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Fed conference hears stablecoins may boost USD as global reserve currency
6.7.2022
The underlying tech of a central bank digital currency wasn’t enough to convince some panelists at a Fed conference that it could change the international currency system
ECB officials prepare for 'harmonization' of crypto regulations: Report
4.7.2022
Regulators from 19 EU member states will reportedly attend a supervisory board meeting in July to discuss MiCA and its possible implementation
'More Work to Be Done' as EU Imposes Strict New Crypto Regulations
1.7.2022
After the EU has reached an agreement on cryptoasset regulation that sets out strict rules for all actors in the crypto market, the crypto industry reminds itself that there's still "more work to be done."...
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EU Agreement Reached on Anti-money Laundering Rules for Cryptocurrencies
30.6.2022
European institutions have reached an interim consensus on a set of EU regulations that will burden crypto companies with the obligation to help prevent money laundering, among other illicit activities potentially involving digital assets. The progress comes as the Union seeks to comprehensively...
Binance to assist Cambodia in developing crypto regulations
30.6.2022
Crypto exchange Binance has signed similar agreements with governments in Kazakhstan, Dubai and Bermuda
Ripple CEO criticizes SEC for 'contradictions' on crypto regulations
23.6.2022
“The SEC [decided] to do regulation through enforcement, which is not efficient and really I think has stifled innovation in the United States," said Brad Garlinghouse
Former SEC Lawyer Sees More Crypto Regulations After Celsius Network's Debacle
21.6.2022
“This is going to lead to a real push for some significant regulation and oversight,” Moses & Singer LLP Partner Howard Fischer said on CoinDesk TV’s “All About Bitcoin.”
Ukraine Joins European Blockchain Partnership as Observer
19.6.2022
Ukraine has been granted observer status in the European Blockchain Partnership (EBP). Officials in Kyiv hope the move will facilitate the implementation of blockchain technologies by the Ukrainian government and lead to the adoption of more efficient crypto regulations. Ukraine Advances Toward...
South Korean Government Calls for Voluntary Regulations From Crypto Industry
15.6.2022
The executive power and the ruling party in South Korea have urged the cryptocurrency industry for what officials describe as voluntary regulatory measures, a Korean media report revealed. The call was issued during a consultative meeting devoted to crypto assets. Government Asks South Korean...
EU Nears Agreement on Crypto Regulations, Report Reveals
12.6.2022
Authorities in the EU are moving closer to a deal on a legislative package tailored to comprehensively regulate the crypto market and related activities in Europe. According a media report, an agreement on the key legislation is likely to be reached as early as this month. Deal on EU Crypto...
Lithuanian Government Approves Stricter Crypto Regulations
11.6.2022
The government in Vilnius has approved amendments introducing more stringent regulations for the country’s growing crypto space. The legislation is aimed at managing risks associated with crypto assets and preventing Russian attempts to circumvent Western sanctions imposed over the war...
New Crypto Lawsuits, Pan-Asian Crypto Regulations, Hiring Pause + More News
3.6.2022
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Central Bank of Armenia Urged to Regulate Cryptocurrencies
3.6.2022
Calls have been issued in Armenia for the central bank to do its job and put the country’s crypto space in order. Both government regulators and representatives of the financial sector insist that the industry needs regulation to prevent the use of cryptocurrencies for illicit purposes....
China state media signals tighter crypto regulations in Terra aftermath
31.5.2022
China has used its Economic Daily media outlet to signal that further regulatory action may be taken toward stablecoins in the wake of the collapse of Terra’s algorithmic stablecoin
Chinese Crypto Regulations Force NFT Gaming App Stepn to Block Mainland Users
29.5.2022
China’s anti-crypto regulations have reportedly forced the non-fungible token (NFT) game, Stepn, to exclude users from the mainland starting on July 15. Shortly after the announcement, Stepn’s in-game cryptocurrency is reported to have briefly dropped by 38%. Stepn Adheres to Local...
Binance to Advise Kazakhstan on Crypto Regulations
27.5.2022
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance will assist the government of Kazakhstan in efforts to regulate the country’s crypto space. The global coin trading platform will also help with the integration of the domestic banking system with the expanding digital assets market. Kazakhstan to Cooperate...
Kevin O’Leary Expects US Crypto Regulations to Come Out After Midterm Elections
22.5.2022
Shark Tank star Kevin O’Leary, aka Mr. Wonderful, says U.S. crypto regulations will not come out until after the midterm elections. He explained that President Joe Biden “is not interested in discussing crypto” when his approval ratings have sunk to record lows. O’Leary...
G7 Finance Ministers Call to Accelerate Global Crypto Regulations Following UST Collapse: Report
19.5.2022
G7 ministers meeting in Germany want the Financial Stability Board to act faster after the collapse of stablecoin terraUSD
Global Regulators Consider Launching a Joint Body to Coordinate Crypto Rules
15.5.2022
Global market regulators are likely to launch a joint body within the next year to better coordinate cryptocurrency regulations, said a top executive of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO). A Global Body to Coordinate Crypto Rules Top executives at the International...
Georgia to Unveil New Cryptocurrency Law by This Fall
6.5.2022
Authorities in Georgia are now holding discussions with industry representatives to finalize a bill designed to regulate coin trading, among other crypto-related activities. The legislation will be presented to the Georgian society this fall at the latest, a top central bank official announced....