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Judge Rules Kik’s Token Sale Violated US Securities Law
1.10.2020
A federal judge has ruled that Kik's 2017, $100 million token sale violated U.S. securities law, and wants to see a proposal for refunds
Revealing crypto exchange’s physical location was not harmful, court rules
24.9.2020
A former employee’s actions did not cause ‘damage or loss, in any amount’ to the exchange
EU Plans New Crypto Rules By 2024, Expects EUR 55bn in Added Value
21.9.2020
By 2024, the EU reportedly aims to introduce new rules to make cross-border payments quicker and cheaper through the use of blockchain and cryptoassets and hopes that it might increase potential added value in the sector by EUR 27bn-EUR 55bn.
The EU executive will present a draft law to clarify...
Gibraltar updates DLT framework to comply with FATF rules
20.9.2020
Once again, Gibraltar is taking the lead in crypto regulations
EU to Launch Comprehensive Crypto Regulation by 2024: Report
20.9.2020
The European Union is planning to implement comprehensive cryptocurrency regulation by 2024, two EU reports have reportedly revealed. This follows five European finance ministers calling on the European Commission to put in place “very strong and very clear rules” on cryptocurrency....
Gibraltar Updates Distributed Ledger Guidance to Match FATF Crypto Rules
17.9.2020
The Gibraltar Financial Services Commission has updated its guidance for virtual asset service providers to include clarity on risk management, token issuance, and more
49 US States Unveil Unified Regulation for Cryptocurrency Firms
16.9.2020
The Conference of State Bank Supervisors, representing regulators from all U.S. states and territories, has launched a new regulatory framework for payments and cryptocurrency companies. One Set of Rules for All US States Regulators in 49 U.S. states have agreed to a single set of supervisory rules...
US State Regulators Agree to Single Set of Rules for Fintech, Crypto Firm Licensing
15.9.2020
Agencies from 48 states are expected to unveil a new framework today that will simplify and consolidate regulation for crypto companies
Read Me!
12.9.2020
A fancy experiential essay from the team at Readymag, which is a tool for building… fancy experiential essays, about fancy experiential essays:
With all the technology addressing readability issues, it’s still design basics that distinguish a readable text from one that isn’t. Here are some...
US Federal Court Rules NSA Mass Surveillance Illegal, Credits Edward Snowden
3.9.2020
A federal appeals court has ruled that the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) mass surveillance program that collected data on billions of Americans’ telephone calls was illegal and possibly unconstitutional. The program was exposed by former NSA contractor Edward Snowden. A Victory...
Coinberry Crypto Exchange Gets OSC Nod, Lloyd’s Cover as Canada’s Post-Quadriga Rules Tighten
2.9.2020
Following last year’s QuadrigaCX collapse and loss of client funds, Canada’s crypto exchanges are going the extra mile to rebuild the trust of consumers
Ground Rules for Web Animations
31.8.2020
Animations can make a site stand out. Or, they can just as easily kill the experience. When working with web animations, there are a few things that could go wrong like adding animations that serve no purpose, setting durations that are  too long or too quick, or not using right type...
South Africa Might Impose Tighter Crypto Taxes Rules - Auditor
31.8.2020
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) could bring in stricter taxes for the country’s cryptoasset holders in the near future, potentially hampering the development of an industry that has emerged as Africa’s biggest, analysts claim.
Wiehann Olivier, a partner in the auditing division...
SEC Redefines Accredited Investors to Include Those With Proven Knowledge
27.8.2020
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has amended the definition of accredited investors, such as to include those with proven financial knowledge. The broader definition will enable more people to invest in private offerings of cryptocurrency investments. SEC’s New Accredited...
Blockchain Bites: Major Acquisitions, Bitcoin Futures Liquidations and the SEC’s New Rules
26.8.2020
FTX acquired Blockfolio, ConsenSys acquired Quorum and police have seized the third largest exchange in South Korea
What to Make of the SEC’s New Accredited Investor Rules
26.8.2020
The SEC has formally adopted new accredited investor rules, expanding the group of Americans who can invest in private securities
UK FCA wants to include crypto firms in financial crime reporting rules
25.8.2020
The U.K.’s financial watchdog wants crypto firms to submit annual financial crime reports to help it cement a data-led approach to regulation
Good Stablecoin Rules in the EU Pave the Way for CBDCs and a Digital Euro
15.8.2020
In the EU, getting laws right on Libra could be the best way to speed up a digital euro from the European Central Bank
Ireland Will Transpose Latest EU Anti-Money Laundering Rules Into National Law
13.8.2020
Irish crypto firms will face stricter obligations after the country belatedly adopts the latest EU anti-money-laundering rules
Man Accused of Arranging Murder to Avoid Crypto Debt Can’t Escape Jail, Brazilian Court Rules
5.8.2020
Crypto businessman Danilo Afonso Pechin remains jailed after Brazil's High Court refused to hear his request for habeas corpus