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Working Group Meets to Prepare Regulations for Cryptocurrencies in Russia
24.12.2021
A crypto working group has held its first meeting at Russia’s parliament. Its members have been tasked to put forward legislative proposals designed to comprehensively regulate cryptocurrencies and related matters in the Russian Federation. Working Group Gathers at State Duma to Draft Crypto...
Bank of Russia Sees No Place for Crypto in Financial Market, Finalizes Digital Ruble Prototype
22.12.2021
In advance of presenting its comprehensive view on crypto regulations, the Central Bank of Russia has indicated that it sees no place for cryptocurrencies in the country’s financial market. The monetary authority also announced that the prototype of the platform for its own digital currency...
Financial Services Company SBI Group Launches Diversified Crypto Fund in Japan
19.12.2021
SBI Group, the financial services company group based in Tokyo, Japan, has announced the launch of a crypto asset fund that consists of seven different digital currencies. The crypto fund launched by the Japanese company includes bitcoin, ethereum, xrp, litecoin, bitcoin cash, chainlink,...
Russia to Decide Between Full Ban and Legalization of Crypto Investments, Trade
17.12.2021
Authorities in Russia are discussing two very different approaches to the regulation of cryptocurrencies and related activities. While the Bank of Russia is reportedly seeking to introduce a ban on buying crypto assets, lawmakers are moving forward with efforts to adopt rules for mining, exchange...
DeFi Companies Reach Out to Finance Ministry for Crypto Regulations
16.12.2021
The recently-proposed crypto regulations are harboring attention as DeFi companies reach out to the finance ministry. The firms seek more clarity on the regulations, propositions, and effects. Most of these firms revolve around offering interest on crypto-insurance, loans, and deposits. The primary...
Russia’s Federation Council to Set Up Working Group on Crypto Regulations
12.12.2021
The Federation Council of the Russian legislature is forming a working group expected to propose comprehensive regulations for cryptocurrencies. Officials from several ministries and government agencies, as well as members of the country’s expanding crypto industry, will join the body....
New Crypto and Blockchain Association Launches in Iran
1.12.2021
A recently established crypto industry association in Iran has commenced activities under the country’s chamber of commerce. Its management hopes to help remove obstacles challenging its members while facilitating the implementation of blockchain technology in the sanctioned nation’s...
Proposed tightening of Australian crypto regulations could stifle competition: Kraken
23.11.2021
Kraken Australia’s Managing Director is concerned that a proposed new licensing regime for crypto exchanges could collapse the vibrancy of the industry down under
Kyrgyzstan Shuts Down Cryptocurrency Farm With 2,500 Mining Rigs
17.11.2021
Authorities in Kyrgyzstan have uncovered and shut down a large crypto mining farm in the north of the country. Law enforcement officials claim the illegal coin minting facility has inflicted “colossal damage” to the nation’s power grid and that they are still trying to estimate...
Iran Blockchain Association Offers Help With Crypto Regulations, Says Regulators Are Not Qualified
4.11.2021
The leading crypto industry association in Iran has slammed authorities for their passive stance regarding crypto regulation. The government’s inaction is a source of concern, the organization said, offering its assistance to regulators whom it considers not sufficiently qualified to deal...
BNY Mellon Urges Ireland to Adopt Crypto Rules Before EU Regulations, Report Reveals
25.10.2021
As authorities in the EU are still discussing union-wide cryptocurrency regulations, a major U.S. bank has reportedly lobbied the Irish government to adopt its own rules for the space. BNY Mellon launched its digital asset business in Ireland this year to provide custodian services to institutional...
Pakistan Court Orders Government To Develop Crypto Regulations
22.10.2021
The Sindh High Court, the top court of Pakistan’s Sindh province, has instructed the country’s government to develop regulations for cryptoassets within a three-month period, and established a committee to look into the legality of such regulations under Pakistani law. ...
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Pakistani high court orders government to regulate crypto in three months
20.10.2021
The SHC also asked for a report on deliberations surrounding crypto regulations within the same time period
Estonia Considers Revoking Crypto Licenses as Government Mulls Tougher Regulations
16.10.2021
Authorities in Estonia are working on new legislation expected to stiffen the rules for the country’s cryptocurrency sector. The Baltic nation’s regulator for the industry is considering whether to revoke previously issued crypto licenses and restart authorization from scratch....
Right-wing Indian group calls for stricter crypto regulations
15.10.2021
The leader of the conservative Hindu group has called for proper policing of the crypto space along with other stricter measures targeted at the digital space
Binance continues push to become regulated crypto exchange with new hire
14.10.2021
Amid the weight of regulatory scrutiny, Binance continues to grow its international compliance team for better relations with financial regulators
VC firm a16z pursuing crypto lobbying push in Washington
13.10.2021
Andreessen Horowitz executives will seek to guide U.S. policymakers on standards for crypto and Web 3.0
Sri Lanka Appoints Committee to Draft Digital Currency Policy, Seeks Crypto Investments
10.10.2021
In preparation to regulate its fintech space, the government of Sri Lanka has established a special committee tasked to formulate the country’s policy on digital banking and crypto-related activities. The committee comprises professionals from the public and private sectors. New Committee...
10 Crypto Exchanges File for Registration With Korean Regulators Ahead of Deadline
24.9.2021
Cryptocurrency exchanges in South Korea have until midnight on Friday to register with financial authorities in order to continue operating legally. Only 10 digital asset trading platforms have already submitted their documents to the Korean anti-money laundering body. Compliance Deadline for...
Iranian Lawmakers Oppose Crypto Restrictions, Call for Supportive Regulations
22.9.2021
Members of the Iranian parliament, the Majlis, have voiced concerns over Tehran’s restrictive policies towards innovations such as cryptocurrencies. Following the release of a study recommending a new approach towards the crypto industry, the lawmakers have called for the adoption...