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New Regulators in Town: What’s Next for Crypto in DC [Borderless, EP.5]
25.1.2021
In this episode, Anna Baydakova, Tanzeel Akhtar and Nik De discuss to expect from U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration regarding crypto, how QuadrigaCX users are doing and trying to predict the future for Ripple
Joe Biden Freezes FinCEN’s Crypto Wallet Rulemaking — US Crypto Regulations Under Review
22.1.2021
New U.S. President Joe Biden has frozen all agency rulemaking, including the proposal by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) relating to cryptocurrency wallets. Biden will appoint someone to “review any new or pending rules,” the White House has announced. FinCEN’s...
Former Ripple advisor set to become Comptroller of the Currency: WSJ
21.1.2021
President Joe Biden looks set to appoint another former crypto executive to head up the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
President Biden freezes FinCEN's proposed crypto wallet regulations
21.1.2021
President Joe Biden has frozen all regulatory processes including proposed FinCEN rules detrimental to the crypto industry
Economist Slams ECB Chief Lagarde’s Bitcoin Remarks as Dangerous for Cryptocurrency Regulation
20.1.2021
Responding to European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde’s recent remarks about bitcoin, the chief economist at investment firm Tressis said what Lagarde implied was “outrageous” and “dangerous” for cryptocurrency regulation. Economist Says Governments...
Dubai financial regulator working on regulations for cryptocurrencies
19.1.2021
The Dubai Financial Services Authority is reportedly looking to introduce two crypto-related consultation papers as part of its business plan in 2021
US crypto regulations will return Bitcoin to its digital cash origins
18.1.2021
The inconvenience of using Bitcoin directly may soon be dwarfed by the headache of moving it on and off exchanges
Lack of Crypto Regulations a Turnoff for Japanese Investors – Coincheck
16.1.2021
The head of the Japanese crypto exchange Coincheck said there are relatively “few” crypto-keen institutional investors in Japan – and has complained of the lack of a framework to help foster professional crypto investors.
In an interview with IT Media, Satoshi Hasuo, the Representative Director...
Bithumb Boss: Only 4-7 Korean Crypto Exchanges Will Survive Regulations
15.1.2021
The CEO of Bithumb Korea, the domestic wing of the South Korean market-leading crypto exchange Bithumb, has predicted that after soon-to-promulgate regulations kick in, there will only be between four and seven exchanges left standing.
There are currently almost 50 crypto trading platforms in...
Brian Brooks, Crypto-Friendly Bank Regulator, Expected to Step Down This Week: Report
12.1.2021
The Acting OCC head will reportedly end his brief tenure running the federal banking regulator by the end of the week
UK Treasury Calls for Feedback on Approach to Cryptocurrency and Stablecoin Regulation
12.1.2021
The U.K. government is focusing on stablecoins for the next phase of its development of crypto regulations
Crypto Long & Short: Traditional and Crypto Markets are Starting to Converge
10.1.2021
The latest OCC statement, which opens the door for banks to use blockchains to validate payments, hints at more than just better services
Eligma Raises Additional €4 Million Equity Investment at €50 Million Valuation
8.1.2021
PRESS RELEASE. Crypto payments startup Eligma has announced it recently completed a new funding round of €4 million at a €50 million valuation. The latest investment was funded by Roger Ver through Bitcoin.com, and was mainly initiated due to Eligma’s ongoing efforts to comply...
Israeli Regulator Designates Utility Tokens Issued by Companies as Securities
6.1.2021
The Israel Securities Authority (ISA) recently ruled that utility tokens issued by companies are securities and, therefore, cannot be classified as assets. The ISA’s decision comes after Israeli tech startup Kirobo sought to convince the regulator that its planned token issuance did...
UK’s Ban on Crypto Derivatives Goes Into Effect Today
6.1.2021
The Financial Conduct Authority ban on the sale of derivatives and exchange-traded notes was passed in October
Colombian Financial Watchdog Says Local Firms Can Use Capital to Buy Bitcoin
5.1.2021
The Superintendency of Corporations in Colombia has explained in an official note that companies in the country are legally allowed to buy cryptocurrencies, specifically bitcoin (BTC), to inject capital as long as they abide by local regulations. Colombian Watchdog: Local Firms Can Use Capital...
Jack Dorsey warns that FinCEN regulations will drive crypto users offshore
5.1.2021
Major U.S crypto firms are united in opposition to new AML laws proposed by FinCEN, warning they could drive users away from regulated platforms and stifle innovation
Biden Administration May Roll Back Some Crypto Regulations, Top Banking Regulator Warns
26.12.2020
The top U.S. banking regulator is concerned that the Biden administration may roll back some cryptocurrency regulations aimed at protecting consumers. This includes allowing national banks to custody crypto assets put in place during the Trump administration. Biden Administration Could Change...
Hong Kong ATMs Must Be Excluded From Coming AML Regulations, Group Says
24.12.2020
The government’s plan to regulate cryptocurrency exchanges in Hong Kong could mean ATMs may also be off-limits, the group claims
Hong Kong crypto group warns new law will restrict people’s access to Bitcoin
24.12.2020
Crypto proponents in Hong Kong say incoming cryptocurrency regulations could preclude citizens from using Bitcoin ATMs