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UAE regulators to allow Dubai-licensed VASPs to service entire country
11.9.2024
The agreement between UAE regulators covers the mutual supervision of crypto providers, penalty imposition, information exchange and employee training.
Central Bank of Latvia opens pre-licensing consultations to crypto companies
9.9.2024
Latvia’s central bank is taking proactive steps to align with the EU’s upcoming crypto regulations by offering free pre-licensing consultations for crypto-asset service providers
Latvia’s central bank opens pre-licensing consultations to crypto companies
9.9.2024
Latvia’s central bank is taking proactive steps to align with the EU’s upcoming crypto regulations by offering free pre-licensing consultations for crypto-asset service providers
Could centralization be the silent killer of AI and cloud innovation?
4.9.2024
Explore the risks of centralization in cloud computing and AI and discover how decentralized models are changing the landscape for innovation and independence
Could centralization be the silent killer of AI and cloud innovation?
4.9.2024
Explore the risks of centralization in cloud computing and AI and discover how decentralized models are changing the landscape for innovation and independence
South African Fintech Firm Raises $7.5 Million to Expand Financial Inclusion
30.8.2024
Omnisient, a South African fintech startup, secured a $7.5 million Series A investment from Arise to support its mission of enhancing financial inclusion across Africa and beyond. The investment will help Omnisient expand its technology to African, European, and U.S. markets. The startup is also...
New Zealand Seeks to Adopt OECD’s Crypto Asset Reporting Framework
28.8.2024
The New Zealand government has introduced a bill to implement the OECD’s Crypto Asset Reporting Framework (CARF). This framework aims to increase transparency in the crypto asset market. Effective April 1, 2026, New Zealand-based crypto-asset service providers (CASPs) must collect and report...
Wyoming Aims to Launch ‘Dollar-Dependent’ Stablecoin in Q1 2025
26.8.2024
Wyoming plans to launch a dollar-based stablecoin, the Wyoming Stable Token, in Q1 2025. The digital asset aims to provide faster and cheaper transactions for individuals and businesses in the state. Governor Mark Gordon emphasizes the importance of adopting this “dollar-dependent”...
Babylon Launches Trustless Bitcoin Staking Protocol on Mainnet
20.8.2024
Babylon has launched its bitcoin staking protocol on mainnet, marking a significant step in integrating Bitcoin’s security into proof-of-stake (PoS) ecosystems. The launch is set to provide bitcoin holders with new staking opportunities, leveraging the network’s decentralized nature....
Thailand launches regulatory sandbox to test crypto services
9.8.2024
Thailand has been moving toward a more crypto-friendly stance throughout 2024, approving a Bitcoin ETF, initiating tax breaks for crypto and more
French regulator accepting CASP applications ahead of MiCA rollout
2.8.2024
The AMF is giving firms registered under its current DASP rules ample time to transition, too
UAE Bank Launches VASP-Focused Accounts for Managing User Funds
1.8.2024
Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD), a United Arab Emirates-based bank, has launched dedicated accounts for virtual asset service providers to manage client funds. CEO Bernd van Linder said the move aligns with CBD’s core banking services and supports the bank’s plans to foster the digital economy. VASP...
South Korea's strict laws on crypto exchanges come into force
20.7.2024
The new regulations issued by South Korea’s watchdog to protect user assets on crypto exchanges went into effect on July 19
Institutional Liquidity Providers and OTC Desks Absorbed 88% of Germany’s Bitcoin Sales
14.7.2024
Institutional liquidity providers, market makers, and over-the-counter (OTC) trading desks, regardless of the term you choose, have taken in most of Germany’s bitcoin since sales began in June 2024. Data reveals that only a small amount of BTC was moved to centralized crypto exchanges like...
PancakeSwap rewards users with 2.4M ZK token airdrop
5.7.2024
PancakeSwap will airdrop 2.4 million ZK tokens to reward its community and boost zkSync PancakeSwap engagement
Nigerian SEC mandates local offices for crypto firms
4.7.2024
The requirement also states that applicants must report customer complaints and emergent risks and be subject to SEC inspections, audits, and monitoring
MiCA laws come into effect in Europe — Here’s what you need to know
27.6.2024
The EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) introduces new rules for the cryptocurrency industry, which will affect stablecoins and crypto asset service providers
Crypto.com teams up with prime crypto tax providers
26.6.2024
Crypto.com, the innovative platform for payments and cryptocurrency, has announced partnerships with top-tier tax providers, including Koinly and TokenTax. The partnership is designed to offer users the most comprehensive and dependable tax support possible. Since the acceptance of crypto...
EU Targets Crypto Asset Providers Accused of Aiding Russia in Warfare Against Ukraine
26.6.2024
The most recent European Union sanctions against the Kremlin prohibit Eurozone operators from engaging with crypto asset providers that facilitate transactions supporting Russia’s defence-industrial base. Additionally, the new sanctions regime forbids Eurozone operators from utilizing...
Nigerian Regulator Amends VASPs Rules; Threatens Enforcement Against Noncompliant Entities
23.6.2024
The Nigerian securities regulator said on June 21 that it had amended the digital asset rules to expand their scope and introduced an accelerated process for onboarding virtual asset service providers. The Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Programme provides VASPs with insights into...