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UK crypto rules unclear for firms avoiding Europe’s MiCA regulation
23.10.2024
While some industry execs believe that MiCA could trigger a shift from the EU to the UK, others question the UK’s unclear crypto regulations
Vietnam releases blockchain strategy, aims for regional leadership
23.10.2024
Vietnam’s new blockchain strategy focuses on legal frameworks, infrastructure and international cooperation, as it aims to boost innovation and build a thriving ecosystem
Vietnam releases blockchain strategy, aims for regional leadership
23.10.2024
Vietnam’s new blockchain strategy focuses on legal frameworks, infrastructure and international cooperation, as it aims to boost innovation and build a thriving ecosystem
‘If not self-custody, then why crypto?’ — Ledger CEO
23.10.2024
Ledger CEO Pascal Gauthier told Cointelegraph that hardware wallets need to evolve because “crypto never sleeps.”
UK Stands Firm on Tough Crypto Regulations, Warns Against Lowering Crypto Standards
23.10.2024
A Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) official has emphasized the importance of high regulatory standards for crypto asset registrations. She defended the UK’s stringent rules, aiming to protect consumers and financial markets while fostering a competitive crypto sector. The regulator warned...
Japan’s Election Heats up With Calls for Crypto Tax Cuts and Regulatory Reforms
23.10.2024
Yuichiro Tamaki, leader of Japan’s Democratic Party for the People, is advocating for significant cryptocurrency tax reforms ahead of the general election. His party proposes a 20% tax on crypto assets and aims to promote Japan as a web3 leader. The party also supports initiatives like increased...
SEC’s Crypto Crackdown Questioned — Will Clear Guidance Finally Emerge?
23.10.2024
The enforcement-heavy approach of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to crypto regulation is stifling innovation and leaving the market without clear standards, an SEC commissioner has warned. Criticizing the reliance on litigation, he argued that case-by-case enforcement delays...
Komainu targets Singapore custodian Propine for first acquisition
22.10.2024
The acquisition of its competitor will net Komainu a Singapore Capital Markets Services License and hope for a Major Payment Institution license in the future
Aurum Launches $1B Tokenized Fund for Data Center Investments on XRP Ledger With Zoniqx
22.10.2024
The vehicle will focus on data center investments across the U.S, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, India, and Europe, claiming to be the "world’s first combined equity and debt tokenized fund."
Chainlink launches private blockchain transactions for institutions
22.10.2024
ANZ Bank will be among the first clients to debut Chainlink’s privacy-preserving tech for tokenized RWA settlement under Singapore’s Project Guardian
What is cryptocurrency insurance, and how does it work?
21.10.2024
Learn about the ins and outs of cryptocurrency insurance, coverage options and why it’s essential in today’s volatile crypto landscape
XRP’s Legal Status Unshaken Amid SEC Appeal – Ripple Prepares Counterstrike
20.10.2024
Ripple’s legal chief has reaffirmed that the core ruling declaring XRP not a security remains intact despite the appeal by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The regulator’s move challenges several other aspects of the July 2023 ruling regarding XRP. Ripple plans...
‘We’re Heading to 6-Figure Bitcoin’ — What’s Driving This Bold Prediction
20.10.2024
Bitcoin could reach six figures sooner than expected, driven by surging institutional flows into exchange-traded funds (ETFs), economic instability, and the U.S. presidential election, according to the chief investment officer of asset management firm Bitwise. The executive highlights factors like...
Crypto ATMs Coming to 45 New Locations Across Five US States
19.10.2024
Cryptocurrency is becoming more accessible across the U.S. with the expansion of digital currency kiosks to 45 new locations in the Southwest and Midwest. Yesway, a fast-growing convenience store chain, is partnering with Coinflip to bring crypto ATMs to its customers, offering a seamless...
Digital Ruble and Sanctions: Expert Analyzes Russia’s Digital Currency Plan to Evade Western Control
19.10.2024
A Fellow at the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center and former adviser at the Central Bank of Russia has weighed in on the digital ruble, Russia’s central bank digital currency (CBDC), highlighting its potential role in reshaping Russia’s financial landscape amid sanctions. While the digital...
$230M Bitcoin Heist Takes Dark Turn — $100M Still Missing, FBI Probes Kidnapping Link
19.10.2024
Two young men pulled off a $230 million bitcoin heist in one of the largest crypto thefts from a private individual in U.S. history. But after indulging in luxury cars and a $2 million watch, the story took a sinister twist. Now, prosecutors say the crime may be tied to a shocking kidnapping —...
Is Complete Decentralization of Finance Realistic? Fed Governor Waller Says No
19.10.2024
A Federal Reserve governor questioned whether decentralized finance (defi) can truly eliminate the need for intermediaries, despite bitcoin’s revolutionary promise. While decentralized systems aim to bypass traditional structures, he argues that trust in intermediaries still resurfaces. Could...
Cyprus SEC Enforces EU Crypto Regulation — Key Deadlines Loom
18.10.2024
Key deadlines for crypto-asset regulation are approaching, as Cyprus’ regulator announced that the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) will take effect for service providers by December 2024, with registration closing by October. Providers already registered may operate until mid-2026...
UAE to introduce legal framework for DAOs
18.10.2024
UAE lawyer Irina Heaver told Cointelegraph that the framework would allow even smaller DAOs to operate legally.
Paypal Expands Crypto Reach: 60 Million Venmo Users Now Linked to Moonpay
18.10.2024
Venmo’s 60 million users can now fund transactions on the Moonpay platform, thanks to a new integration announced by Paypal. U.S. users can use Venmo balances, linked bank accounts, or cards to buy and sell cryptocurrencies through Moonpay, expanding payment flexibility. However, this option...