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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...
Germany: New Proposed Law Would Legalize Banks Holding Bitcoin
29.11.2019
By 2020, German banks will be able to custody Bitcoin, if new proposed changes to the law are approved
German Banks Allowed to Sell and Custody Crypto Assets From 2020: Report
29.11.2019
From next year, banks in Germany will be allowed to offer the sale and storage of cryptocurrencies under new legislation
Robinhood Withdraws Bank Charter Application Due to Regulatory Challenges
28.11.2019
Robinhood has withdrawn its bank charter application with the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency due to regulatory challenges
Coinbase Secures Patent for System to Identify Non-Compliant Accounts
28.11.2019
Coinbase has been awarded a patent for a system that finds and flags non-compliant accounts
US Government Worried Crypto Can Shift Power to Private Sector
28.11.2019
Cryptocurrency is one of the top issues for the U.S. Treasury. Particularly, the Treasury is worried decentralized cryptocurrencies can shift some functions away from the government to the private sector and raise the issue of self-government, according to Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Justin...