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Bahamas National Cryptocurrency Developer Says Startups Essential for Adoption
1.6.2019
The CEO of the firm developing the Bahamas’ central bank digital currency said that startups will be key to its adoption
Rwanda’s Central Bank Issues PSA on Alleged Cryptocurrency Get-Rich-Quick Scams
30.5.2019
Rwanda’s central bank has issued a warning about alleged ICO scams and crypto pyramid schemes targeting the country’s residence
Russia’s Largest Bank Halts Crypto Plans Due to Central Bank’s Negative Stance
30.5.2019
Russia's largest bank, Sberbank, has suspended its crypto-related plans due to the central bank’s negative stance on crypto
Bahamas Central Bank Enters Agreement to Deliver First National Digital Currency by 2020
29.5.2019
The Central Bank of the Bahamas will sign an official agreement tomorrow to develop its digital fiat currency system called “Project Sand Dollar”
President of Germany’s Central Bank Warns of Serious Outcomes of Digital Currencies
29.5.2019
The president of Germany’s central bank has warned about the potential risks of introducing digital currencies
European Bank Official Shares Benefits Of Central Bank Digital Currencies, Positive Signs For Industry
29.5.2019
The European journey for cryptocurrencies has been quite dull, slow, and even uncertain at times. Compared to other regions like Asia and South America, Europe has stayed quite cold and unexplored in terms of digital currencies. However, recent developments in Europe are quite encouraging for...
G20 Countries Start Implementing Unified Cryptocurrency Standards
29.5.2019
As the G20 summit approaches, member countries have been discussing how to implement the standards set by intergovernmental organizations such as the Financial Action Task Force. While there may be some challenges in complying with the standards, the European Central Bank says the risks crypto...
Egypt: Central Bank’s Draft Law Requires Licenses for Crypto-Related Activities
28.5.2019
A new banking law drafted for Egypt’s central bank will make it mandatory to obtain licenses in advance of creating, advertising or operating platforms for issuing or trading crypto
Iran Developing National Blockchain Platform on IBM Hyperledger Fabric
28.5.2019
Iran is currently actively developing a national blockchain platform that will eventually run the country’s financial market
ECB Official Says Wholesale Central Bank Digital Currency a ‘Viable Option’
28.5.2019
A European Central Bank council member has come out generally in favor of wholesale central bank digital currencies
European Bank Official Discusses Potential Benefits of Central Bank Digital Currency
27.5.2019
A member of the Governing Council of the ECB, Vitas Vasiliauskas, discussed the benefits of central bank digital currency in a recent speech
Africa: Central Bank of Malawi Says Crypto Is Not Legal Tender, Warns of Trading Risks
27.5.2019
The Reserve Bank of Malawi said that crypto is not legal tender in the country, while the bank is against crypto-related activities
Crypto-Italy: Institutions, Politics, Business and Society
26.5.2019
Is Italy going “crypto”? Some significant changes have been affecting institutions and politics before today’s 2019 European elections — a survey on the status of the blockchain revolution in the Bel Paese
Security Token Platform iSTOX Admitted to Central Bank Sandbox
24.5.2019
iSTOX, a Singapore Exchange-backed security token platform, has joined a regulatory sandbox set up by Singapore's central bank
Supreme Court Advocate Suggests How to Regulate Cryptocurrency in India
24.5.2019
An Indian supreme court advocate has shared some thoughts on the kind of cryptocurrency regulation India can benefit from. The right regulatory framework “would ensure transparency, oversight and accountability,” but a “one size fits all” regulation would be a mistake,...
Russian Central Bank to Consider Gold-Backed Cryptocurrency
23.5.2019
The Bank of Russia will consider the use of a gold-backed cryptocurrency to facilitate international settlements, according to its governor
Russia’s Central Bank to Consider Gold-Backed Cryptocurrencies for Mutual Settlements
23.5.2019
Russia’s central bank will consider an opportunity to issue a gold-backed cryptocurrency to close mutual settlements with other countries
Over 55,000 Brazilians Conned For $200 Million By Fake Cryptocurrency, As Crypto Frauds Refuse To Die
23.5.2019
Crypto related frauds continue to be a headache for the market. Another one pops out its head from Brazil, where a fake cryptocurrency scams over 55,000 investors. The estimated fraud value is said to be over $200 million. The primary for crypto scams has been the lack of awareness among investors....
Central Bank of Russia Expects Crypto Draft Bill to Be Adopted in Spring 2019
22.5.2019
Russia’s central bank believes that the draft bill on crypto regulation is prepared enough to be adopted in spring 2019, in accordance with the order of president Vladimir Putin
Israeli Court Rules Bitcoin Is an Asset
22.5.2019
An Israeli court has ruled that bitcoin is an asset, confirming the central bank’s stance. The case involves the country’s tax authority and the founder of a blockchain startup who argues that profits from the sale of cryptocurrency should be tax-free. The court has ruled in favor...