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Montenegrin Justice Minister discussed Do Kwon’s case with SEC
23.5.2024
The Terraform Labs co-founder was still in Montenegro as his lawyers and the courts considered requests for extradition to the U.S. or South Korea
Indian Finance Minister: Crypto Regulation Needs Global Consensus
20.5.2024
Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman advocates for global consensus on cryptocurrency regulation, highlighting the need for international cooperation, particularly within the G20. She noted that while Indian regulators have differing opinions regarding how to treat crypto, there is currently...
UK Minister Says Government Only Has Time to Implement Stablecoin, Staking Legislation
8.5.2024
Economic Secretary Bim Afolami said that the government could put through stablecoin and staking legislation in the coming weeks but will outline was is coming later
Microsoft pours $2.2 billion into Malaysia for cloud and AI expansion
2.5.2024
In its statement, Microsoft will collaborate with Malaysia to establish a national AI Center of Excellence and enhance cybersecurity capabilities
Pakistan’s Finance Minister Reaffirms Government’s Interest in Digital Currency
29.4.2024
Pakistan's plans for a central bank digital currency gained fresh momentum on Sunday, with finance minister Muhammad Aurangzeb raising the debate again.
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Japan’s Web3 Ambitions Hang in Balance as Political Scandal Rocks Kishida’s Leadership
29.4.2024
Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and the ruling Liberal Democratic Party are advocating Web3 development amid a major corruption scandal that threatens their political stability. With leadership elections approaching in September and declining party support, the future of Japan’s...
UK to Issue New Crypto, Stablecoin Legislation by July, Minister Says
15.4.2024
The country passed a landmark bill in June that laid the foundation for stablecoins and other crypto to be treated as regulated financial activities
Thailand’s State Authorities Seek Regulations on Crypto P2P Activities
11.4.2024
Thai minister Prasert urged the SEC to develop and adjust existing crypto regulations to include supervision of purchase and sale of P2P crypto.
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New Zealand Minister Calls for Overhaul of Digital Asset Regulations
10.4.2024
The Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs of New Zealand, Andrew Bayly, has recommended a revamp of the country's approach to digital assets and blockchain technology.
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New Zealand Crypto Policy Should Support Industry, Minister for Commerce Says
10.4.2024
The country's "wait and see" approach to regulating crypto could risk New Zealand missing out on the benefits of industry developments, a government inquiry found
Iceland’s Prime Minister Vows to Prioritize Food Security Over Bitcoin
26.3.2024
Iceland’s Prime Minister Katrín Jakobsdóttir has vowed to focus more power on producing food internally while reducing the energy expenditure in data centers and bitcoin mining. Jakobsdóttir stated that while the country was working to achieve carbon neutrality, bitcoin and cryptocurrencies...
Crypto Exchange Okx Shuts Down Services in India Due to Regulations — Advises Users to Withdraw All Funds
22.3.2024
Cryptocurrency exchange Okx has notified its users in India that the platform is shutting down services in the country “due to local regulations.” The exchange has advised users in India to “withdraw all funds” from their accounts by the end of April. The Indian government...
Crypto Assets Suitable Only for Trading and Speculation, Not Currency Use: India’s Finance Minister
18.3.2024
Bitcoin's record high above $72,000 hasn’t changed the Indian government’s position on crypto, according to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
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Indian Finance Minister Says Crypto Assets Cannot Be Currencies — Expects ‘Some Framework Emerging’ From G20 Discussion
17.3.2024
Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has stated that it is the position of the Indian government that crypto assets cannot be currencies, which are issued by central banks. She clarified that crypto assets can be used for trading, speculation, profit-making, and various other purposes....
UK Minister Expects Stablecoin and Staking Legislation Within Six Months: Bloomberg
20.2.2024
UK Economic Secretary to the Treasury Bim Afolami has said the UK government was "pushing very hard" to bring legislation for stablecoins and staking services for crypto assets within six months, according to a Bloomberg report
Indonesia’s Presidential Election Sees Crypto-Friendly Team in the Running
14.2.2024
Indonesia former Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto has declared victory in the presidential election following unofficial vote counts indicating a significant lead, potentially securing a single-round win in his third bid for the presidency. Subianto, along with his pro-crypto running mate Gibran...
How Indonesia’s Election Outcome Will Impact Crypto
14.2.2024
Indonesia, a trillion-dollar economy, is impossible to ignore. The country held its election on Wednesday with defence minister Prabowo Subianto and ex-governors Anies Baswedan and Ganjar Pranowo all competing to become the next president. In December, Indonesia’s Mayor Gibran Rakabuming...
Zimbabwe to Launch ‘Structured Currency’ Linked to Gold, Says Finance Minister
14.2.2024
The Zimbabwean government plans to launch what it calls a “structured currency.” Some commentators and social media users have expressed skepticism over the government’s latest currency plans. Zimbabwe’s Structured Currency The Zimbabwean Finance Minister, Mtuli Ncube, has said...
Former British Finance Minister Denies Crypto Lobbying Allegations
9.2.2024
The UK’s former Chancellor of the Exchequer, Lord Philip Hammond, has denied allegations that he may have been illegally lobbying for crypto company Copper. Hammond currently Chairs the Switzerland-based crypto firm. He has had the appointment since January last year after first serving as...
Britain’s Former Finance Minister George Osborne Joins Coinbase’s Global Advisory Council
3.2.2024
Britain’s former chancellor of the exchequer, George Osborne, joins Coinbase’s global advisory council. Osborne becomes the latest high-profile politician to join the crypto exchange’s advisory council. The former finance minister has said he is looking forward to working with...