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Crypto Exchange OKX Wins Preparatory License in Dubai, Set to Boost Staff
15.6.2023
Once the so-called MVP license becomes operational, OKX Middle East will offer spot, derivatives, and fiat services, including U.S. dollar and UAE dirham deposits and withdrawals
SEC Actions in US May Affect Binance in Other Regions, Hong Kong Lawyer Says
8.6.2023
The crackdown initiated by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) may affect Binance in other regions and its license application in Hong Kong, according to a crypto-compliance lawyer. The expert believes the regulator wants the largest digital asset exchange to leave the United States....
EU Formally Signs New Crypto Licensing, Money Laundering Rules Into Law
31.5.2023
The MiCA law is set to make the bloc the first major jurisdiction with tailored crypto regulations
Crypto firms jockey for Hong Kong licenses ahead of June 1 retail opening
30.5.2023
Hong Kong’s retail trading regime is days away from going live and crypto exchanges are keen to make entry into the region
Huobi HK Offers Spot Trading and Custodial Solutions in Hong Kong Following Licensing Regime Implementation
29.5.2023
On May 29, Huobi HK announced its expansion of services after Hong Kong implemented its new crypto exchange license system. The platform now provides spot and custodial services to both retail and institutional customers in Hong Kong. Huobi’s update comes shortly after Huobi Global faced regulatory...
Bitpanda secures licensing agreement with Coinbase as part of strategic partnership
25.5.2023
As part of the collaboration, Bitpanda will incorporate Coinbase Exchange into its roster of authorized liquidity providers
Crypto Exchange OKX Targets France as Regional Hub With Plan to Hire 100 People
23.5.2023
OKX has applied for a Digital Asset Service Provider license to join dozens of companies that have already won approval
Hong Kong to Have Tight Crypto Regulations, Head of Monetary Authority Says
10.5.2023
Companies attracted by the plan to turn Hong Kong into a hub for digital assets should expect strict regulations, the region has indicated. Authorities are preparing new licensing rules for service providers working with cryptocurrencies and guidelines for banks interacting with crypto firms....
Nigeria's SEC Mulls Allowing Tokenized Equity, Property But Not Crypto: Bloomberg
1.5.2023
The regulator is considering applications for digital asset exchanges on a trial basis
Pudgy Penguins to appear at the Las Vegas Licensing Expo
24.4.2023
Las Vegas Licensing Expo just got a little better, with Pudgy Penguins entering the picture. Per the announcement on Twitter, Pudgy Penguins will share the floor with some of the famous characters at the Expo from June 13, 2023, to June 15, 2023. Pudgy Penguins are coming to the Las Vegas Licensing...
Crypto Exchange Coinbase Receives License to Operate in Bermuda
20.4.2023
Coinbase (COIN) has obtained a license to offer its services in Bermuda as part of its international expansion efforts, the firm announced in a blog post on Wednesday
EU Parliament Approves Crypto Licensing, Funds Transfer Rules
20.4.2023
The vote clears the way for landmark MiCA regulation to take effect in 2024
EU’s Crypto Licensing Regime Set for Approval as Lawmakers Signal Support
19.4.2023
Leaders of the European Parliament’s largest political groupings indicated they’ll support the landmark MiCA law ahead of a vote Thursday
UAE Securities Regulator to Start Accepting License Applications From Crypto Firms
18.4.2023
The regime applies to all companies seeking to provide services in the country, unless already licensed in financial free zones in the United Arab Emirates
UAE’s federal financial regulator opens licensing applications for VASPs
18.4.2023
Companies that have already acquired licenses from the country’s economic free zones are exempted from the requirement of registering with the regulator
High Hopes for EU’s MiCA Law With Final Vote Imminent
13.4.2023
EU member nations are already jostling to hold the crypto crown as the bloc becomes the first major global jurisdiction to regulate the sector
Crypto Casino Rollbit's Token Drops 20% Amid Licensing Concerns
31.3.2023
Rollbit says Curaçao authorities are currently engaged in an annual license review, which is why its logo is removed from the site
Breaking: Binance CEO CZ rejects allegations of market manipulation
28.3.2023
The response comes in relation to a series of claims made by the CFTC in its March 27 complaint against Binance
Aussie crypto exchange hints interest in Hong Kong base, but it’ll depend
23.3.2023
The CEO of Independent Reserve says Hong Kong's "friendly" licensing regime makes it a worthy destination to set up shop, but there are other factors to consider
Metaverse brings new problems and opportunities to music licensing
22.3.2023
With the rising popularity of Web3 and the metaverse, songwriters and musicians are wondering what music licensing will look like in this new space