Gary Gensler in fiery speech on the House floor

Rep. Tom Emmer (R-MN) sharply criticized Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler in a speech on the House floor that condemned the agency’s approach to regulating digital assets. дальше »

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Will Stringent Regulations Make Stablecoins New Mode of Payment in UK?

The UK central bank and financial watchdog have published two documents that outline an approach to regulating stablecoins at scale. The post Will Stringent Regulations Make Stablecoins New Mode of Payment in UK? appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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UK Financial Watchdogs Publish Plans to Regulate Stablecoins

The U.K. government published plans for regulating crypto last week. дальше »

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SFC aims to offer clarity and investor protection in tokenized securities activities

Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), the independent statutory body tasked with regulating the securities and futures markets, has released two circulars aimed at overseeing the tokenization of digital assets. дальше »

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Wadzpay receives approval from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority

In a press release dated Oct 31. WadzPay, a technology provider that facilitates virtual asset-based payments has shared the news that they have initial approval from Duba’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), the competent entity in charge of regulating, supervising, and overseeing VAs and VA Activities. дальше »

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UK risks regulating NFTs the wrong way, says Mintable CEO

“It’s not just a piece of artwork”: Mintable CEO Zach Burks argues that the United Kingdom government still hasn’t caught up on what NFTs are becoming. дальше »

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Taiwan introduces bill aiming to create regulatory framework for crypto

Taiwan has taken a significant step towards regulating its flourishing virtual asset market by introducing a new bill called the “Virtual Asset Management Regulations Draft,” which aims to create a comprehensive regulatory framework for the crypto industry. дальше »

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Biden to sign executive order regulating AI use in federal government

U. S. President Joe Biden is expected to sign an executive order on artificial intelligence (AI) regulation, the Washington Post said on Oct. 24. The order, which will likely be signed on Monday, Oct. дальше »

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