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'Don't kill crypto' billboard goes up in Alabama in advance of House tackling infrastructure
26.8.2021
"We want members of Congress to know that we'll be watching them and that we won't let them hide from their positions on this," said Evan Greer
Korea’s FSC Chairman Nominee Skeptical Over Cryptocurrency as Financial Asset
26.8.2021
A former central bank official, nominated to head South Korea’s financial watchdog, has expressed skepticism about recognizing cryptocurrency as a financial asset. In comments to a parliamentary committee, Koh Seung-beom has confirmed his views on the matter align with those of international...
UK Regulator FCA Says Crypto Exchange Binance Has Complied With Its June Requirements
26.8.2021
The U.K. financial regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), has announced that cryptocurrency exchange Binance has complied with the requirements it imposed on the company in June. The FCA further clarified that while Binance is allowed to provide some investment services, it is...
US Treasury Assures Crypto Requirements in Infrastructure Bill Won’t Target Non-Brokers Even Without Amendment
25.8.2021
Despite the broad definition of a broker in the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill, an official of the U.S. Treasury Department says that non-brokers will not be targeted even if the bill is not amended. The official added that crypto advocates’ fears are unwarranted. Treasury Official Says...
Let’s be clear: Blockchain technology is infrastructure
25.8.2021
With continued dialogue between the blockchain industry and the U.S. Congress, there is still hope that regulatory legislation will arrive at a mutually beneficial resolution
CFTC commissioner says agency has broad enforcement authority on crypto derivatives
23.8.2021
"A trading platform that offers derivatives on digital assets to U.S. persons without registering, or in violation of CFTC trading rules, is subject to the CFTC’s enforcement authority," said Dawn Stump
El Salvador president announces infrastructure already being built ahead of country's Bitcoin adoption
23.8.2021
According to Nayib Bukele, there will be 200 ATMs and 50 branches capable of converting Bitcoin into U.S. dollars starting on Sept. 7
Iran to lift Bitcoin mining ban in September
23.8.2021
Authorized Bitcoin miners will be able to resume their operations after the electricity preservation policy during the hot summer months
81% of finance execs say blockchain has gone mainstream: Survey
23.8.2021
Despite the finance service industry being bullish on blockchain and crypto, respondents still outlined cybersecurity as the greatest hurdle to mainstream adoption
PayPal launches crypto services for UK customers
23.8.2021
PayPal customers with verified identities will soon have access to crypto trading. However, crypto transactions for PayPal business accounts aren't yet supported
How will regulatory troubles and mandatory KYC impact Binance Coin (BNB) price?
22.8.2021
Data shows traders have mixed emotions about BNB’s future given Binance’s regulatory troubles and new mandatory KYC policy
DeFi regulation must not kill the values behind decentralization
22.8.2021
The rise of DeFi improves financial inclusion and should be allowed to flourish in a regulated, and thus protected, environment
Missouri mayor suggests giving residents up to $1K in Bitcoin
20.8.2021
Jayson Stewart hinted Cool Valley residents could be required to HODL the funds for five years
VanEck and ProShares apply to withdraw Ethereum ETF filings from SEC
20.8.2021
It’s unclear why both asset managers chose to apply for and withdraw seemingly similar applications for Ether ETFs on the same days
Brazil’s central bank president endorses crypto regulation
20.8.2021
Central bank head Roberto Campos Neto recognized the demand for greater crypto regulation as the country evolves in the market
SEC boss says DeFi platforms are ‘highly centralized’ and will need to register
20.8.2021
SEC chairman Gary Gensler stated that many DeFi projects are “highly” centralized in certain aspects, as they are developed by a “core group of folks” who are incentivized to promote their platforms
Canadian regulator alleges OKEx operator violated securities law
19.8.2021
The commission has made similar allegations against Bybit, crypto exchange KuCoin and Polo Digital Assets
Crypto-friendly CFTC commissioner Brian Quintenz reportedly plans to step down
19.8.2021
Quintenz's 5-year term at the agency was originally scheduled to end in April 2020, but he has twice extended his departure
Former SEC chair Jay Clayton joins Fireblocks advisory board
19.8.2021
In his new role, Clayton wil aid Fireblocks in navigating the regulatory hurdles for developing and deploying digital asset infrastructure, especially around capital markets
Nigerian Central Bank Freezes Bank Accounts of Fintech Firms, Accuses Them of Violating Forex Regulations
19.8.2021
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) reportedly frozen bank accounts belonging to four fintech firms for up to 180 days after a Federal High Court in Abuja acceded to an “ex parte motion.” The ex parte motion, which is a form of temporary suspension, was granted after a Nigerian chief...