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India’s financial regulator fines Bybit $1M, compliance status unclear
Bybit has been fined $1.06 million for PMLA non-compliance India blocked Bybit sites pausing the exchange operations in the country Bybit is seeking a VDASP license amid compliance confusion India’s financial watchdog has levied a hefty fine on Bybit, one of the world’s largest crypto exchanges, for failing to adhere to the country’s stringent anti-money […] The post India’s financial regulator fines Bybit $1M, compliance status unclear appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »
2025-2-6 15:36 | |
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Kazakhstan blocks illegal crypto exchanges to combat money laundering
Kazakhstan authorities have blocked over 3,500 illegal cryptocurrency exchanges in a move to address money laundering concerns. According to a recent press release from the AFM RK, the country’s financial watchdog, the regulator liquidated 36 illegal crypto platforms in 2024… дальше »
2025-1-9 13:53 | |
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4 crypto startups earn MiCA licenses from Dutch watchdog
Dutch regulators awarded new crypto licenses to four digital asset service operators, allowing the quartet to do business anywhere in the European Union under MiCA. дальше »
2025-1-7 17:46 | |
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Crypto Ad Ban In UK A Failure? 50% Still Active Despite Restrictions
The Financial Conduct Authority, the UK’s financial watchdog, faces challenges in enforcing its rules on illegal crypto advertisements. Despite flagging 1,702 illegal cryptocurrency ads, websites, and apps between October 2023 and October 2024, only 54% were removed online, with nearly half still active and luring potential investors or unsuspecting victims, the Financial Times disclosed. Related […] дальше »
2025-1-3 01:00 | |
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Indonesia to centralize crypto regulation under financial watchdog by January 2025
Indonesia is preparing for a major overhaul of its crypto regulatory framework, with the Financial Services Authority (OJK) set to assume oversight from Bappebti, which currently operates under the Ministry of Trade, according to a report by the Jakarta Globe. дальше »
2025-1-2 16:23 | |
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Australia’s corporate watchdog sues Binance’s unit over consumer protection failure
Australia’s corporate regulator, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), announced on Wednesday that it has filed a lawsuit against Binance’s local derivatives business, alleging misclassification of retail customers as wholesale clients, thereby denying them consumer protections. дальше »
2024-12-18 08:27 | |
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UK to ban public crypto offers in incisive new regulatory climate
A new paper by the UK’s financial watchdog puts the brakes on the crypto industry; effectively banning the issuance of crypto offers by non-regulated entities. In a new report published on Dec. 16, the UK’s financial authority has outlined new… дальше »
2024-12-16 15:29 | |
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South Korean watchdog probes Coinone after MOVE price soared x46k times: report
South Korea’s financial watchdog is investigating the Coinone crypto exchange over Movement’s token sharp price swings, raising concerns over potential unfair trading. A major investigation is underway into Korean crypto exchange Coinone after the price of the Movement (MOVE) token… дальше »
2024-12-12 12:42 | |
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Pump Fun updates terms to block UK users days after FCA warning
Pump. Fun has restricted access to users in the UK days after receiving a regulatory warning from the country’s financial watchdog. The decision comes after a Dec. 3 warning from the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), which flagged the Solana-based memecoin launchpad for potentially offering financial products without authorization. дальше »
2024-12-8 20:59 | |
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South Korean watchdog squashes rumors of corporate crypto roadmap
South Korea’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) denied reports claiming the government has finalized a roadmap for issuing real-name crypto accounts to corporations, including public institutions and nonprofit organizations, according to a Dec. дальше »
2024-12-6 21:19 | |
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Crypto.com expands into US equities market with acquisition of Watchdog Capital
Crypto. com acquires Watchdog Capital to enter the U. S. equities market. The acquisition enables the trading of stocks and options alongside crypto services. CEO Kris Marszalek promises a full range of services by year-end for investors. дальше »
2024-11-1 20:18 | |
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Crypto.com acquires Watchdog Capital in a move to the US equity market
In a strategic move to expand its presence in traditional finance, Crypto. com has acquired Watchdog Capital, LLC, a U. S. -based, broker-dealer registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission. дальше »
2024-11-1 19:50 | |
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Taiwan’s financial watchdog to expand oversight of crypto exchanges: report
Taiwan’s financial regulator is reportedly set to enforce a registration system for crypto exchanges in late November, signaling heightened scrutiny in the sector. Taiwan‘s Financial Supervisory Commission is poised to implement a registration system for crypto exchanges on Nov. 30,… дальше »
2024-10-30 13:16 | |
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HKMA teams up with Thailand, Brazil central banks on cross-border tokenization pilots
Hong Kong Monetary Authority has partnered with the Bank of Thailand and Banco Central do Brasil to advance cross-border tokenization projects under collaborative initiatives. Hong Kong‘s financial watchdog, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, has partnered with the central banks of… дальше »
2024-10-28 12:36 | |
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ASIC charges former crypto exchange CEO with $1.47m Bitcoin fraud
Australia’s securities watchdog has charged the former CEO of defunct crypto exchange Mine Digital for defrauding an investor of $1.47 million. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has charged Grant Colthup with one count of fraud after a customer of… дальше »
2024-10-22 10:06 | |
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Kazakhstan proposes stricter controls for bank transfers to foreign crypto exchanges: report
Kazakhstan’s financial watchdog is set to implement new restrictions that would require banks to automatically deny banking transfers to overseas crypto exchanges. The Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Regulation and Development of Financial Market, which oversees the country’s… дальше »
2024-10-16 17:09 | |
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EU markets regulator demands enhanced cybersecurity audits for crypto firms: report
The EU’s markets watchdog is reportedly set to call for mandatory external audits of crypto companies’ cyber defenses to enhance consumer protection amid rising security breaches. The European Securities and Markets Authority is said to be gearing up to advocate… дальше »
2024-10-16 14:20 | |
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South Korean regulator to review crypto ETF approval: report
South Korea’s financial watchdog is reportedly set to review the approval of spot crypto ETFs and the legalization of corporate crypto accounts through a newly formed committee. South Korea, which has been cautious in its approach to crypto regulation, is… дальше »
2024-10-10 16:20 | |
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Taiwan regulators mull piloting crypto custody services with local banks: report
Taiwan’s financial watchdog reportedly plans to launch a pilot program for crypto custody services, with three banks already expressing interest. Taiwan‘s Financial Supervisory Commission is set to launch a pilot program for crypto custody services, aiming to stimulate institutional adoption… дальше »
2024-10-10 10:26 | |
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Taiwan’s financial watchdog greenlights foreign crypto ETFs for pro investors
Taiwan's move to allow foreign crypto asset ETFs for pro investors could enhance market diversification but also heighten regulatory scrutiny. The post Taiwan’s financial watchdog greenlights foreign crypto ETFs for pro investors appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-9-30 11:51 | |
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India’s FIU considers approving two more foreign crypto exchanges
Following Binance and KuCoin, two more offshore cryptocurrency exchanges could receive the green light from India’s financial watchdog by March 2025. Sources familiar with the matter told a local media outlet that India’s Financial Intelligence Unit is reviewing registration requests… дальше »
2024-9-5 11:04 | |
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Nearly Half of All Corporate Election Spending in 2024 Cycle Comes from Crypto Companies, Study Finds
Nearly half of all corporate political contributions in the 2024 election cycle came from cryptocurrency companies, according to a Wednesday report from corporate influence watchdog Public Citizen. дальше »
2024-8-22 01:13 | |
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Australian watchdog files lawsuit against ASX over misrepresenting $165 million blockchain project
Australia’s Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has filed a lawsuit against the Australia Securities Exchange (ASX) Ltd. , accusing it of misleading statements about its blockchain trade settlement project, according to an Aug. дальше »
2024-8-15 20:30 | |
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Swiss financial watchdog FINMA rolls out guidance for stablecoin issuers
Swiss regulator FINMA has published guidance on stablecoin issuers, urging them to verify the identity of all persons holding digital tokens pegged to fiat currencies. The Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority has published new guidance addressing the risks and challenges… дальше »
2024-7-27 13:14 | |
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Washington financial watchdog warns of scam involving fake crypto ‘professors’
A new scam is targeting cryptocurrency investors, with the bad actors masquerading as business “professors.” According to a warning issued by the Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), the scheme starts with advertisements on social media platforms like Facebook,… дальше »
2024-7-17 12:48 | |
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Australia’s AUSTRAC warns of crypto’s growing role in illicit activities
Australia’s financial watchdog has expressed concerns over the surge in digital currency usage in facilitating illicit transactions. Per the 2024 Money Laundering National Risk Assessment from the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC), a financial intelligence agency, the nation… дальше »
2024-7-15 13:20 | |
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Payeer fined €9.3m for sanctions evasion
Lithuania has imposed a €9.3 million ($10.07 million) fine against local cryptocurrency firm Payeer over sanctions violations, Reuters reported on Wednesday. Specifically, Lithuania’s financial crimes watchdog, the Financial Crimes Investigation Service (FNTT), penalized the regulated crypto company for facilitating the… дальше »
2024-7-10 17:38 | |
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Binance Dealt Another Blow: India’s Financial Watchdog Imposes $2.2M Fine For AML Violations
India’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has imposed a $2.2 million fine against Binance — the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume — for running afoul of the country’s anti-money laundering rules. дальше »
2024-6-21 22:37 | |
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Binance faces $2.2 million penalty from India’s financial watchdog for AML breaches
India's FIU imposes a $2.25M fine on Binance for AML rule breaches, urging future compliance with financial regulations. The post Binance faces $2.2 million penalty from India’s financial watchdog for AML breaches appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-6-21 11:50 | |
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SEC crypto watchdog resigns after nearly a decade
David Hirsch resigns from the SEC's Crypto Unit after leading landmark cases and expanding DeFi oversight. The post SEC crypto watchdog resigns after nearly a decade appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-6-18 16:58 | |
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Ethfinance Under Fire: Washington Watchdog Issues Fraud Alert
Washington state regulators are investigating Ethfinance, a crypto trading platform, after a local investor reported losing a staggering $310,000. The case raises red flags about potential crypto scams preying on unsuspecting victims through social media. дальше »
2024-6-14 18:00 | |
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Four offshore crypto exchanges eye return to Indian market
India’s financial watchdog, the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), has received new petitions from offshore cryptocurrency exchanges seeking to resume operations in India. According to a June 14 report from local news outlet Business Standard, a senior government official told the… дальше »
2024-6-14 15:30 | |
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In Conversation With Brian Nelson
Last October, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) – the U. S. Treasury Department's money laundering watchdog – announced a proposal to label crypto mixers as a "primary money laundering" concern, a move that alarmed a broad swath of the crypto industry. дальше »
2024-6-14 07:30 | |
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Hong Kong Announces Inspection Of Crypto Platforms’ Offices As Licensing Deadline Nears
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has recently announced it will conduct in-site office inspections for the crypto platforms seeking licensing. The watchdog highlighted that the 18 “deemed-to-be-licensed” applicants would have to undergo the examination to receive approval of their application. дальше »
2024-5-29 20:30 | |
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Hong Kong orders Worldcoin to stop collecting iris biometric data
HK's privacy watchdog ordered Worldcoin to delete all collected iris biometric data, citing privacy law violations and lack of transparency. The post Hong Kong orders Worldcoin to stop collecting iris biometric data appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »
2024-5-23 17:12 | |
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Hong Kong’s privacy watchdog accuses Worldcoin of violating data laws
Hong Kong’s privacy regulator has found that Worldcoin contravened local privacy laws, required the Worldcoin Foundation to cease all operations in the region. Worldcoin, an iris biometric crypto startup co-founded by OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman, has found itself embroiled… дальше »
2024-5-22 10:30 | |
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India’s securities watchdog calls for crypto regulation; Turkey moves toward licensing model
Turkey and India advanced crypto policies on May 16 that could create a framework for businesses and investors operating in each country. Reuters reported that the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) wants multiple regulators to oversee crypto trading in the country. дальше »
2024-5-17 03:09 | |
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IMF backs crypto to solve Nigeria’s forex issues despite local crackdown
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recommended that Nigeria embrace the regulated use of digital assets by licensing international crypto exchanges. The watchdog made the proposal in its latest consultation report for Nigeria. дальше »
2024-5-11 01:45 | |
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