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UK crypto industry publishes Travel Rule navigation guide
6.6.2024
The Travel Rule requires crypto businesses to collect, verify and share information about digital asset transactions with another crypto company
South Korea Universities Face Banking Hurdles in Converting Crypto Donations to Cash
28.5.2024
Financial authorities in South Korea are prohibiting universities from opening corporate accounts for coin transactions. This is resulting in their inability to convert cryptocurrency donations provided by certain crypto businesses into cash.
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UAE Offers Friendlier Crypto Scene Than US Due to Political Stability: Komodo CTO
10.5.2024
Komodo CTO Kadan Stadlemann said the United Arab Emirates' political stability fosters a friendlier environment for crypto businesses to flourish, compared to the challenges they face in the US.
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Proposed US Blockchain Integrity Act would ban crypto mixers for 2 years
8.5.2024
The bill introduced in the House would impose a fine of up to $100,000 for handling funds from mixers while Treasury writes a report
Donald Trump Set To Dine With NFT Buyers At Mar-a-Lago: Report
8.5.2024
Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump is scheduled to dine with purchasers of his Trump “Mugshot Edition” NFTs Wednesday at his Mar-a-Lago estate, Axios has reported. News of the dinner comes as the former U.S. president faces 34 counts of falsifying businesses charges in relation to...
Tascha Punyaneramitdee, Founder of INIT Capital, on DeFi, Liquidity Hook Money Markets, Point Farming in Crypto, and 2024 Trends | Ep. 331
3.5.2024
Tascha Punyaneramitdee, the Core Contributor and Founder of INIT Capital, discusses liquidity hooks and their benefits for users and businesses alike, what protocols must do to ensure they have a long-standing product, the pros and cons of the popular point farming, and her thoughts on DePIN...
Report: 30% of UK Watchdog’s Financial Crime Experts Focused on Crypto Businesses in 2022-23
3.5.2024
According to a report, the Financial Conduct Authority, a watchdog for the financial services industry in the U.K., had 30% of its financial crime specialists focused on crypto-asset businesses. Assessments conducted by supervisors in the U.K. found that not only crypto-asset businesses, but nearly...
UK FCA Dedicated 30% of Financial Crime Personnel to Monitor Crypto Companies in 2023
2.5.2024
The UK’s financial watchdog dedicated nearly a third (30%) of its financial crime specialists to overseeing crypto asset businesses, according to a report released on May 1.
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Zach Bruch, Founder and CEO of MyPrize, on the Evolution of Crypto Casinos, Trading, and Creating Multiplayer Experiences in Web3 | Ep. 329
26.4.2024
Zach Bruch, the Founder and CEO of online crypto casino MyPrize, discusses MyPrize emerging from stealth, onboarding nearly 100,000 users, online casinos being a perfect vehicle for bringing more people into the crypto space, and MyPrize enabling content creators to become small businesses...
FBI Warns Americans Against Using Unregistered Crypto Money Transmitters
26.4.2024
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a warning to Americans regarding the use of cryptocurrency money-transmitting services that are not registered as Money Services Businesses (MSBs).
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EY Launches Ethereum-Based Blockchain Tool to Simplify Business Agreements
17.4.2024
Accounting firm EY launched an Ethereum-based blockchain solution on Wednesday. It aims to help businesses execute complex agreements, reduce costs, and maintain security.
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Beauty and Fashion Brands Use Web3 Technology To Better Engage With Consumers
13.4.2024
Before the emergence of Web3, brands primarily relied on Web2 channels, such as social media, to connect with consumers. In fact, recent statistics show that 77 percent of businesses use social media to reach customers. Consumer engagement strategies are evolving, however. With the maturation...
Hague Legal Body Launches Digital Asset Tokenization Project to Tackle Cross-Border Challenges
28.3.2024
The Hague Conference on Private International Law has initiated a project on digital asset tokenization. It aims to bring legal clarity to cross-border businesses engaging with digital assets.
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SEC Probing Crypto Firms to Classify Ethereum as a Security: Fortune Reports
20.3.2024
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reportedly served a number of key businesses in the crypto industry with subpoenas in relation to obtaining records about the Ethereum Foundation, a new report reveals. According to Fortune, SEC Chair Gary Gensler is leading the agency...
Enterprise Ethereum Use Cases Expected to Increase in 2024
20.3.2024
Investors are not the only ones interested in Ethereum (ETH). An increasing number of businesses also plan to leverage Ethereum this year. While large companies have previously dabbled in Ethereum, industry experts believe that enterprise Ethereum is finally gaining momentum. Data from layer-2...
Paradigm Supports Coinbase’s Case Against the SEC, Files Amicus Curiae Brief
19.3.2024
Paradigm has filed an amicus curiae brief supporting Coinbase in its legal battle against the SEC. The crypto investment firm argues that the SEC's refusal to provide clear regulatory guidance for digital assets is hindering compliance efforts and pushing businesses overseas. Coinbase's case...
FTC Updates Rules to Address AI Deepfake Threats to Consumer Safety
16.2.2024
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposed making new updates on an artificial intelligence (AI) deepfake rule on February 16. The government agency said the proposed rule changes would protect users from AI impersonations. According to the ‘Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses’...
Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce Asks Government to Allow Yuan-Linked Stablecoins
7.2.2024
The Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce (HKGCC) has asked policymakers to consider allowing the issuance of Chinese yuan-linked stablecoins. In a statement released on Tuesday, the influential business organization emphasized the importance of retaining and attracting talent and businesses...
German Regulator BaFin Approves Crypto Carbon Credits Exchange Developed by Neutral and DLT Finance
6.2.2024
In collaboration with DLT Finance, Neutral, a German brokerage firm, has unveiled a blockchain-backed exchange for carbon credits. These financial instruments represent forests and renewable energy products, enabling businesses to offset their carbon footprint. While other initiatives have ventured...
Paradigm Advocates for Prediction Markets as Hedge Against Crypto Regulatory Risks
6.2.2024
Venture capital firm Paradigm has filed a legal brief in support of the prediction market platform Kalshi, which is currently in a legal battle against the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). In a “friend-of-the-court” brief filed recently, Paradigm, despite not being...