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Bybit receives VASP, card operator registration in Argentina
16.8.2024
Bybit’s registration as a virtual asset service provider was made possible by a law passed in July
Meta denies claim more than half of Facebook crypto ads are scams
16.8.2024
Australia’s competition watchdog has claimed 58% of crypto ads on Facebook are scams; Meta says the data is old and unreliable
Ecuador’s Data Protection Agency Lacks Resources to Assess Worldcoin’s Compliance Status
13.8.2024
The Superintendence of Data Protection, Ecuador’s data protection agency, stated that it lacks the resources needed to assess the compliance of Worldcoin, the biometric and universal basic income (UBI) project, with the country’s laws. The head of the institution, Fabrizio Peralta-Diaz...
47 Companies Apply to Operate in Turkey Under New Crypto Regulations
12.8.2024
Turkey’s Capital Markets Board has issued an update on crypto asset service providers following new regulations. The provisional lists include 47 operational companies and three that are planning to liquidate. Current crypto service roviders are required to apply for permits or proceed with...
IRS Unveils Overhauled Crypto Tax Form With No Address Disclosure Requirements
10.8.2024
The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has unveiled an updated Form 1099-DA for reporting digital asset transactions, introducing key changes that may address past criticism and privacy issues. This new version, reportedly set to be partially implemented in 2025, removes several contentious...
Tech firms pen letter to EU requesting more time to comply with AI Act
9.8.2024
Tech companies release a joint letter requesting more time from the EU to comply with AI Act requirements, citing challenges due to the summer recess
Elon Musk’s X suspends data collection for AI training, EU watchdog says
9.8.2024
After proceedings in an Irish court, the local Data Protection Commission said X agreed to suspend processing personal data of EU users to train its AI system
OKX cracks down on Tornado Cash users with account terminations
9.8.2024
As the crypto industry expands, exchanges like OKX face mounting pressure to strengthen compliance and prevent illicit activities on their platforms
Federal Reserve Cites Significant Deficiencies in Customers Bancorp’s AML Compliance
8.8.2024
The U.S. Federal Reserve Board has found “significant deficiencies” in Customers Bancorp, Inc.’s management of risk and adherence to anti-money laundering (AML) regulations. These issues, particularly troubling for the bank known for its crypto-friendly stance, were detailed in...
Customers Bank to strengthen AML compliance after Fed scrutiny
8.8.2024
The crypto-friendly bank’s activities during the 2023 banking crisis will also be examined
Customers Bank to strengthen AML compliance after Fed scrutiny
8.8.2024
The crypto-friendly bank’s activities during the 2023 banking crisis will also be examined
UK’s FCA provides more guidance on crypto promotion compliance
7.8.2024
The financial regulator is trying to bring companies offering crypto services into line with requirements that came into force in October
UK’s FCA provides more guidance on crypto promotion compliance
7.8.2024
The financial regulator is trying to bring companies offering crypto services into line with requirements that came into force in October
DOJ Launches Whistleblower Awards Program to Tackle Crypto Crimes
2.8.2024
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated a Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program to encourage reporting of corporate criminal activities. This three-year program targets financial institutions, including cryptocurrency businesses, to enhance the detection and prosecution...
EU MiCA implementation is a “pivotal moment” for crypto regulations: compliance expert
2.8.2024
The European Central Bank recently joined forces with Crystal Intelligence, as its blockchain analytics partner for the upcoming MiCA implementation
Worldcoin spreads across Europe with Austria digital ID launch
2.8.2024
Worldcoin expands its digital ID verification technology to Austria, offering residents in Vienna access to the World ID system with multiple locations throughout the city
Worldcoin spreads across Europe with Austria digital ID launch
2.8.2024
Worldcoin expands its digital ID verification technology to Austria, offering residents in Vienna access to the World ID system with multiple locations throughout the city
EU watchdog warns of offshore crypto risks under MiCA regulation
1.8.2024
The European Securities and Markets Authority warns crypto companies operating globally of the potential risks that may arise while seeking authorization under MiCA
EU watchdog warns of offshore crypto risks under MiCA regulation
1.8.2024
The European Securities and Markets Authority warns crypto companies operating globally of the potential risks that may arise while seeking authorization under MiCA
EU AI Act comes into effect — Here’s what to expect
31.7.2024
The European Union’s AI Act takes effect on Aug. 1, introducing significant regulations for artificial intelligence through phased implementation and key compliance obligations