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US Regulators Urgently Working on Joint Cryptocurrency Regulation: Fed’s Quarles Says It’s ‘High Priority’
26.5.2021
U.S. government agencies are urgently working together on a joint regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, Federal Reserve Vice Chair of Supervision Randal Quarles has confirmed. “We along with the OCC and the FDIC are engaged right now in what we are calling a sprint in seeking to pull...
Biden administration is reportedly reviewing ‘gaps’ in crypto regulation
25.5.2021
White House officials are believed to be examining existing rules around cryptocurrencies and whether new restrictions are needed to protect investors from massive drawdowns like we saw last week
Asset Managers UBS, Pimco, T. Rowe Price Caution of Cryptocurrency Investing, Expect Strict Regulations
19.5.2021
A number of asset managers have cautioned about investing in cryptocurrencies, including UBS Wealth Management, Pimco, T. Rowe Price, and Glenmede Investment Management. “We expect more stringent policy and regulatory controls ahead for crypto as it becomes more mainstream,” said UBS....
Spanish Regulator Issues Guidelines for Fund Managers Planning to Invest in Cryptocurrencies
18.5.2021
The Spanish financial regulator is easing the entity’s tough stance towards cryptocurrencies by announcing an unprecedented measure that green lights institutional investors to enter into such business decisions. The National Securities Market Commission (CNMV) unveiled guidelines that...
NYDFS taps former DOJ attorney as deputy virtual currency chief
17.5.2021
The former Department of Justice trial attorney has been with the New York State Department of Financial Services for eight years
Bridgewater Associates’ Ray Dalio Warns Crypto’s Success Could Bring Tough Regulation
16.5.2021
Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio has warned that cryptocurrency’s biggest risk is its own success. He explained that it could attract regulators to come down tough on the crypto industry because “as a storehold of wealth no government wants to have an alternative...
SEC enforcement actions cost crypto firms and individuals $1.7B in penalties
12.5.2021
Of the 75 enforcement actions on crypto brought by the commission from 2013 to 2020, the majority involved allegations of fraud or unregistered securities offerings
Texas house passes crypto-friendly bill, now goes to senate
11.5.2021
Governor Greg Abbott has already hinted he is open to signing the bill into law
El Corte Ingles Files for a Crypto-Related Trademark to Provide ‘Financial Services’
11.5.2021
El Corte Inglés, the biggest department store group in Spain, seems to be entering into the cryptocurrency sphere. After filing for a related trademark with the Intellectual Property Office of the European Union, they have registered “Bitcor”. Trademark Is a ‘Preventive...
New SEC Chairman Unveils Policies for Cryptocurrencies, Calls Bitcoin ‘Scarce Store of Value’
8.5.2021
The new chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Gary Gensler, has shared his view on how the SEC plans to regulate cryptocurrencies, particularly bitcoin. He calls bitcoin “a digital, scarce store of value” and stresses the need to put in place some investor...
US Senator Elizabeth Warren Bashes Cryptocurrencies Citing Environmental Impact, Investor Protections
7.5.2021
US Senator Elizabeth Warren sees several issues with bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. She said that “we need a good strong regulatory agency that can continue to update,” claiming that cryptocurrencies invite “investors to come in without the ordinary protections of...
Turkish government to track crypto transactions over $1,200
7.5.2021
Turkey's Minister of Treasury and Finance sheds light on regulatory actions following an alleged $150 million crypto exchange scam
SEC chair hints at greater regulatory oversight for US crypto exchanges
6.5.2021
Gary Gensler said a regulatory framework for digital assets from the SEC or CFTC "could instill great confidence" for investors
Spain to Share Data of Users From Domestic Crypto Businesses With European Union Countries
5.5.2021
The Spanish government doesn’t stop imposing its tough stance on cryptocurrencies, as another rule comes to strengthen the existing ones. A royal decree recently enacted aligns current regulations with the European Union’s directives regarding anti-money laundering (AML). Rule Aligns...
Turkey Updates Cryptocurrency Regulation Amid Payments Ban and Collapsing Exchanges
2.5.2021
The Turkish government has updated the country’s cryptocurrency regulation following the banning of cryptocurrencies for payments and failing crypto exchanges. Published in the Official Gazette on Saturday, the new rule adds crypto trading platforms to the list of entities covered...
Task Force Pushes Biden Administration to Tighten Cryptocurrency Regulation
30.4.2021
A public-private task force has submitted a report to the Biden administration that includes recommendations to tighten the regulation of cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin, with the aim to combat ransomware. “The cryptocurrency sector that enables ransomware crime should be more closely...
Our Man in Shanghai: Huobi looks to become Grayscale of Asia, Yao Ming’s NFT wine, and Chinese crypto investors go to the dogs
30.4.2021
Huobi tackles the institutional market, you can now own an NFT of basketball star Yao Ming drinking red wine, and China’s digital yuan starts to target the private sector
SEC pushes decision on VanEck Bitcoin ETF until June
28.4.2021
The commission said it was "appropriate to designate a longer period" for the proposed Bitcoin ETF
Iran Authorizes Banks and Currency Exchangers to Use Cryptocurrencies to Pay for Imports
27.4.2021
The Central Bank of Iran has authorized banks and currency exchangers to use cryptocurrencies mined by licensed crypto miners in the country to pay for imports. Meanwhile, a bill is being drafted to provide regulatory clarity regarding crypto-related activities. Using Cryptocurrencies to Pay...
Governing body of Louisiana gives Bitcoin its nod of approval
23.4.2021
Louisiana recently gave a shout out to Bitcoin’s success in a new resolution