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Pakistan Forms Committees to Decide Whether Crypto Should Be Legalized or Banned
4.5.2022
The Pakistani government has formed three committees to decide whether to establish a legal framework for cryptocurrency or ban it. The committees will review all aspects of the cryptocurrency business and come up with recommendations on the country’s crypto policy. Committees Constituted...
Law Decoded: The difference between New York City and New York State, April 25-May 2
2.5.2022
New York State moratorium on PoW mining reinvigorates the conversation around crypto industry's sustainability
Go green or go home? What the NY State mining moratorium could mean for crypto industry
1.5.2022
The “anti-technology” bill could accelerate mining operators' switch to renewable energy, experts say
Report: Cambodia Reaffirms Stance Against Unsanctioned Crypto-Related Activities
28.4.2022
Cambodian authorities have reportedly said that no cryptocurrency company has been issued a business license yet, and that conducting cryptocurrency-related activities in the country is still illegal. Fintech Industry Growing Rapidly The Cambodian government has not greenlighted the issuing or...
Final Fantasy XIV's Director Is Asking You Not To Be Jerks
28.4.2022
Final Fantasy XIV recently introduced a new 5v5 player-vs-player mode called Crystalline Conflict. And while for the most part it seems to be going just fine, and folks are happy with it, the team behind the game aren’t as happy with some people’s behaviour in the mode, and so have taken the time...
New York State Assembly passes ban on new BTC mines that don't use green power
27.4.2022
The bill will now be carried with support to the Senate for passing before a final sign-off into law by Governor Hochul
New York legislators to vote on PoW mining moratorium this week
25.4.2022
If passed, the suspension of both new licenses and renewal applications will last for two years
Nejenže si některé hry Číňané nekoupí, teď už nesmí ani koukat na streamy
25.4.2022
Čínská vláda přichystala další omezení pro tamní fanoušky videoher. Kromě samotných prodejů problematických titulů nyní zakazuje i jen pouhé zobrazování jejich průchodu. Streameři navíc dostali doporučení o tom, jak by se měli před kamerami chovat
National Bank of Ukraine Temporarily Bans Cross-Border Crypto Purchases With Hryvnia
22.4.2022
The central bank of Ukraine has introduced additional restrictions on international transactions that will prevent Ukrainians from buying crypto assets abroad with the national fiat. The measures are intended to reduce capital outflow amid an ongoing military conflict with Russia. Ukraine Citizens...
EU officials considered Bitcoin trading ban to enforce proposed mining ban
22.4.2022
Previously unseen documents detailing the EU’s conversations around banning Bitcoin have come to light following a freedom of information request
Sweden, EU Discussed Bitcoin Proof-of-Work Ban: Report
21.4.2022
Documents released by German site suggest ongoing concern about the environmental impact of proof-of-work technology
Noncustodial Bitcoin wallets unbannable, says exec behind Trezor wallets
21.4.2022
There are a few ways for regulators to limit the usage of noncustodial wallets, but there is no way to ban it completely, SatoshiLabs CFO said
Republic of Ireland to Prohibit Political Cryptocurrency Donations
20.4.2022
The government of Ireland is preparing to ban political parties from accepting campaign donations in cryptocurrency. The move aims to block the perceived threat of Russian interference in the European nation’s elections against the backdrop of a clash between the West and Moscow over the...
Ireland bans political crypto donations on foreign interference fears
19.4.2022
A raft of new political and electoral integrity laws proposed in Ireland will see the banning of donations made in crypto to political parties in the country
Mozilla to Reinstate Crypto Donations — Organization Will Not Accept Proof-of-Work Cryptocurrencies
13.4.2022
During the first week of January, the software community Mozilla revealed it was pausing cryptocurrency donations after citing environmental concerns. 14 weeks later, Mozilla decided last week it will accept crypto donations again, but only from digital assets that leverage a proof-of-stake (PoS)...
YouTube Streamer With 6.9M Followers Banned After Valorant Tirade Clip Surfaces
7.4.2022
In maybe the swiftest escalation of 2022, gaming YouTuber and experimental rapper IShowSpeed was banned from Valorant (and other Riot Games titles) and potentially YouTube for demeaning a female player in Riot’s tactical hero shooter. IShowSpeed has since apologized for his behavior, saying he...
Abkhazia Extends Crypto Mining Ban Till End of Year
6.4.2022
Authorities in Abkhazia have decided to maintain a ban on cryptocurrency mining in the territory. The partially recognized republic in the South Caucasus is restricting the energy-intensive extraction of digital currencies, citing problems with power supply. Bitcoin Mining Remains Prohibited...
Russia Will Not Try to Ban Home Crypto Mining, Finance Ministry Official Indicates
3.4.2022
A high-ranking representative of the Ministry of Finance in Moscow sees no point in banning crypto mining in Russian households as it would be hard to restrict the activity. The top official also revealed that the department is currently finalizing regulations for the mining sector as part...
Is China’s apprehension to ban NFTs a hopeful sign for investors?
30.3.2022
China’s mixed signals regarding its local NFT industry have investors confused about where the local market may be headed
With inflation going through the roof, Sudan’s central bank cautions citizens against using crypto
29.3.2022
Sudanese financial regulator considers cryptocurrencies to be the source of “high risks" as the demand grows