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Chainalysis Lays Off More Staff in New Round of Crypto Job Cuts
7.10.2023
Blockchain forensics firm Chainalysis is shedding a chunk of its workforce, the second time it’s doing so within this year. The news comes in a difficult period for the whole industry which saw a number of such moves in 2023, against the backdrop of a persistent bear market and increased regulatory...
Taiwanese Lawmakers Target November for First Crypto Regulatory Draft Bill: Report
6.10.2023
Taiwan legislators are working towards presenting the country's first crypto regulatory bill in November 2023, according to an exclusive interview granted to the Block's Timmy Shen.
Parliament member under the Yuan's arm, Yung-Chang Chiang, stressed the need for a special law to guide...
Dubai Regulator Blocks the Sale and Distribution of Islamic Coin
6.10.2023
Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) recently said the company distributing and marketing islamic coin (ISLM) lacks the authority to do so. VARA said Bored Gen DMCC must cease marketing activity until it obtains the appropriate approvals. The steps taken by the regulator came...
Canadian regulatory body clarifies stablecoin rules for exchanges and issuers
6.10.2023
The umbrella organization for Canada's securities regulators has set out conditions for the trading and issuance of stablecoins
Dutch Crypto Firms Secure Partial Legal Victory Against Regulatory Fees
5.10.2023
Crypto firms in the Netherlands, including Bitvavo and Coinmerce, have achieved a partial victory in their legal battle against fees totaling $2.3 million imposed by Dutch regulators. They argued that these fees were excessive and discriminatory....
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DOJ Clamps Down on SBF’s Regulatory Loophole Defense Amid Ongoing Fraud Trial
4.10.2023
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has asked the judge in Sam Bankman-Fried’s (SBF) criminal case to restrict several planned defense arguments about financial regulations. Prosecutors said in a new court filing that SBF should not be allowed to claim he’s innocent because cryptocurrency...
Hong Kong Emerging as Crypto Hub Amid East Asia's Regulatory Challenges - Is China Reversing Course?
4.10.2023
Although Eastern Asia - once a top market - has seen a decline in crypto activity over the past several years, Hong Kong may provide the region with "a potential tailwind," according to research firm Chainalysis.
While Hong Kong is rising as a global leader in the regulated digital asset market...
Bitcoin Price Prediction: BTC Rises 4% Despite US Wallet Ban & O'Leary's Remarks on Regulatory Hurdles
4.10.2023
On Wednesday, Bitcoin faced a modest decline of nearly 0.50%, with its trading price settling at $27,412. However, this slight dip belies the cryptocurrency's resilient performance over the past week, witnessing an impressive surge of nearly 4%. ...
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Kevin O’Leary Warns of Crypto Innovation Fleeing US Due to Regulatory Hurdles
4.10.2023
Shark Tank investor Kevin O’Leary, aka Mr. Wonderful, has expressed concerns that regulatory obstacles will drive crypto innovation away from the U.S. His comments followed a congressional hearing where Congress members grilled U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler...
Crypto liquidity provider GSR receives regulatory approval in Singapore
2.10.2023
The license allows GSR to provide crypto and fiat-related services to Singaporean residents and entities
The World Federation of Exchanges Chips Recommendations for Crypto Service Providers as Regulatory Concerns Grow
29.9.2023
The World Federation of Exchanges, WFE has shared its suggestions for the digital asset sectors as user adoption and regulatory fears surges.
In a Sept 28 press release, the exchange body pointed out six recommendations for the sector and regulators to address user fears as some of their members...
Coinbase gets regulatory consent by Bermuda Monetary Authority
29.9.2023
Coinbase International Exchange has obtained regulatory approval from the Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA) to offer perpetual futures to eligible non-U.S.-based retail consumers. Coinbase, which is recognized as the most secure and dependable crypto-based company, is now prepared to operate with...
Coinbase Launches Perpetual Futures Trading for Retail Crypto Traders Outside the US
28.9.2023
Coinbase has received a regulatory stamp of approval to start offering perpetual futures trading to retail crypto traders outside the U.S., opening up access to the $5.5 trillion global derivatives market. Coinbase Extends Perpetual Futures Trading to Retail Traders Abroad The Bermuda Monetary...
Coinbase Receives Regulatory Approval to List Perpetual Futures Trading to Users Outside US
28.9.2023
The company has been looking to expand globally and announced its international exchange in May this year
US Crypto Exchange Kraken Wins ‘Milestone’ Regulatory Approvals in Europe
28.9.2023
Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken announced new achievements in implementing its strategy to pursue expansion on the European market. The U.S. trading platform for digital assets said it has received regulatory nods from the monetary authorities of Ireland and Spain, two of the EU nations with...
ETH Staking Has a Bright Future, Despite Regulatory Uncertainty
27.9.2023
The SEC’s incoherent approach to the market is having a chilling effect on compliant and regulated investors. But there are workarounds that give investors greater comfort, says Jason Hall, CEO of Methodic Capital
Binance Reopens Registrations in Belgium, Restores Services
27.9.2023
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance is now accepting new registrations of Belgian users following an interruption caused by regulatory actions against it. In June, the trading platform was ordered to cease providing crypto exchange and custody services in the EU country. Binance Returns to Belgium...
Gemini to Halt Crypto Services in the Netherlands Due to Regulatory Pressure - Here's What You Need to Know
26.9.2023
Crypto regulation in the Netherlands has led Gemini to discontinue its services in the country. In an email sent to users today, the exchange announced that it will cease offering its services starting November 17, 2023.
This move comes in response to stipulations put in place by the...
Chase UK to Block Crypto Payments Amid Scam Concerns and Regulatory Changes
26.9.2023
JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s U.K. division, Chase UK, is putting the brakes on cryptocurrency-related payments. Come October 16, any Chase UK customers attempting to make a bank transfer or card payment linked to crypto will find themselves thwarted. Chase UK to Halt Crypto Payments...
Kraken Pushes Forward on Expansion in Spain, Ireland With Key Regulatory Steps
26.9.2023
Kraken obtained a registration from Spain's central bank, while its Irish subsidiary secured a license