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The UAE Exempts Crypto Transactions from VAT
The UAE updated its tax laws to exempt crypto transactions from value-added tax. The change will take effect on November 15 but retroactively apply to transactions from January 1, 2018. The UAE government amended its regulations around value-added tax laws to exclude digital assets and transactions involving them. дальше »
2024-10-7 14:30
UAE Central Bank introduces new Stablecoin regulations
The UAE Central Bank approved a framework for stablecoin regulation which allows only dirham-backed stablecoins to be used for payments. Cryptocurrency like Bitcoin and Ethereum will be restricted to trading, investment, and corporate treasury purposes while foreign stablecoins will only be permitted for purchasing specific virtual assets like NFTs. дальше »
2024-7-23 20:41
Nigerian Kucoin users to pay 7.5% VAT on all transactions
Starting Monday, July 8th, Kucoin will charge a 7. 5% tax on all transactions made by users registered in Nigeria. This decision comes from a regulatory update from the Nigerian SEC. Kucoin exchange took to Twitter (X) to announce that starting Monday, July 8th, Nigerian users will be charged a 7. дальше »
2024-7-6 01:45
U.S. Treasury issues new Cryptocurrency tax rules
The IRS has set up a tax reporting framework for cryptocurrency brokers, which will be implemented in 2025. The framework does not include decentralised finance and non-hosted wallets, although rules for those will come later in the year. дальше »
2024-7-2 22:03
Upcoming changes to Belgian gambling laws prompt shift to offshore Bitcoin casinos
The upcoming changes to Belgian gambling laws include bans on certain devices, gifts, bonuses, and free games. The age limit for punters will also be raised from 18 to 21 years. Many Belgian gamblers are shifting to online crypto casinos to circumvent the new changes. дальше »
2024-4-29 19:20
New York AG sues Gemini and Genesis for alleged $1 billion fraud
The New York Attorney General Letitia James filed the lawsuit against Gemini, Genesis and DCG on Thursday. It’s alleged the crypto firms lied to investors and concealed losses of over $1 billion. дальше »
2023-10-19 20:39
Nomura Bank’s Laser Digital receives approval for operations in Abu Dhabi
Key takeaways Laser Digital has become the latest digital asset firm to receive approval to operate in Abu Dhabi. The firm is owned by Japanese banking giant Nomura Bank. Laser Digital can now operate in Abu Dhabi Laser Digital, the digital assets arm of Japan’s Nomura Bank, has received in-principal approval to provide broker-dealer services […] The post Nomura Bank’s Laser Digital receives approval for operations in Abu Dhabi appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »
2023-9-27 11:00
New UK bill to seize stolen crypto reach final approval stage
Key takeaways The UK House of Lords has passed a bill to seize stolen cryptocurrencies. The bill targets monetary proceeds from fraud or other financial crimes. The UK government could seize stolen cryptocurrencies A bill that seeks to expand the ability of UK authorities to target illicit cryptocurrency usage has been passed for approval by […] The post New UK bill to seize stolen crypto reach final approval stage appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »
2023-9-20 16:06
Japan eases regulations on startup financing to allow for crypto
Japan eyes support for crypto startups in new regulation on startup financing. According to reports, the new rules means startups can raise funds from investors by offering stocks and crypto. Japan is looking to relax restrictions on how startups raise funds with a view to revamping the sector amid growth in venture capital funding. дальше »
2023-9-16 16:31
GamStop & Crypto: fostering responsible gambling for a sustainable ecosystem
GamStop was created in the United Kingdom to help gamblers get free help when they need it. A lot of gamblers gambling at casino sites not on GamStop in the UK are using crypto. Besides GamStop, there are other responsible gambling tools like GamBan and BetBlocker. дальше »
2023-5-27 17:11
Internet service providers in Nepal asked to block crypto-related websites
Nepal’s Telecommunications Authority has instructed all ISPs to block crypto-related websites. The crypto-related activities include websites, apps, and online networks. The nation’s central bank banned cryptocurrency activities in September 2021. дальше »
2023-1-10 13:11
Pakistan signs in new laws to expedite the launch of CBDC
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has approved new laws for Electronic Money Institutions (EMIs). KEY TAKEAWAYS The SBP plans to launch a CBDC within the next three years. The World Bank helped Pakistan design the new regulations. дальше »
2022-12-5 14:58
Moscow stock exchange is preparing a bill to allow the trade of DFAs
We want the market to make its own choice between blockchain accounting and depositary… The post Moscow stock exchange is preparing a bill to allow the trade of DFAs appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »
2022-9-25 06:17
SEC sets up a new office dedicated to managing crypto issuer filings
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced two new offices in addition… The post SEC sets up a new office dedicated to managing crypto issuer filings appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »
2022-9-12 04:48
Colombia planning to launch Digital Currency to curb tax evasion
The government of Colombia has revealed that it is planning to launch a digital… The post Colombia planning to launch Digital Currency to curb tax evasion appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »
2022-8-18 19:47
Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority to launch headquarters in The Sandbox
Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) has announced that it shall create a metaverse… The post Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority to launch headquarters in The Sandbox appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2022-5-4 17:44
Kraken gets a crypto trading license to operate in the United Arab Emirates
Kraken became the second cryptocurrency exchange after Binance to get regulatory approval to allow… The post Kraken gets a crypto trading license to operate in the United Arab Emirates appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2022-4-25 16:42
Binance receives in-principle approval to operate in Abu Dhabi
The ADGM intends to issue similar regulatory approvals to other global and local companies… The post Binance receives in-principle approval to operate in Abu Dhabi appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2022-4-11 02:37
BoE calls for strict crypto regulation on an international level
The Bank of England is pressing for more stringent global policies to regulate the… The post BoE calls for strict crypto regulation on an international level appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2021-12-20 18:37
FDIC exploring the possibility of letting banks hold crypto
On Tuesday, the Chairperson of the US Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Jelena McWilliams, said that… The post FDIC exploring the possibility of letting banks hold crypto appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2021-10-27 17:37
Diem responds to allegations from Senate Democrats
Diem has penned a response to the group of Senators that called out Facebook,…
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дальше »2021-10-22 22:52
UAE regulator gives nod to crypto assets trading
The agreement allows Dubai World Trade Centre Authority (DWTCA) to grant permissions and licences… The post UAE regulator gives nod to crypto assets trading appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2021-9-24 14:18
Bybit exchange doubles down on KYC rules
Singapore crypto exchange Bybit is set to tighten its customers verification procedures In an… The post Bybit exchange doubles down on KYC rules appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2021-7-7 15:19
Philippine Stock Exchange is ready to offer crypto services
The exchange platform noted that the cryptocurrency sector has seen tremendous growth and can’t… The post Philippine Stock Exchange is ready to offer crypto services appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2021-7-6 14:45
Vietnam set to pursue a blockchain-based cryptocurrency project
The Southeast Asian country is looking to become the latest country to adopt a… The post Vietnam set to pursue a blockchain-based cryptocurrency project appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2021-7-6 14:36
Robinhood slapped with a record fine
Robo-advising platform Robinhood has been fined by the FINRA The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority… The post Robinhood slapped with a record fine appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2021-7-1 16:03
Israel’s Central Bank is Reportedly Testing Digital Shekel CBDC
Israel is currently testing its digital currency according to the deputy Governor of the… The post Israel’s Central Bank is Reportedly Testing Digital Shekel CBDC appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2021-6-22 18:36
Dutch Finance Minister Opposed to Blanket Ban of Crypto
Dutch Finance Minister believes completely outlawing crypto is not a solution to the challenges… The post Dutch Finance Minister Opposed to Blanket Ban of Crypto appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2021-6-14 19:38
Fed Reserve and Bank of England Chiefs Criticise Crypto
Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic believes the cryptocurrency sector deserves attention, especially now… The post Fed Reserve and Bank of England Chiefs Criticise Crypto appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2021-5-26 14:57
SEC to Step Up Regulations in the Cryptocurrency Space
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will be impartial and strict in enforcing crypto… The post SEC to Step Up Regulations in the Cryptocurrency Space appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2021-5-21 13:39
Indonesia Mulls Tax on Cryptocurrencies Following Surge in Interest, Reuters Says
The rapid growth in cryptocurrencies has fuelled a rise in investment in the South-East… The post Indonesia Mulls Tax on Cryptocurrencies Following Surge in Interest, Reuters Says appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2021-5-11 15:32
SEC sues crypto startup LBRY over unregistered securities
The US Securities and Exchange Commission has filed a suit against LBRY, accusing the… The post SEC sues crypto startup LBRY over unregistered securities appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2021-3-30 15:24
Trump nominates crypto advocate as Comptroller of the Currency
President Donald Trump has put forward Brian Brooks’ name to serve as the head… The post Trump nominates crypto advocate as Comptroller of the Currency appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2020-11-21 16:45
The SEC has collected $1BN from unregistered ICOs this year
2020 is yet to come to an end but figures already show it is…
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дальше »2020-11-12 15:26
UK Treasury drawing up stablecoin regulations
The UK has revealed that it is working on regulations for stablecoins as it...
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дальше »2020-11-11 14:22
South Korea’s regulator sets policies around privacy coins
The Financial Service Commission sent a notice on Monday barring exchanges from handling ‘dark’... The post South Korea’s regulator sets policies around privacy coins appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2020-11-6 15:02
Hong Kong’s SFC tighten crypto exchanges regulation
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission declares that all crypto platforms with operations the... The post Hong Kong’s SFC tighten crypto exchanges regulation appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2020-11-4 16:42
New Zealand will not adopt a digital currency for now
Despite not being ready to introduce its own digital currency, the Reserve bank of...
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дальше »2020-10-20 12:58
Australia has doubts for introducing CBDCs right now
The Reserve bank of Australia is still exploring the option of CBDCs but does...
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дальше »2020-10-15 14:44
G20 to establish CBDC regulatory standards
Global financial organisations and 20 of the world’s leading economies will work together to...
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дальше »2020-10-13 13:16
Bank of Canada outlines risk of digital currencies
The Central Bank of Canada recently released a report highlighting the major security questions... The post Bank of Canada outlines risk of digital currencies appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2020-10-8 13:44
FCA bans sale of crypto derivatives to UK retail investors
The Financial Conduct Authority will stop the sale of cryptocurrency derivatives to retail investors... The post FCA bans sale of crypto derivatives to UK retail investors appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2020-10-8 12:39
EU proposes regulatory framework for crypto and blockchain
This week, the European Union put forward a new framework regarding the legality of...
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дальше »2020-9-26 14:46
Federal Reserve Bank discloses details of its CBDC research
For some time now, the Federal Reserve Bank has been researching digital currency and... The post Federal Reserve Bank discloses details of its CBDC research appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2020-9-25 17:31
Rising crypto adoption in Africa causes concern over regulation
A recent study by Chainalysis showed booming crypto adoption in Africa, a finding that... The post Rising crypto adoption in Africa causes concern over regulation appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2020-9-23 14:57
FinCEN prepares an overhaul of AML and CTF rules
The financial crimes network is looking to revamp its counter-terrorist financing (CTF) and anti-money... The post FinCEN prepares an overhaul of AML and CTF rules appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2020-9-18 13:44
Brazil’s Central Bank considering the development of a CBDC
The Banco Central do Brazil (Central Bank of Brazil) is seriously weighing the benefits... The post Brazil’s Central Bank considering the development of a CBDC appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2020-8-27 15:28
The IRS is sending tax warning letters to crypto traders
A new batch of US crypto users have received warning letters from the Internal...
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дальше »2020-8-26 14:23
FCA to ask crypto firms to report on money laundering
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority, in a new proposal, has outlined a policy that... The post FCA to ask crypto firms to report on money laundering appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »
2020-8-26 15:07
SEC Commissioner wins second term – has plans for crypto under Covid
“Crypto mom” landed five more years as SEC commissioner and will keep pushing for... The post SEC Commissioner wins second term – has plans for crypto under Covid appeared first on Coin Journal. дальше »