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IRS prepares for an increase in crypto cases in the upcoming tax season
4.11.2022
The criminal investigation division of the IRS says it is preparing hundreds of crypto-related cases for the upcoming tax season
38% of US voters will consider candidates' position on crypto in midterms: Survey
1.11.2022
Initiated by Grayscale, the survey suggested crypto regulation was a bipartisan issue, with the majority of Democratic and Republican respondents saying they wanted clarity
UK Crypto-Focused Parliament Group Calls on New PM Sunak to Clarify Crypto Policies
25.10.2022
The group’s chair said on Tuesday that firms in the U.K. “desperately need clarity” over the country’s approach to crypto policy
Argentina Introduces New Exchange Rates to the Mix — ‘Qatar’ and ‘Coldplay’ Dollars Go Against IMF’s Warnings
14.10.2022
The government of Argentina, which is currently applying dollar exchange controls, has added two new dollar exchange rates into its arsenal: the “Qatar” and “Coldplay” dollars. However, Kristalina Georgieva, managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has made...
First Mover Asia: BitMEX Shift From Hong Kong Reflects the Toll of Stringent Covid Policies; Bitcoin Trades Sideways Amid Energy, Employment Concerns
6.10.2022
The crypto exchange leased out a full floor of the prestigious Cheung Kong Center in 2018 but now relies increasingly on remote work. BitMEX’s largest office is now in Singapore. Bitcoin trades sideways
European Parliament members vote in favor of crypto and blockchain tax policies
4.10.2022
The resolution recommended authorities in the parliament's 27 member states consider a “simplified tax treatment” for crypto users involved in occasional or small transactions
US lawmaker hints at calling for Republican votes in 2022 Midterms over crypto policies
29.9.2022
Representative Patrick McHenry said regulatory clarity for digital assets would be one of his "top priorities" if he became the next chair of the House Financial Services Committee
Coinbase to educate users on policies held by local politicians with new app integration
14.9.2022
Verified Coinbase app users will be able to see where members of congress stand on crypto policies
New regulatory bill grants Uruguayan Central Bank control over the nation's crypto industry
13.9.2022
The Uruguayan government introduced legislation to the parliament on Sept. 5, accelerating industry regulation
US Senators Press Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Crypto Scam Policies for Facebook, Instagram, Whatsapp
11.9.2022
Six U.S. senators have demanded answers from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg about how his company is handling cryptocurrency scams on its social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and Whatsapp. “We are concerned that Meta provides a breeding ground for cryptocurrency fraud that causes...
New finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng leaves crypto policy in the UK unclear
6.9.2022
While serving as the secretary of state for business, energy and industrial strategy, Nadhim Zahawi was part of a department suggesting support for blockchain technology in 2021
What does the Fed’s fight against inflation mean for crypto? Macro analyst explains
5.9.2022
Macro analyst Lyn Alden explains why the Fed's efforts to curb inflation may take longer than expected and how they will impact the crypto markets
Hetzner anti-crypto policies: A wake-up call for Ethereum’s future
27.8.2022
The terms of services, laid down by Ethereum's second-biggest host Hetzner, prohibits customers from running nodes, mining and farming, plotting, storage of blockchain data and trading
Philippine Lawmakers, Central Bank, SEC Discuss Crypto Regulation in Senate Hearing
26.8.2022
The central bank and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of the Philippines discussed crypto regulation in a Senate hearing with the participation of several executives from the crypto industry, including from crypto exchange Binance. Philippine Regulators Discuss Crypto Policies...
CFTC and SEC propose amending reporting rules for large hedge funds on crypto exposure
10.8.2022
The two U.S. financial regulators cited the growth in the hedge fund industry as the reason for the proposed change, due in part to digital asset investments becoming more common
230 Economists Warn the US Government’s Proposed Inflation Reduction Act Will Fuel Inflation
5.8.2022
Last week, Democrats unveiled climate and health care legislation called the “Inflation Reduction Act,” and there’s a lot of debate over the name of the proposed public policy measures. After the legislation was revealed, 230 economists sent a letter to the country’s...
Crypto firms failed to deliver 'promised benefits' from lawmaker-backed incentives, says nonprofit
4.8.2022
“At a minimum, the public should have a say in these crypto handouts," said the Tech Transparency Project
Final candidates for next UK prime minister have made pro-crypto statements
28.7.2022
The Conservative Party is expected to decide between Rishi Sunak and LizaTruss as the next party leader by Sept. 5, at which point Johnson will officially step down
Crypto Council for Innovation hires government insiders to build leadership team
26.7.2022
Linda Jeng and Brett Quick will be joining the council in support of its policy and regulatory affairs team
Crypto Exchange Gemini Axes 7% of Its Staff in Second Wave of Layoffs
20.7.2022
Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange owned by the Winklevoss twins, is laying off more staff. According to reports, the company is axing 7% of its current workforce, as it engages in significant cost-cutting policies. This is the second wave of layoffs at Gemini, after the company laid off 10%...