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'Secretly circulating' draft crypto bill could be a ‘boon’ to DeFi
20.10.2022
A crypto bill that industry advocates previously said would “kill DeFi” has seen an updated draft released online with one commentator saying the U.S. is “finally getting their act together.”
California Governor Vetoes 'Premature' Crypto Bill, Russia to Use Digital Ruble w/ China by Next Year, a Debit Card Enables NFT Avatar Customization + More News
27.9.2022
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California Governor Newsom Vetoes Bill to Regulate Crypto — Calls for ‘More Flexible Approach’
26.9.2022
California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill to regulate crypto in his state. He stressed that “a more flexible approach is needed” to “keep up with rapidly evolving technology and use cases” in the crypto sector. Bill to Regulate Crypto in California Vetoed...
Australian Senator Proposes Crypto Bill Targeting China's Digital Yuan
19.9.2022
The proposal lays out disclosure requirements for banks that could make China's central bank digital currency available for use in Australia, and seeks to set up licensing frameworks for stablecoin issuers
Crypto bill needs clarification on 'digital commodity' — Sheila Warren
15.9.2022
CCI CEO Sheila Warren said that there was “a very tight window” to pass the crypto bill given the possible change in leadership following the 2022 Midterm Elections
First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Struggles Following Inflation Report; California Crypto Bill Is an Overstep, Say Legal Experts
14.9.2022
The bill would prohibit California-licensed entities from dealing with stablecoins, unless that stablecoin is fully-backed by securities and issued by a bank or licensed by the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation
Uruguay’s Executive Branch Proposes Crypto Bill for Central Bank to Regulate Virtual Assets
13.9.2022
The project must be approved by the country’s Chamber of Deputies and its Senate before becoming law
Brazilian Congress Fails to Vote on Cryptocurrency Bill, Next Discussion Scheduled for September
8.8.2022
The Brazilian Congress failed to address a proposed cryptocurrency bill this week. While the proposed public policy was indeed on the agenda, the deputy chamber focused on discussing bills that tend to other issues, including health and digital education problems. The digital currency bill...
US Senators Introduce Bill to Give CFTC Exclusive Jurisdiction Over Digital Commodities Spot Market
5.8.2022
U.S. senators have introduced the “Digital Commodities Consumer Protection Act of 2022” to empower the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) “with exclusive jurisdiction over the digital commodities spot market.” Digital Commodities Consumer Protection Act U.S....
Senators Stabenow, Boozman introduce crypto bill that extends CFTC's regulatory powers
3.8.2022
The bill defines digital commodities and requires registration of digital commodities platforms by the CFTC, with language that needs tightening
Lummis-Gillibrand crypto bill likely deferred to next year
20.7.2022
Senator Cynthia Lummis said that non-crypto-versed Senators will need some time to understand and digest the proposals
Brazilian Congress Postpones Crypto Bill Vote Until After October Presidential Elections
14.7.2022
Deputies were originally scheduled to consider the text this week, which has already been approved by the Senate
Lummis-Gillibrand crypto bill comprehensive but still creates division
22.6.2022
The senators introduced new approaches to familiar questions concerning digital assets and decide how to divide regulatory responsibilities
President of Panama shoots down crypto bill citing FATF guidelines
17.6.2022
Although the President has previously called the laws innovative, his concern regarding anti-money laundering measures has put the bill back up for debate with the government
Bill Gates: Crypto Is 100% Based on Greater Fool Theory — ‘I’m Not Involved in That’
16.6.2022
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates says crypto is an asset class that is 100% based on the Greater Fool Theory. The billionaire also mocked Bored Ape NFTs, stating: “Obviously, expensive digital images of monkeys are going to improve the world immensely.” Bill Gates on Crypto and NFTs...
SEC boss worries crypto bill undermines financial protections
15.6.2022
A provision in the bill gives authority over some cryptocurrencies to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), with the agency head saying it cares about having “rigorous oversight of markets.”
Colombia Takes First Steps Toward Regulating Cryptocurrency Exchanges
9.6.2022
The Congress of Colombia has approved a bill that regulates the behavior of cryptocurrency exchanges in the country in its first discussion, taking the first steps to bring clarity to this issue. One of the creators of the bill, Mauricio Toro, a representative of the Green Party, stated that this...
Crypto Bill Condemned by Consumer Advocates in Washington
7.6.2022
Consumer group gadflies were predictably ready with a damning quote shortly after the bi-partisan legislative proposal was made public
Key US Senators Introduce Crypto Bill Outlining Sweeping Plan for Future Rules
7.6.2022
A wide-reaching, bipartisan crypto bill finally emerged Tuesday from U.S. Senators Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), who are seeking to extend a comprehensive set of regulations across digital assets in the U.S. and have given industry lobbyists something meaty to debate
Turkey Drafting Crypto Bill to Submit to Parliament in Coming Weeks: Report
31.5.2022
Turkey is reportedly drafting crypto legislation to be submitted to parliament in the coming weeks. The bill may also impose taxes on some crypto transactions. New Turkish Crypto Legislation Underway Turkey is drafting a bill to establish new rules for the crypto industry, Bloomberg reported last...