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Sanctions Weren’t Discussed at North Korea Crypto Conference, Attendee Says

3.12.2019
The U.S. government's charges against Virgil Griffith are overblown, says one attendee of the North Korean conference that led to the ethereum developer's arrest

Ex-CFTC Chair Giancarlo to Push for Digital Dollar in New Role at White-Shoe Law Firm

2.12.2019
Christopher Giancarlo has joined law firm Willkie Farr & Gallagher as its new senior counsel, where the former CFTC chief intends to continue advocating for a digital dollar and other policies

Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Calls for Blockchain-Based KYC Proposals

2.12.2019
Sri Lanka's Central Bank wants to use a blockchain system for local banks' "know-your-customer" protocols

CryptoBridge Decentralized Exchange Shuts Down Citing Regulations, Markets

2.12.2019
Decentralized exchange CryptoBridge shuts down due to purported market conditions and regulatory pressure

Regulatory Roundup: Germany to Let Banks Sell and Store Crypto, Laws Changing in Asia

2.12.2019
Some major regulatory developments in the crypto space have transpired this week. Not only has Germany passed a bill allowing banks to sell and store cryptocurrencies, but South Korea and Thailand are also amending their laws to better regulate the crypto industry. We also cover crypto news...

South African Central Bank to Reportedly Introduce New Crypto Regulations

2.12.2019
The South African Reserve Bank will reportedly introduce new rules on cryptocurrencies to deter users from evading currency controls

Dutch Crypto Startups Brawl With Regulators Over Scope of EU Money Laundering Rule

2.12.2019
Dutch crypto startups are crying foul as local regulators look to implement the EU 5th Anti-Money Laundering Directive ahead of a Jan. 10 deadline

US Lawmakers Want to Brand Libra a Security, Association Disagrees

1.12.2019
Will Libra be able to operate in the U.S. if Congress classifies stablecoins as securities?

Trump Isn’t Sold on Bakkt CEO Kelly Loeffler Becoming US Senator

1.12.2019
Georgia’s Governor is expected to appoint Bakkt’s CEO for a United States Senate next week

Canadian Regulator Green-Lights Bitcoin Fund IPO

30.11.2019
The Bitcoin Fund’s initial public offering (IPO) filing has been accepted by Canada’s Ontario Securities Commission. Despite previously rejecting it, the Canadian regulator finally accepted the fund’s IPO prospectus after a public hearing and a favorable ruling. Also read: Bitcoin...

European AML Regulations Follow the US Path With a Six-Years' Delay

30.11.2019
The EU’s AML legislation is following the U.S.’s path but with significant delays for the emerging tech industry

If Bitcoin Price Drops — an Opportunity for Crypto Tax Planning

30.11.2019
Bitcoin price drops – last chance to reduce tax due before the end of the year

China: 5 Crypto Exchanges Halt or Shut Services Amid Perceived Crackdown

29.11.2019
At least five Chinese cryptocurrency exchanges have chosen to suspend or end services in line with Beijing’s purportedly toughened stance

Russian Central Bank Says It Would Support Crypto Ban

29.11.2019
The Bank of Russia has backed a potential ban on cryptocurrency payments, according to a state news agency

Russia Reportedly Considers Ban on Using Crypto as Means of Payment

29.11.2019
Sources have claimed Russia is considering the introduction of a ban on the use of crypto to pay for goods and services

IRS Not Infringing Privacy Requesting Crypto Exchange Data: US Judge

29.11.2019
A California federal court finds that U.S. tax authorities have broadly stayed within their legitimate remit when collecting user data from crypto exchanges

Crypto Employees in China Work From Home to Avoid Government Pressure

29.11.2019
Not too long after embracing blockchain, Beijing has made it clear, one way or the other, that it didn’t mean Bitcoin. Increased scrutiny over the cryptocurrency sector and harsh measures against some companies have been implemented to supposedly protect citizens from scams. Sources say...