2020-10-6 13:32 |
Decentralized finance “may prove difficult to subject to regulatory requirements,” a regulatory adviser says.
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Coinspeaker EU Reveals Its Plans to Regulate Cryptocurrencies and StablecoinsThe EU has realized that the future of finance is digital and Valdis Dombrovskis has indicated that the regulatory push will help to prevent market segmentation within the EU.
2020-9-26 17:05 | |
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The Association of International Certified Professional Accountants and CPA.com are seeking applicants for their 2021 startup accelerator program, which specializes in accounting, finance and regulatory...
2020-9-7 07:51 | |
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Coinspeaker Gearing Up For Launch: BlockQuake Taps Crypto Risk Monitoring Firm Solidus Labs To Ensure Market Integrity and ComplianceThe regulatory-driven digital asset trading platform, designed by finance veterans and traders, will harness Solidus' solutions to remove market manipulation, protect investors and comply with regulatory requirements.
2020-8-21 21:18 | |
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The New York State Department of Financial Services and its French regulatory counterpart will work to "ease the entry" for fintech innovators into their respective markets.
2020-6-6 16:00 | |
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For cryptocurrencies, there is a lot left to be desired regarding the regulatory landscape surrounding it. While many still view it as a nascent innovation in the converging worlds of finance and techThe post Does regulating Bitcoin, other cryptos come at the expense of privacy? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
2020-3-22 17:30 | |
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The Financial Stability Board (FSB) is asking global finance ministers to step up their efforts in creating regulatory frameworks for crypto and other innovative digital payment systems. “Pressures That Can Lead to Market Fragmentation Exist” Crypto assets and their underlying blockchain technology have already disrupted the financial world to a great extent.
2020-2-20 18:20 | |
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The 2020 U. S. Presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg addressed the subject of cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings (ICO) in his recently published Financial Reform Policy. Bloomberg wants more “regulatory oversight” when it comes to this promising technology, claiming he sees “plenty of hype, fraud and criminal activity.
2020-2-19 03:10 | |
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During a recent Senate Finance Committee hearing, Steve Mnuchin the U. S. Treasury Secretary called on the FinCEN, a U. S financial regulatory authority, to put in place new cryptocurrencies regulations and guidelines in a bid to reduce the money laundering, illicit trades and activities that cryptocurrencies purportedly enhance.
2020-2-13 21:39 | |
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The Asia-Pacific crypto-fiat exchange Zipmex has been given a digital assets exchange license by the Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). As stated in a press release from January 20, the Thai SEC and the country’s Ministry of Finance have approved Zipmex to have its license, which is known for very strict regulatory requirements like […]
2020-1-20 18:32 | |
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The Canadian Securities Administration (CSA), the nation’s financial regulator has released new guidelines to govern crypto market participants in the country. The new guidelines require all bitcoin (BTC) trading venues and crypto exchanges to come under its purview and operate in total compliance with securities law, according to a Finance Magnates report on January 17,Read MoreRead More.
2020-1-18 20:00 | |
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Facebook’s digital currency Libra has been a big miss so far and requires a revamp in order to be supported, said the finance minister of Switzerland and outgoing president. Where regulatory consent is concerned, Ueli Maurer, the president of Switzerland said, “I don’t think (Libra has a chance in its current form), because central banks […]
2019-12-28 19:04 | |
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The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision is calling for feedback on the prudential regulatory treatment of crypto-assets. Feedback received from insiders in both the crypto and traditional finance sectors will be used to draft guidelines for banks interested in dealing with crypto-assets.
2019-12-12 20:26 | |
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A representative of the Bank of China affirmed that the country is preparing to allow security token offerings (STOs) within a strict regulatory framework. China to allow security token offerings (STOs) During the Financial Finance Technology Summit in Beijing, Weimin Guo, chief scientist of the Bank of China, expressed his views about the current state […] The post China could soon open the doors to security token offerings (STOs) appeared first on CryptoSlate.
2019-12-1 19:11 | |
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According to Eastmoney, Shenzhen, the tech capital of china recently issued a warning against illegitimate dealings taking place in the cryptocurrency industry. The report released by Eastmoney indicated that the Leading Group for Remediation of Internet Finance Risks, a regulatory body in the city, is investigating all illegal dealings in the crypto space. According to […]
2019-11-22 00:00 | |
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The G20 nations agree that global stablecoins present serious public policy and regulatory risks
2019-10-19 08:10 | |
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Facebook’s controversial ‘cryptocurrency’ project is turning into a bit of a soap opera, starring the tech giant and regulators as the main characters. Just yesterday, Germany’s finance minister Olaf Scholz said the departure of several high-profile partners from the project was a good sign, but unsurprisingly the Libra Association had a different take altogether.
2019-10-16 12:48 | |
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The U. S. government has recently been easing its regulatory grip on the crypto ecosystem. Adding to the ongoing acceptance toward cryptocurrency, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman, Heath Tarbert, publicly shared his belief that Ether (ETH) is a commodity.
2019-10-10 19:00 | |
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Facebook sat down with the United Kingdom's finance ministry, the central bank, and other regulatory officials in what was presumably a pre-emptive move to win favor before announcing its own self-titled cryptocurrency, Libra.
2019-9-20 14:09 | |
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Facebook’s nascent crypto project libra has run into serious problems, with fresh objections being raised from regulatory bodies across the globe, right from its announcement in June. Recently, France’s finance minister Bruno Le Maire announced that they won’t allow any development of Libra in their country as it threatens government’s monetary sovereignty.
2019-9-15 15:30 | |
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Bertrand Perez, General Director of the Libra Association, told the French financial media Les Echos that the stablecoin project backed by Facebook would go live by the end of 2020. His comments come a day after French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire pledged to stop Libra in Europe.
2019-9-14 18:00 | |
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Fresh reports have revealed that France wants to block Facebook’s Libra cryptocurrency in Europe. Meanwhile, financial regulators in Switzerland say they are open to international cooperation in the creation of a regulatory framework for the proposed cryptocurrency project.
2019-9-12 14:30 | |
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One of the primary concerns for governing forces with cryptocurrency is its link with unbiased cross-border monetary transactions that may help fuel global terror and illicit businesses. As the technology slowly makes way into the mainstream, officials from the U.
2019-9-12 11:08 | |
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The Financial Stability Board (FSB) has appointed Ryozo Himino, Japan’s top cryptocurrency regulator, as the new head of its Standing Committee on Supervisory and Regulatory Cooperation. FSA Cryptocurrency Regulator Joins FSB In a press statement issued on Monday (September 2, 2019), the international financial system watchdog announced Himino’s appointment.
2019-9-3 16:00 | |
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The UK’s top financial watchdog has concluded that Bitcoin and Ether do not require regulation, whereas utility tokens and some stablecoins will. The FCA Makes Decision on Bitcoin & Crypto Regulation Only July 31, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), announced that it will not regulate Bitcoin and Ethereum.
2019-8-1 09:19 | |
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Crypto finance solutions may be finding lower regulatory hurdles abroad as one of the most venerable exchanges takes to the islands.
2019-7-30 04:30 | |
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Galaxy Digital is now a licensed underwriter for registered public offerings, the company announced yesterday. Having already secured approval from the Financial Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Galaxy can now facilitate IPOs for crypto companies.
2019-7-26 18:46 | |
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The bureaucrat who favored the creation of a bitcoin regulatory framework in India quitted the Ministry of Finance on Wednesday. IAS Subhash Chandra Garg, who served as the Economic Affairs Secretary and Finance Secretary of India, accepted transfer order to the Ministry of Power.
2019-7-25 16:49 | |
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G7 finance chiefs met this week and Facebook’s Libra cryptocurrency was high on their agenda. They agreed on several crypto initiatives and fast regulatory responses to projects such as Libra, calling for them to meet the highest standards of financial regulation.
2019-7-20 13:00 | |
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The EU has specific laws and regulations regarding financial activity especially as they pertain to money laundering. However, it’s becoming increasingly clear that there’s a slight problem in the extent of the law regarding Bitcoin ATMs.
2019-7-17 18:38 | |
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Cardano Foundation is the latest highly-ranking company to join the Global Digital Finance (GDF). By joining the famous industry membership body whose core mandate is to preach about the need to embrace the best practices on crypto assets, Cardano expects to be part of the push.
2019-7-5 23:01 | |
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The People’s Bank of China [PBOC], the central regulatory authority that regulates Financial Institutions in the country, had issued a statement on June 25 that it would block access to all domestic and foreign cryptocurrency exchanges and ICO websites.
2019-7-4 03:30 | |
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Facebook is advertising job offers for a cryptocurrency wallet data engineer and regulatory policy expert as it moves forward with its plans for the Libra project. Meanwhile, stakeholders across the cryptocurrency and mainstream finance industries, as well as government officials, continue to express concerns about the company’s foray into the world of cryptocurrency payments.
2019-6-25 15:00 | |
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Coinspeaker G20 Welcoming Efforts of Global Regulatory Bodies on Crypto RegulationFollowing June 9 G20 meeting in Fukuoka, Japan, the G20 finance ministers, and central bank governors filed a request with the Financial Stability Board (FSB) to monitor cryptoassets-associated risks.
2019-6-10 13:26 | |
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American crypto finance company BlockFi announced support for customers using Gemini USD (GUSD) as a substitute for fiat USD, on May 29, 2019. This move paves a path for non-U. S. residents to access the dollar-denominated debt market.
2019-5-30 15:00 | |
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Bibox Europe (Bibox EU) secured full regulatory compliance, allowing it to offer cryptocurrency offerings linked to the world of traditional finance.
2019-5-20 18:32 | |
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The Ministry of Finance in Austria is considering establishing a regulatory sandbox for the fintech sector
2019-4-27 01:05 | |
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The Indian government has been progressing on cryptocurrency regulation. A recent report from the Ministry of Finance confirms some recommendations. Meanwhile, local media reported Friday that a draft bill on the regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies is being circulated among relevant government departments.
2019-4-26 11:30 | |
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The Indian government has been progressing on cryptocurrency regulation. A recent report from the Ministry of Finance confirms some recommendations. Meanwhile, local media reported Friday that a draft bill on the regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies is being circulated among relevant government departments.
2019-4-26 11:30 | |
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Gibraltar Blockchain Exchange (GBX) has appointed in-house Head of Business Development Kurt Looyens, as its new CEO. Looyens formerly held the position of Country Executive at ABN AMRO Bank in Spain, and he will be taking over from Nick Cowan, as the latter transitions into his role as CEO of the Gibraltar Stock Exchange (GSX) Group.
2019-4-19 15:13 | |
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France wants the European Union (EU) to adopt its recently enacted cryptocurrency regulations for the entire region. French Finance Minister: Ours is the Right Way France’s Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire says the EU should consider adopting the country’s approach to regulating cryptocurrencies.
2019-4-17 13:00 | |
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France looks determined to push for regulation of cryptocurrencies in Europe as its Finance Minister, Bruno Le Maire said on April 15, 2019, that he will urge his European Union partners to set up a uniform crypto regulatory infrastructure, Reuters reports.
2019-4-16 21:00 | |
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By CCN: France is pushing the boundaries with its new crypto regulatory framework, which it unveiled a week ago. Now the government plans to pressure other EU states to take the “right” approach to crypto regulation.
2019-4-16 20:11 | |
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On March 23, 2017, a new law was drafted in Mexico pertaining to financial technology. Inside the bill lawmakers propose for the first time a regulatory framework for the administration, operation, and implementation of companies who wish to offer citizens access to an alternative form of investment and finance.
2019-4-4 10:46 | |
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The Tokyo-based cryptocurrency exchange Coincheck has launched a Bitcoin over-the-counter (OTC) trading service for its users, per a post published on its official blog.
2019-4-2 18:26 | |
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What would you call an organization that is sitting atop a game-changing regulatory framework for more than a year but couldn’t submit a single proposal nevertheless? Incompetent, perhaps. It is precisely what the Interministerial Committee (IMC) has become: an incompetent group of administrators and ministers that cannot decide what it wants to do with new technologies.
2019-3-29 13:26 | |
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France isn’t at the forefront of blockchain adoption–at least, not yet. However, all that could be about to change. Paris Blockchain Week Summit from April 16-17, will be one of Europe’s largest events dedicated to blockchain professionals.
2019-3-26 00:00 | |
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It appears that China is tightening its regulatory stance on cryptocurrency. The Beijing Finance Industry Association has published a… The post Breaking: China Says ICOs and STOs Are Solicited Illegal Financial Activities, Involvement in Such Activities Will Be Severely Punished As of March 21 2019 appeared first on Invest In Blockchain.
2019-3-22 09:47 | |
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As anxiety grows around every new twist and turn in the ongoing QuadrigaCX drama, along with extensive QuadrigaCX media coverage, Canada’s mainstream media has been calling on the government to bring in better oversight and regulation of cryptocurrency businesses, especially cryptocurrency exchanges.
2019-3-20 18:42 | |
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The Securities Commission Malaysia is seeking public feedback on proposed regulatory frameworks for initial coin offerings and property crowdfunding
2019-3-7 15:09 | |
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The European Central Bank is urging faster action on the digital euro as legislative delays risk hindering progress amid growing global competition. The digital euro project is facing delays in the European Union, with the European Central Bank urging faster…
In a bid to enhance Anti-Money Laundering (AML) measures, the European Banking Authority (EBA) has expanded Travel Rules guidelines to include crypto service providers and their intermediaries. Starting December 30, crypto exchanges in the EU will need to comply with…
France, Austria, Germany and other countries are expected to have elections soon, following this month's European Parliament contest.
Authorities in Austria, along with counterparts in three other nations, have taken decisive action against an online scam masquerading as a new cryptocurrency venture. In a press release on May 8, the European Justice for Criminal Justice Corporation disclosed the…
The Bank of England is introducing sweeping regulations for stablecoins and digital currencies, but some lawmakers question whether a digital pound is needed at all.
The Belgian government has announced plans to expedite the development of a European blockchain infrastructure during its EU Council presidency in early 2024. The proposal aims to enhance the secure management and storage of official documents, including driving licenses and…
The proposed guidelines are currently in the public consultation phase for the next three months and, if approved, will come into effect starting in June 2024.