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Bahraini Crypto Exchange Set to Get Licensed Following Successful Graduation from the Regulatory Sandbox
The Rain cryptocurrency exchange, a Bahrain-based cryptocurrency trading platform, is on the verge of obtaining a license from the nation’s authorities following its successful graduation from the regulatory sandbox created by the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB). дальше »
2019-3-1 21:00
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MEW Users Can Trade up to $5,000 without KYC
MyEtherWallet (MEW) now allows its customers to conduct trades of up to $5,000 without KYC protocols, as announced via a press release on February 20, 2019. New Rules One of the most talked-about issues in crypto is the issue of privacy. дальше »
2019-2-25 22:00
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Irish Auctioneer to Sell Seized Belgian Bitcoins Online
On February 20, 2019, The Irish Times reported that Wilsons Auctions will auction 315 seized Belgian bitcoin in an online public sale. The Auction Wilson Auctions announced that it has taken hold of 315 bitcoin, seized by the Belgian police in an operation against local drug traffickers. дальше »
2019-2-22 22:00
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Japan: Central Bank Releases Comprehensive Central Bank Digital Currency Report
The Bank of Japan (BoJ) has issued a working paper that details the numerable pros and cons of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Published on February 19, 2019, the paper explores hypothetical problem areas, how and when CBDC’s can be used, as well as speculating on the economic implications. дальше »
2019-2-21 21:00
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The German Government Seeks the Blockchain Community’s Input on new Laws
While the German government is preparing for a strategy presentation this summer, they have also sought the consultation of the blockchain community, reported February 18, 2019. Talking Points As time goes on, more and more governments have adopted the use of blockchain in transportation, tax collection, and so on. дальше »
2019-2-20 15:00
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Indian Crypto Scammers Make $17 Million from Fake Coin Scam
The individuals behind “cashcoin,” a fake cryptocurrency, have been arrested for duping investors of over $17 million in Mumbai, India according to reports February 17, 2019. Crypto and the Gang As the general public and world government are becoming more aware of cryptocurrency and how it works, the prosecution of crypto criminals is becoming more effective. дальше »
2019-2-19 15:00
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Indonesia Officially Recognizes Bitcoin as a Commodity
Regulators in Indonesia have finally recognized Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies as commodities, thus providing legal backing for trading virtual currencies. Consequently, cryptocurrency exchanges in the country now have a set of requirements that must be satisfied before being allowed to operate. дальше »
2019-2-15 15:00
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Indonesian Bitcoin Traders Protest BTC Futures Capital Requirements
Bitcoin traders in Indonesia are protesting what they call excessive capital requirements imposed by the government on cryptocurrency futures trading. The aggrieved brokers say the restrictive law is preventing anyone from participating in the market. дальше »
2019-2-15 21:00
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Israeli NGO Accuses Hamas of Using Coinbase to Raise Funds
Shurat HaDin Israel Law Center, an Israeli civil rights NGO, believes that Hamas, the militant Islamic Palestinian nationalist movement, is using Coinbase to raise cryptocurrency funds, The Jerusalem Post reported on February 13, 2019. дальше »
2019-2-14 12:00
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CFTC Commissioner on ETF: Bitcoin Index “Not Susceptible to Price Manipulation”
Brian Quintenz, Commissioner at the Commodities and Futures Exchanges Commission (CFTC), has taken the Securities and Exchanges Commission (SEC) heads on in regards to their rejection of a bitcoin ETF. дальше »
2019-2-14 21:55
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Philippine’s Union Bank Launch of Crypto ATM Could Fuel Bitcoin Adoption
The Union Bank of Philippines, one of the country’s largest banks, is unveiling two cryptocurrency ATMs. The initiative from Union Bank has the blessings of the country’s central bank, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). дальше »
2019-2-12 13:07
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Blockchain Technology Faces data Protection Restrictions in Green Energy Sector
As blockchain technology continues to widen in adoption, industries all over the world are beginning to integrate distributed ledger systems into their business operations to create more transparency and efficiency. дальше »
2019-2-12 21:00
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0x Introduces Set of Legal Resources to Keep the Ecosystem within Compliance
Jason Somensatto of 0x’s core team recently posted an update focusing on the legal aspects of the development of financial services using the 0x platform. Legal Resources for the 0x Ecosystem On February 7, 2019, the 0x team introduced a batch of resources to help developers on the 0x ecosystem get acquainted with the keyRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-2-12 19:50
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Localbitcoins Warns Over ‘Major Changes’ For Users in AML/KYC Crackdown
P2P Bitcoin trading platform Localbitcoins has has said it will launch fresh user identification requirements as part of its push to remain compliant with EU law. EU Compliance Looms For Localbitcoins In a statement published February 8, Localbitcoins said it would make “major changes” to its user experience following new anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) policies being enacted in its home jurisdiction of Finland. дальше »
2019-2-11 11:00
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Will Regulations Help Cryptocurrencies This Year?
Cryptocurrencies and regulations have been in a long-standing stagnant relationship, with insecurities brewing from both camps. Regulation of cryptocurrencies has been an idea which has been fantasized about a lot by many bodies, especially government bodies. дальше »
2019-2-6 12:39
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SEC to Gather Blockchain Data For Major Cryptos
The Securities and Exchanges Commission is looking for a blockchain analysis firm to provide readable crypto data according to a new tender notice. It says: “The U. S. Securities and Exchange. дальше »
2019-2-2 17:07
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Cottonwood Vending Receives Bitlicense in New York
Cottonwood, a Bitcoin ATM operator, has confirmed in a January 31, 2019 tweet that they have received a virtual currency license from the state of New York. A License to Sell Cottonwood Vending LLC has gotten 2019 off to a productive start, announcing on January 31, 3019, that they have received their virtual currency licenseRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-2-2 10:00
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India: Accel India Invests $1 Million in Blockchain-Based Loan Facilitating Startup
According to a report by VCCircle published on January 31, 2019, venture capital firm Accel India has invested $1 million in startup StreamSource, a blockchain-based marketplace for unsecured personal loans. дальше »
2019-2-2 02:00
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Seven Crypto Exchanges Sign Financial Surveillance Agreement with Nasdaq
Seven crypto exchanges are now using financial surveillance technology provided by Nasdaq with only two named: Gemini and SBI Virtual Currency. “The objective that we’re trying to work with crypto, is. дальше »
2019-1-31 17:59
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Florida Appeals Court Defines Bitcoin as Money as Espinoza Ruling Reversed
In 2016, Judge Teresa Mary Pooler of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida made headlines for a ruling she made during the Michell Espinoza trial. Judge Pooler ruled Espinoza could not be charged with illegal money transmission offenses because bitcoin was not considered legal tender. дальше »
2019-1-31 17:55
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U.S. Congress Passes Bill to Investigate Crypto’s Role In Sex Trafficking
On January 28, 2019, U. S. Congress passed a bill to commission an investigation into the role played by cryptocurrency and online markets in global sex trafficking. Following the Trail On January 28, 2019, the Fight Illicit Networks and Detect (FIND) Trafficking Act of 2019 (H. дальше »
2019-1-31 11:00
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The Underbelly of Crypto Universe: Terrorist Group Seeks Donations in Bitcoin
On January 29, 2019, Izz ad-Din al-Qassam, the armed wing of the Hamas group announced that they are now accepting donations in bitcoin. This move comes after the organization’s financial isolation due to banking bans. дальше »
2019-1-31 07:00
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Bitcoin and Ether Market Update: January 30, 2019
The total crypto market cap lost another $6 billion of its value since January 28, 2019, and now stands at $113 billion. At the time of press, bitcoin sits at $3,456 and ether is being traded at $105. дальше »
2019-1-30 10:00
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CME’s New Futures Contract Opens with a Bitcoin Price Fall
About $125 million of bitcoin derivatives exchanged hands on CME this January 22nd and 23rd ahead of futures closing on Friday the 25th. Price saw no reaction, but as the... The post CME’s New Futures Contract Opens with a Bitcoin Price Fall appeared first on Trustnodes. дальше »
2019-1-30 15:42
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Washington State Recognizes the Validity of Blockchain Technology in New Bill
The Washington State Senate introduced bill SB 5638, an act that recognizes the validity of distributed ledger technology and aims to provide the legal recognition that blockchains were missing, the State’s authorities announced on January 28, 2019. дальше »
2019-1-29 06:00
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Iran Could Ban Bitcoin for Payments, Central Bank Report Suggests
The Iranian central bank has drafted a new report outlining cryptocurrency regulations in the country. дальше »
2019-1-29 03:10
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New Hampshire & Pennsylvania: Crypto-Payable Taxes, Cryptocurrency Not “Money”
Lawmakers in New Hampshire put forward a new bill on January 3, 2019, which would see cryptocurrencies legitimized as an acceptable payment method for “taxes and fees” in July 2020. Meanwhile, Pennsylvania excludes crypto from the definition of money but eases operations for cryptocurrency businesses. дальше »
2019-1-26 02:00
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Cboe Exchange Withdraws VanEck-SolidX Bitcoin ETF Proposal with the SEC
According to an official document published by the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on January 23, 2019, the Cboe BZX Exchange has withdrawn its proposed rule change which could have resulted in the listing of the VanEck SolidX Bitcoin Trust on the exchange. дальше »
2019-1-24 19:06
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Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) Opens Consultation with Cryptocurrency Stakeholders for Regulatory Clarity
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has started consultations with the UK’s cryptocurrency market participants to find out the exact digital assets that need to be regulated and the best way to regulate them so as not to stifle innovation while also adequately protecting consumers from the risks, according to consultation paper published on January 23, … Continue reading "Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) Opens Consultation with Cryptocurrency Stakeholders for Regulatory Clarity"Read More. дальше »
2019-1-24 19:00
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Coinquista and BitClude Secure Cryptocurrency License from Polish Regulator
On January 21, 2019, the Polish Financial Supervision Authority (KNF) has granted two bitcoin-linked firms, Coinquista and BitClude, licenses. Two Polish Crypto Exchanges Get Lucky Per sources close to the matter Coinquista and BitClude, two Polish firms offering clients cryptoassets exchange services, a functional wallet, and more, have been granted a license by the state’s financial watchdog, the KNF. дальше »
2019-1-24 02:00
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Bitcoin Remains Firm amid Mixed Newsflow: BTCManager’s Week in Review January 21, 2019
The price of bitcoin remains firm, gaining two percent week-on-week, amid a mix of positive and negative news. The announcement by Bakkt that it has made its first acquisition shows that the institutional crypto trading venture is on track to become a serious player in the institutional digital asset trading market and has the potential to attract a wave of. дальше »
2019-1-22 20:00
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Huobi Japan (BitTrade) Launch Operations as a Fully Regulated Exchange
Huobi Japan, the cryptocurrency exchange re-born as a result of a merger between BitTrade and Huobi Group, has now resumed operations as a wholly-regulated exchange by Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA), according to a press release on January 17, 2019. дальше »
2019-1-19 01:00
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Coinme and Coinstar Team up to Turn Californians Coins into Bitcoin
Coinstar, a U. S. -based firm that creates kiosks where people can turn their coins into cash and no-fee gift cards, has joined forces with Coinme to allow users to buy bitcoin at its kiosks at select supermarkets in the United States, reported GeekWire on January 17, 2019. дальше »
2019-1-19 22:00
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Quebec’s AMF Says Bitmex’s Activities “Were Illegal,” Demands Account Closures
“BitMEX is not registered with the AMF and is therefore not authorised to have activities in the province of Quebec. We informed this company that its activities were illegal. ” That’s. дальше »
2019-1-15 15:43
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Bitcoin Experiences Volatile Start to the Year, Struggles to Maintain $4,000 Mark: BTCManager’s Week in Review January 15, 2019
The price of bitcoin jumped to surpass the $4,000 mark to kickstart the week early on Monday morning but dropped back down again to close the week five percent lower at around $3,650. Investors rejoiced to see bitcoin jump back above the important $4,000 mark but were quickly disappointed again when bitcoin dropped from this year’s high of $4,102 down. дальше »
2019-1-15 10:00
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Japanese Regulators Grant Coincheck Cryptocurrency Exchange Full License
According to a PDF document released on January 11, 2019, the Japanese Financial Services Agency (FSA) has fully licensed the Coincheck cryptocurrency exchange after the firm reportedly met all its standards. дальше »
2019-1-14 10:00
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Canadian Electoral Body Is Looking into Cryptocurrency Donations
On January 9, 2019, it was reported that the Canadian Electoral Body, Elections Canada, has published a draft document detailing the procedure for the acceptance of cryptocurrency donations as well as seeking the input of various parties regarding the handling such donations. дальше »
2019-1-14 06:00
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China To Start Censoring Blockchain Companies From February 2019
The censorship branch of the Chinese government has approved a policy that requires blockchain-based services to censor content and allow the country’s law enforcement to access its data and the identity of their users, Reuters reported on January 10, 2019. дальше »
2019-1-13 06:00
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China Quietly Makes It Illegal to Run a Node Without Gov’t Approval
China has introduced new regulations intended to promote the ‘healthy development’ of blockchain technology. However, the new law also entitles the Cyberspace Administration of China to supervise node operators, as well as to request private information. дальше »
2019-1-11 20:00
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China Announces New Regulations for Blockchain Companies to ‘Promote Healthy Development’
China is coming down hard on blockchain companies, even though the government appears to favor blockchain over cryptocurrency. The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) announced new regulations on Jan. дальше »
2019-1-11 05:00
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European Banking Authority (EBA) Urges the European Commission to Carry out Further Studies on Cryptos
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has published the report of its assessment concerning the suitability and applicability of existing financial laws to cryptoassets. The body has made it clear that the European Union Commission needs to study the blockchain space extensively to enable it to formulate robust laws capable of governing the entire continent, according to a press release on. дальше »
2019-1-11 22:00
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Thai Ministry of Finance Gives Digital Asset Business Licenses to Four Firms
Thai Ministry of Finance has issued operating licenses to four digital asset entities, while two others were rejected
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Banking Agency Advises European Commission to Assess Common Crypto Approach
The European Banking Authority (EBA), a regulatory agency of the European Union, has published its assessment into the application of EU law to crypto assets. The agency, which is headquartered in London, recommends that the European Commission tables a response to the risks regulators associate with the field such as money laundering. дальше »
2019-1-10 01:20
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Nano (NANO) and BitGrail Crypto Exchange Dragged to Court by Silver Miller and Levi Korsinsky
Silver Miller, a United States-based securities law firm committed to investment fraud and consumer class action cases, has joined forces with Levi Korsinsky to file a class action lawsuit against Nano (NANO) and the controversial BitGrail cryptocurrency exchange for allegedly defrauding investors according to a press release on January 7, 2018. дальше »
2019-1-9 17:00
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Bitcoin and Ether Market Update: January 09, 2019
Bitcoin and Ether are hovering around $4,000 and $150 respectively as they are looking for short to mid-term support levels. BTC-USD Bitcoin lost $60 of its value on January 7, 2018, and dropped from $4,170 to $4,110 on the Bitfinex daily chart. дальше »
2019-1-9 15:30
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Five Cryptocurrency Exchanges Join the JVCEA to Protect Investors in the Industry
The Japan Virtual Currency Exchange Association (JVCEA), a self-regulatory body focused on promoting best practices in the Japanese cryptospace, has announced on January 4, 2018, that five new companies have obtained type II membership. дальше »
2019-1-8 00:00
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Crypto ETFs Could Become a Reality in Japan; but Is there Substantial Interest?
;Japan’s primary financial watchdog, the Financial Services Agency (FSA), could approve crypto exchange-traded-funds despite abandoning plans to allow Bitcoin futures, a person familiar with the matter told Bloomberg on January 7, 2019. дальше »
2019-1-8 22:00
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Malta Gaming Authority Implement Phase 1 of Crypto and DLT Regulatory Sandbox
After successfully establishing a robust regulatory framework for its cryptocurrency industry, Maltese authorities have shifted focus to the gaming world and have now implemented the first phase of its sandbox aimed at favorably regulating the use of distributed ledger technology (DLT) and cryptoassets in the gaming world, according to a press release by the MGA on January 3, 2018. дальше »
2019-1-6 17:00
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2019 Could Bring Amenable Regulations and Growth to the Cryptocurrency Industry
While 2017 successfully popularized bitcoin, altcoins and initial coin offerings (ICOs) due to the surge of the prices of all cryptoassets, 2018 brought back the proverbial rocket ship to earth via stricter regulations and blanket bans. дальше »
2019-1-6 05:00
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Ireland Increases Oversight for Cryptocurrency Exchanges and Financial Institutions
In a bid to curb the activities of bad actors who use cryptocurrencies to facilitate illicit gains such as terrorism financing, Irish authorities are set to approve the Criminal Justice Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Amendment Bill 2019, according to The Irish Times report on January 4, 2018. дальше »
2019-1-5 06:00
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