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UK Regulator Ramps up Crypto Investigations and Considers KYC for Wallets
8.10.2019
The U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has been relentlessly scrutinizing cryptocurrency startups and investigations are up 74% from last year. Meanwhile, proponents of decentralized software development models and open collaboration are upset about the FCA aiming to extend KYC/AML...
Mark Zuckerberg Addresses Libra Regulation, KYC in Leaked Transcript
2.10.2019
In leaked comments from a July meeting, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg discussed internal issues for the firm's crypto network, Libra
BitShares DEX Gateway CryptoBridge Implements Mandatory KYC for Users
2.10.2019
BitShares decentralized exchange gateway CryptoBridge announces mandatory user identity verification
Traders Bemoan New Localbitcoins Identity Requirements
28.9.2019
Recent data shows that countries with corrupt governments have a strong correlation with Localbitcoins trade volumes. However, even though the over-the-counter (OTC) marketplace Localbitcoins has grown massive over the years, traders are complaining about heightened know-your-customer/anti-money...
Washington Elite Announces Summit in Vienna
23.9.2019
The Austrian capital hosts some of the world’s brightest minds in smart city, crypto, M&A and renewable energy October 11 - 12 during the Washington Elite AI and Blockchain Summit – Smart City Edition in Vienna, Austria.
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Report: Global Blockchain Tech Market to Surpass $16B by 2024
21.9.2019
Global Market Insights projects that the global blockchain tech market will exceed $16 billion by 2024
Will Blockchain Stop Personal Data Leaks?
13.9.2019
We regularly hear how companies and governments lose control over data due attacks and leaks. The practice of storing personal data on central servers is vicious and must stop in favor of blockchains and new KYC methods based on zero-knowledge protocols
Cryptoverse Laments Binance.US KYC Announcement, Lack of Token List
9.9.2019
Many cryptocurrency enthusiasts have been left bemused by the latest news from soon-to-launched American Binance branch Binance.US.
The cryptocurrency exchange posted news of Binance.US’s launch on September 7, explaining that the company would be following KYC (know-your-customer) protocol,...
Binance.US to be Launched in the Next Few Weeks
7.9.2019
The number one Cryptocurrency Exchange by trading volume, Binance, is all set to cater to the crypto traders based in the United States. As per the latest official Medium blog post by Binance’s US division, dated 6th September 2019, the new dedicated Binance.US marketplace is going to be unveiled...
Crypto Needs Less Government Regulation – Not More
2.9.2019
A recent opinion article by Peter Lin, “Why Regulation Is The Best Thing For Crypto,” presents common arguments on why the state and state-affiliated institutions should administer cryptocurrency. Underlying the arguments is an assumption: the free market cannot provide necessary...
Swiss Regulator Releases AML, KYC Guidance for Blockchain Payments
26.8.2019
Switzerland’s financial regulator has released guidance on regulatory requirements for payments on the blockchain
Chainalysis Rolls Out Real-Time Threat Detector for 15 Major Cryptos
25.8.2019
Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis launches alerts for suspicious cryptocurrency transaction
How Do Crypto Exchanges Select Coins, What Does It Take to Get Listed?
20.8.2019
Here’s how exchange platforms pick new digital assets and delist others
EU Members Adopt Tougher Crypto Rules Than AML Directive Requires
13.8.2019
Europe is gradually tightening the rules for the crypto space. A wave of new regulations are introducing stricter requirements for companies operating in the industry and cryptocurrency users are going to feel the difference in the coming months. The measures stem from the obligation of member...
BitPay Now Requires Your Photo ID for Purchases Over $3K in Bitcoin
13.8.2019
Cryptocurrency payment processor BitPay is introducing new identity verification measures for certain high-value payments, refunds and payouts
WATCH: Inside the Story – The Attempted Binance KYC Extortion Explained
12.8.2019
In this video we explore how we researched and wrote our Binance KYC Leak story and what we know about the hacker, the hack, and the future of Binance
US Unveils FedNow, Bitcoin Cash Vs. Coinbase | Coffee and Crypto
12.8.2019
In this week’s “Coffee and Crypto,” Olivia and Molly Jane explore the Fed’s plans for a real-time payments system, and the alleged leak of Binance’s KYC data
Binance KYC Breach — Did It Happen, and If So, Who’s to Blame?
10.8.2019
Hacker demands 300 Bitcoin from Binance in lieu of alleged stolen KYC data
Can the Fed Kill Bitcoin? Navigating the Chokepoints of Tax Law and KYC
9.8.2019
Taxes. The one word that can kill any buzz in seconds flat. Whether you’re a libertarian ranting about how taxation is theft or one of those fabled creatures who is actually happy to file them as their so-called civic duty, one fact remains: those who don’t give the government a bite...
Topsy-Turvy Tale of White Collar Hacker and Binance 7000 BTC Hack Recovery
8.8.2019
Binance’s 7000 BTC which happened back in May theft is not unknown to anyone. A hacker with a pseudonym ‘Bnatov Platon’ was after the hackers who shaped this theft. The initial intention of Platon was selfless, and rather he wanted to bring justice. But this noble cause has soon turned sour. Platon...