Russian lawmaker pushes for Hamster Kombat ban over scam concerns

Anatoly Aksakov, the leader of Russia’s State Duma Banking Committee, has urged banning Telegram’s tap-to-earn game Hamster Kombat, saying it “manipulates” people’s minds. Russian lawmakers appear to be set to address concerns about Telegram‘s Hamster Kombat, as Anatoly Aksakov, head…

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Total Crypto Ban In Russia Imminent: Lawmakers Confirm Enforcement In 5 Months

Russian lawmakers have announced their intention to introduce restrictions on the circulation of crypto assets, which could be implemented as early as September 1.  The Chairman of the State Duma Committee on the Financial Market, Anatoly Aksakov, revealed that a vote on a ban on organizing cryptocurrency circulation will be held in the coming weeks.  […]

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EU lawmakers vote for landmark Artificial Intelligence regulation

The European Union Parliament has voted in favour of an AI Act. If ratified, the law will require AI systems like ChatGPT to first undergo review before release to the public. The regulation also seeks a ban on real-time biometric recognition.

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North Carolina lawmakers pass bill opposing CBDC payments

The House of Representatives of North Carolina has passed legislation to ban payments to the state using a central bank digital currency (CBDC)

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North Carolina joins Florida in passing anti-CBDC legislation

North Carolina lawmakers have passed a bill to ban central bank digital currency (CBDC) payments and block the state from participating in testing — according to the co-founder of the Satoshi Action Fund, Dennis Porter.

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US lawmakers introduce bipartisan bill proposing ban on members investing in ‘financial instruments’

Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Matt Gaetz — lawmakers diametrically opposed on a variety of issues — joined forces to stop congressional members from trading stocks.

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Allow Influencers to Promote Registered Crypto Firms, French Senators Say

Lawmakers in the French National Assembly are seeking to effectively ban promoting crypto on social media, but Senators appear to favor lighter restrictions

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Can the RESTRICT Act Be Used to Ban Bitcoin in America?

The RESTRICT Act might be used as grounds for banning Bitcoin in the US, but implementing a ban poses challenges. Instead, lawmakers should consider alternatives like stricter regulations or government-backed digital currencies.

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Is France’s Pending Social Media Ban on Crypto Enforceable?

Recently, French lawmakers proposed an amendment to Bill 790 that would criminalize promoting crypto on social media. The amendment proposes a two-year prison sentence and a €30,000 ($32,600) fine for violators.

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EU Lawmakers to Vote on Limited Ban on Self-Hosted Crypto Payments

Anti-money laundering plans have slightly liberalized but are set to bring NFT platforms into the regulatory fold

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French lawmakers propose ban on crypto influencer promotions

According to the proposal, individuals caught violating the prohibitions could face a two-year prison sentence and a 30,000 euro fine.

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French Lawmakers Agree to Effectively Ban Crypto Influencer Promotions

Social media stars wouldn’t be allowed to shill unlicensed crypto under anti-scam plans voted on by the National Assembly’s Economics Committee Wednesday

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Crypto Influencers Could Take a Revenue Hit as US Mulls TikTok Ban

Crypto influencers stung by last year's rout may sustain a further a revenue decline if U.S. lawmakers ban TikTok. The post Crypto Influencers Could Take a Revenue Hit as US Mulls TikTok Ban appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Sen. Hawley Introduces Act to Ban Lawmakers from Trading Stocks

Coinspeaker Sen. Hawley Introduces Act to Ban Lawmakers from Trading Stocks The bill was supported by some representatives of both the Republican and Democratic parties. Sen.

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US lawmakers could consider stock trading ban in next session of Congress

All members of Congress are already required to report most investments in stocks and cryptocurrency, but many have pointed to potential conflicts of interest.

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Cardano Founder Says Bitcoin Mining Is Point of Contention for U.S. Lawmakers

Cardano founder says there are some calls to ban Bitcoin mining if miners fail to achieve carbon neutrality

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European Union Plans to Ban Interest Payments on Deposits in Stablecoins

European lawmakers will hold final discussion of bill on regulation of cryptocurrencies on June 30

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New York senate passes bill that could ban crypto mining in the state

Lawmakers in New York passed a bill that would ban new Proof-of-Work (PoW) mining operations from setting up shop in the state. The post New York senate passes bill that could ban crypto mining in the state appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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US Lawmakers Are Making Moves To Ban China’s Digital Yuan From App Stores In The Country With New Bill

A trio of Republican lawmakers are making a move to limit the use of the digital yuan in American cyberspace. The lawmakers argue that the digital yuan could be used to spy on American citizens. While the US has stalled in its CBDC development, China has made significant strides with its digital yuan. China’s digital […]

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European Union vote against anonymous trading on exchanges

European Union lawmakers have voted in favor of a law that will ban privacy-based crypto transactions in exchanges. However, the crypto community is strongly against the move, with many saying it would stifle the industry’s growth potential.

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Bitcoin mining finds fresh support from Russian Finance Ministry

While supporting crypto mining companies, the Russian lawmakers are still not sure whether they should ban individuals from mining crypto.

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EU lawmakers oppose a ban on proof-of-work cryptocurrencies

The European Union will be moving ahead with the proposed Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) legislation. However, the legislation will not include a ban on proof-of-work mining. Proof-of-work is a consensus implemented by blockchains such as Bitcoin (BTC/USD) and Ethereum (ETH/USD).

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EU Lawmakers Vote Against BTC Ban, Two Factors Will Help SHIB Spike to $0.01, Cardano’s TVL Hits New Highs: Crypto News Digest by U.Today

Take a closer look at what’s happening in the world of crypto with U.Today’s news digest!

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BREAKING: EU Lawmakers Vote Against Bitcoin Ban

European cryptocurrency community has managed to avert a potentially "catastrophic" proof-of-work ban within the EU

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First Putin, now Finance Ministry: No crypto ban, rather regulation is the way to go

Russian lawmakers and administration are locking horns over the fate of the country's cryptocurrency sector, even as the threat of a blanket ban looms over its head. In the latest development, the RusThe post First Putin, now Finance Ministry: No crypto ban, rather regulation is the way to go appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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New Bill to Ban Crypto Payments in Iran, Support Mining and Regulate Exchange

Urged by the growing popularity of cryptocurrencies, Iranian lawmakers have prepared new legislation to introduce comprehensive rules for the expanding industry. While the bill effectively bans crypto payments in the country, it aims to support cryptocurrency mining and regulate the exchange market.

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Iran To Ban The Use Of Crypto In Payment Transactions

In what might be yet another door slamming shut to the use of cryptocurrencies including bitcoin for payments in mainstream commerce, Iranian lawmakers have drafted a bill dubbed “Support for Cryptocurrency mining and organizing the domestic market for exchanges” that will bar cryptocurrency payments throughout the country.

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Proposed bill in Iran could ban all foreign-mined cryptocurrencies

Lawmakers seem to be attempting to establish a legal framework behind a Central Bank of Iran decision for people to only use crypto from state-licensed mining operations for payments.

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Iran Plans to Ban Bitcoin Payments

A draft bill prepared by Iranian lawmakers bans the use of all non-national cryptocurrencies for payments

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Good News For Bitcoin Bulls As Russian Lawmakers Consider Reversing Ban On Crypto Payments

Russians looking forward to incorporating digital assets like bitcoin into their lives have recently received spectacular news, as the country’s lawmakers are now apparently considering allowing cryptocurrencies to be used as a means of payment.

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Restrictions on Crypto Trading to Deprive Nation of Opportunities, Iranian Fintechs Warn

Startups have spoken out against government attempts to curb the operations of crypto exchanges in Iran. Cryptocurrency trading is not illegal, Iranian fintechs insist, calling on lawmakers and regulators to develop rules that would allow the sanctioned country to continue to take advantage of decentralized money transfers.

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Nigerian Senate Invites Financial Regulators To Discuss Crypto Ban

An Outright Ban Won’t Solve Much Nigerian lawmakers have summoned the country's Central Bank Governor and the head of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Nigerian Tribune reports. The decision came following a session concerning the recent crypto ban that was announced by the Central Bank last week.

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Nigerian Senators Outraged at Central Bank Bitcoin Ban

Nigerian lawmakers have strongly opposed the recent action by Nigeria’s Central Bank, demanding it appears in front of the senate to explain itself. “I am strongly against the outright ban...

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Indian Crypto Industry Launches Campaign Urging Lawmakers to Dismiss Crypto Ban Bill

Indian crypto exchanges have pooled their resources together and launched a campaign to gain support from as many parliament members as possible about cryptocurrency regulation. The crypto bill is listed to soon be introduced in parliament.

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Indian Lawmakers Introduce New Bill to Ban “Private Cryptocurrencies”

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Indian Lawmakers Reportedly Discussing Bitcoin, Crypto Ban — Again

Indian policymakers are discussing a new law to permanently ban the trade of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in the nation, reported Moneycontrol on Tuesday. Ban Bitcoin, Once Again The Indian cryptocurrency market cannot seem to catch a break.

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Russia Proposes Law That Criminalizes Buying Bitcoin With Cash, Offenders Face 7 Years in Jail

Russian lawmakers have proposed new laws that seek to ban the use of bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies in the country, local media reported. According to draft bills submitted by a group of deputies to the Russian parliament recently, individuals may face up to seven years in prison and fines of up to $7,000 for […] The post Russia Proposes Law That Criminalizes Buying Bitcoin With Cash, Offenders Face 7 Years in Jail appeared first on Bitcoin News.

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US Lawmakers Seeking to Ban Companies From Using End-to-End Encryption With a New Draft Bill

US lawmakers and the Department of Justice are looking to ban end-to-end encryption, making Internet users vulnerable to a host of attacks on their privacy from both malicious hackers and from the government.

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How Would a US Ban on End to End Encryption Affect Cryptocurrency?

According to reports US lawmakers and the Department of Justice want to ban end-to-end encryption in the name of protecting the children. This could have implications for cryptocurrency. Encryption Embargo The reports are suggesting that Attorney General William Barr has questioned the use of encryption to turn devices into ‘law-free zones’.

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India Bitcoin Ban Notably Absent From Upcoming Government Discussions

It doesn’t look like lawmakers in India are in any hurry to move forward with the draft bill to outlaw the use of cryptocurrencies in the nation. The government has issued a list of topics that it will table during its Winter parliamentary session and the controversial Bitcoin ban is absent from it.

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California bans law enforcement from using facial recognition software for the next 3 years

California lawmakers today passed a bill placing a three-year state-wide moratorium on the use of facial recognition technology by law enforcement agencies. AB 1215, The Body Camera Accountability Act, was introduced earlier this year by assemblymember Phil Tang, a Democrat.

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Trump ‘Will Ban’ Bitcoin When Price Reaches $100,000

Bitcoin could see a total ban in the United States if its price reaches $100,000, a well-known industry commentator has warned.   Tom Lee: ‘Nothing Out Of Reach’ For US Gov’t In a Twitter debate about Washington’s snap ban on flavored e-cigarettes on Sept.

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Anger At Call For Congress To Place ‘Effective Ban’ On Bitcoin Mining

Bitcoin proponents have reacted angrily to what they warn is a fresh attempt to make US Congress ban public cryptocurrencies. Murray: US Should Treat Miners Like Banks As financial news outlet Business Telegraph reported, on September 3, an expert witness went before lawmakers to argue miners on blockchains such as Bitcoin’s should face full banking-style regulation.

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U.S.: Legislation Realizes Bitcoin Is Harder To “Ban” Than They Thought

Despite the fears of some that regulations would be the reason why cryptocurrency falls, and the “bubble” pops, an article by Forbes published on July 30th, 2019 reports that U. S. lawmakers have finally concluded that this wouldn’t be possible.

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US Congressional Hearings: Lawmakers Acknowledge A Bitcoin Ban Is Impossible, Even If They Tried

Bitcoin has seen an impressive bull run this year, rising by more than 200% from 2018 lows. However, since Facebook unveiled plans to develop its own digital currency, Libra and regulators poured cold water on these plans, bitcoin has been bearing the brunt of increased scrutiny by lawmakers.

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Forbes%3A No Possible Ban for Bitcoin from US Lawmakers

The past hearings on cryptocurrencies and blockchain have shown that it will be difficult for US lawmakers to ban Bitcoin%2C it is better to head it

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Forbes: No Possible Ban for Bitcoin from US Lawmakers

The past hearings on cryptocurrencies and blockchain have shown that it will be difficult for US lawmakers to ban Bitcoin, it is better to head it

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Research Shows the U.S Dollar has been used to Launder Money 800x more than Bitcoin

The cryptocurrency industry has faced a lot of resistance mainly from governments of the globe for several reasons. One of the main reasons given is that cryptocurrencies can be used for money laundering and lawmakers have proposed a complete ban several times.

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Tom Lee Is Afraid Trump will Institute a Bitcoin Ban

Fundstrat Lead Analyst Thomas Lee shared his worst nightmare on Twitter and it involved the U. S. President placing a ban on Bitcoin. Is Libra Dragging Bitcoin Down? As the US Congress and Senate hearings on Facebook’s Libra cryptocurrency wrapped up, members of the Trump administration shifted their gaze onto Bitcoin and cryptocurrency as a whole.

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