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Digital Euro May Get Easier AML Rules Than Bitcoin, EU Commissioner Says
Mairead McGuinness promised a role for banks in distributing the CBDC, as a consultation presages legislation earlier next year. дальше »
2022-4-6 18:56
Treasury's Yellen to Deliver First Speech on Crypto in US Economy
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has scheduled her first speech devoted entirely to digital assets and their place in the U.S economy. The Thursday remarks are expected to track closely with the sentiments already expressed in President Joe Biden's recent executive order. дальше »
2022-4-6 18:42
US House of Representatives to Consider Legislation on El Salvador’s Bitcoin Adoption
The bi-partisan Accountability for Cryptocurrency in El Salvador (ACES) Act mirrors legislation that advanced out of a Senate committee last month. дальше »
2022-4-6 17:37
EU Consultation Looks at Issues With a Digital Euro
The Brussels executive got the ball rolling Tuesday on the legislation needed to issue a CBDC. дальше »
2022-4-6 16:03
Georgia Central Bank Plans to Introduce New Crypto Rules: Report
The eastern European nation will follow international guidance as it sets out anti-money laundering and licensing regime. дальше »
2022-4-6 15:34
US Authorities Seize $34M in One of the Country's Largest Crypto Confiscations
The funds were allegedly gained by selling illicit goods, including stolen credentials. дальше »
2022-4-5 14:25
German Authorities Shut Down Russian Darknet Market, Seize $25M in Bitcoin
The marketplace's bitcoin privacy mixer complicated the investigation, police said. дальше »
2022-4-5 12:35
New Singapore Crypto Law Requires Overseas-Only Operators to Be Licensed: Report
The city-state'sTuesday passage of the law means such companies will have to meet anti-money laundering and anti-terrorism measures to which they were not previously subjected. дальше »
2022-4-5 10:12
Gensler Says SEC Exploring Shared Role With CFTC Over Crypto Platforms
The SEC chief suggests securities, commodities “intertwined” in current trading venues. дальше »
2022-4-5 23:39
Digital Euro Will Have Privacy Safeguards, European Finance Ministers Say
Ministers are discussing policy options for the central bank digital currency though no formal decision to issue one has been taken . дальше »
2022-4-5 21:56
UK Aims to Become Global Crypto Hub, Exchequer Says
Among initial steps will be legislation to recognize stablecoins as legitimate vehicles for payments. дальше »
2022-4-5 19:55
Europe's CBDC Designers Wrestle With Privacy Issues
The European Central Bank is likely to opt for a centralized solution for its new digital euro – the clue is in the name – raising questions over state snooping, and a harmful impact on innovation. дальше »
2022-4-4 08:00
Does the Metaverse Need a Free Trade Agreement?
It’s seeking to be the centerpiece of Web 3, but a successful metaverse could run headfirst into some old-style protectionist barriers like work permits and data blocks, trade policy expert Sam Lowe tells us. дальше »
2022-4-2 20:18
Indonesia to Charge 0.1% Tax on Crypto Transactions, Investments: Report
Indonesia is planning to charge value-added tax (VAT) on crypto transactions and capital gains on investments at 0.1% from May 1. дальше »
2022-4-2 15:23
Kazakhstan Looks to Bring Crypto Exchanges to Central Asian Financial Hub
Kazakhstan is to implement a pilot project for the creation and operation of cryptocurrency exchanges in the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC). дальше »
2022-4-2 14:14
Kazakhstan Looks to Bring Crypto Exchanges to AIFC Hub
Kazakhstan is to implement a pilot project for the creation and operation of cryptocurrency exchanges in the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC). дальше »
2022-4-1 14:14
Elizabeth Warren Calls for US to Create a CBDC
"I think it's time for us to move in that direction," the Democratic senator told NBC's Chuck Todd in an interview to be aired Thursday night. дальше »
2022-4-1 04:09
Newly Introduced Bill Aims to Bring Transparency to the Stablecoin Marketplace
The days of murky stablecoin reserves might soon be over. дальше »
2022-4-1 01:11
Wall Street Watchdog Cautions Banks on Trading Crypto Derivatives
Goldman Sachs completed a novel crypto OTC trade last week, something Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael Hsu warned may lead to further tail risks. дальше »
2022-4-1 23:41
I’m Not Anti-Crypto, Says Architect of Controversial EU Money Laundering Proposal
In an exclusive interview, Belgium’s Assita Kanko tells CoinDesk she just wants to stop anonymous payments being used for crime – but her claims seem unlikely to impress an industry that complains of privacy violations and stifling innovation. дальше »
2022-4-1 23:10
CFTC Chief Says FTX Plan Could Make Crypto Markets 'More Efficient'
CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam told House lawmakers Thursday his agency was giving a FTX. US proposal on directly clearing customers' derivatives trades serious consideration. He suggested the FTX idea could improve market efficiency, though he said he didn't yet support the proposal. дальше »
2022-4-1 20:41
The UK Wants to Regulate Crypto: Here's What That Could Look Like
The United Kingdom is set to create a broad regulatory framework detailing how cryptocurrency businesses can set up shop and operate in the country. дальше »
2022-4-1 18:02
Russia Sanctions Could Spur Use of Crypto: IMF's Gopinath
Gita Gopinath advocated for a coordinated approach to fill the gap in international regulation. дальше »
2022-4-1 17:23
EU Parliament Passes Privacy-Busting Crypto Rules Despite Industry Criticism
The move by lawmakers Thursday is set to end even the smallest anonymous crypto transactions, and could see unregulated exchanges cut off from the financial system. дальше »
2022-4-1 16:18
Crypto Popularity Could Pose Stability Risk, EU Watchdog Warns, as It Ponders New Powers
Fintech firms could soon face the kind of caps on lending that banks face when markets like housing overheat, the European Systemic Risk Board said. дальше »
2022-4-1 12:11
Crypto Firms Weigh Options as UK Registration Deadline Looms
Crypto companies wanting to operate in the U.K. have until Thursday to receive Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) approval. So far, just 33 have passed the regulator’s checks. дальше »
2022-4-1 10:00
Phoenix Suburb Now Takes Bitcoin for Utility Bills
Chandler, Arizona will take PayPal-held bitcoin, ether and litecoin for water bill payments. дальше »
2022-3-31 00:31
Bitcoiner Bruce Fenton Confirms He’s Running for New Hampshire Senate Seat
The long-time crypto proponent hopes to take on vulnerable incumbent Sen. Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) and is initially funding his campaign with $5 million of personal bitcoin wealth. дальше »
2022-3-31 23:39
EU's MiCA Bill to Enter Next Phase of Negotiations on Thursday
The landmark Markets in Crypto Assets legislative framework will now be discussed between the European Parliament, Council and Commission. дальше »
2022-3-31 21:14
Lawmakers Want Unregulated Crypto Firms Out of the EU
Proposed anti-money laundering rules are up for a parliamentary committee vote on Thursday along with a separate provision seeking to end anonymous crypto transactions in the European Union. дальше »
2022-3-31 20:42
ECB Official Calls for ‘Less Tolerant’ Approach to Bitcoin ‘Gambling’
Policymakers should take a "less tolerant" approach to technologies like Bitcoin, the European Central Bank’s Fabio Panetta said Wednesday, citing the high energy needed to generate new coins. дальше »
2022-3-31 18:24
Small Digital Euro Payments Won’t Need Laundering Checks, ECB Official Says
AWAIT CONFIRMATION WEDS PM BRUSSELS TIME The proposals regarding the potential future central bank digital currency come as lawmakers prepare to scrap anonymous bitcoin payments. дальше »
2022-3-31 17:41
UK's FCA Extends Temporary Registration Deadline for Select Crypto Firms
The U.K.'s Financial Conduct Authority has pushed back its March 31 deadline for select crypto firms to attain full registration. дальше »
2022-3-30 14:50
State Regulators Crack Down on Voyager Digital's Crypto Interest Offering
The legal order resembles a similar push against BlockFi. дальше »
2022-3-30 02:02
Dapper Labs, Ether Capital Headline Newly Formed Canadian Web3 Council
The 11-member non-profit trade association includes issuers of financial products, exchange platforms, open-source blockchain projects, investors and more. дальше »
2022-3-29 13:35
The SEC's New Proposal to Redefine 'Dealer' Could Spell Bad News for DeFi
A new proposal by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) aims to redefine what it means to be a securities dealer – a move industry experts say could cripple the decentralized finance (DeFi) industry. дальше »
2022-3-29 00:10
Crypto Privacy Positions Harden Ahead of Crunch EU Vote
Lawmakers don’t appear swayed by crypto industry claims as they consider applying anti-laundering identification rules to the sector, but some argue their plans are unworkable or unlawful. дальше »
2022-3-29 23:08
Biden Budget Proposal Estimates Additional $11B in Revenues by 2032 by Updating Crypto Rules
The proposal also seeks to expand the DOJ’s budget by $52 million to fight ransomware and combat the “misuse of cryptocurrency.” дальше »
2022-3-29 20:04
India Identifies 11 Crypto Exchanges Accused of Tax Evasion
India’s tax authority first began seizing assets to address alleged tax evasion late last year. дальше »
2022-3-29 19:21
Rio de Janeiro to Allow Real Estate Tax Payments With Crypto as of 2023, Mayor Says
The state administration will convert crypto payments immediately to Brazilian reais, Mayor Eduardo Paes added. дальше »
2022-3-29 18:37
US Lawmakers Introduce 'ECASH' Bill in New Push to Create a Digital Dollar
The ecash would be a digital analogue to the greenback, and could preserve privacy and anonymous transactions, according to an adviser on the bill. дальше »
2022-3-28 17:13
Japan to Plug Loophole to Prevent Russia From Evading Sanctions Through Crypto: Report
Japan will propose a revision of its foreign exchange law to parliament, said a government official. дальше »
2022-3-29 15:22
Japan to Plug Loophole to Prevent Russia From Evading Sanctions Through Crypto
Japan will propose a revision of its foreign exchange law to parliament, said a government official. дальше »
2022-3-28 15:22
Sudan's Central Bank Warns Against Using Crypto as Economy Suffers: Report
The central bank said that cryptos carry high risks, which includes financial crimes, piracy and the loss of value. дальше »
2022-3-28 14:36
Making your voice heard ahead of Thursday’s critical EU vote
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2022-3-29 02:23
White House Wants Public Comments on Crypto’s Energy Use and Environmental Impact
The White House’s science and technology team is seeking public commentary on the energy use and climate impacts of crypto. дальше »
2022-3-26 00:08
EU Lawmakers to Vote on Blocking Anonymous Crypto Payments, Documents Show
The European Parliament also wants to curb payments to tax havens and check people’s identity even for payments between unhosted wallets, internal papers reveal. дальше »
2022-3-26 21:32
‘We Have Entered a Period of Pain,’ Says WazirX CEO of India’s New Tax Laws
Nischal Shetty, one of the most prominent figures in India’s crypto industry, talks candidly and at length about what’s at stake with the country’s new tax provisions. дальше »
2022-3-26 20:58
Janet Yellen, Sounding More Constructive, Acknowledges Crypto's Role in Finance
The former Fed chair and current Treasury Secretary has previously been skeptical, and in 2018 said she “was not a fan” of Bitcoin. дальше »
2022-3-26 19:14
India Passes Stiff Crypto Tax Laws Despite Industry Uproar
Amendments sought by the crypto industry were not accommodated and the policies will go into effect on April 1. дальше »