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Crypto Is Driven by Extraordinary Consumer and Investor Demand, Says Australian Regulator
24.11.2021
The chairman of Australia’s Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) says crypto is “being driven by extraordinary consumer and investor demand,” noting that “The implications for consumers are potentially huge.” The securities regulator is currently working...
eToro to delist Cardano by 2022 for US users due to regulatory concerns
23.11.2021
The moved surprised some users as ADA has not been typically on regulators' radars as of late
Commonwealth Bank of Australia recognizes risks in missing out on crypto
23.11.2021
“We see risks in participating, but we see bigger risks in not participating,” said CBA CEO Matt Comyn on the bank’s recent crypto adoption play
Australian Senator: We Need to Acknowledge Crypto Is Not a Fad, Defi Presents Huge Opportunities
23.11.2021
Australian Senator Jane Hume says we need to acknowledge that cryptocurrency is not a fad, adding that there are huge opportunities in decentralized finance (defi). “We should tread cautiously, but not fearfully,” she said, emphasizing that “Australia mustn’t be left...
Proposed tightening of Australian crypto regulations could stifle competition: Kraken
23.11.2021
Kraken Australia’s Managing Director is concerned that a proposed new licensing regime for crypto exchanges could collapse the vibrancy of the industry down under
India Considers Allowing Only Preapproved Cryptocurrencies — Crypto Regulation Expected by Year-End: Report
19.11.2021
India is reportedly considering allowing only preapproved cryptocurrencies to be listed and traded on exchanges. In addition, the government aims to both introduce and pass a cryptocurrency law by year-end. Indian Crypto Regulation and Preapproved Cryptocurrencies India is considering allowing only...
RBA warns Aussies over punting on ‘fad driven’ cryptocurrencies
19.11.2021
The Reserve Bank of Australia has warned local investors that the speculative frenzy on crypto could soon dry up if policymakers and regulators step in
Ripple and Binance Weigh in on Crypto Regulation
17.11.2021
The crypto industry is familiar with complications, showcased by big names like Ripple and Binance. Both the renowned ventures have experienced severe regulation issues in multiple territories. Binance spent an entire year facing allegations against money laundering moderation. Changpeng Zhao,...
Investment Manager Expects Governments to Clamp Down on Bitcoin, Warns of ‘Intense’ Crypto Regulation
17.11.2021
The founder and chief investment officer of Hayman Capital Management, Kyle Bass, has warned that governments will start to really clamp down on bitcoin. He predicts that “intense” crypto regulation will come out of the U.S. Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) next year....
Ripple Proposes ‘Real Approach to Cryptocurrency Regulation’
17.11.2021
Ripple has published a proposal for a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies called “A Real Approach to Cryptocurrency Regulation.” CEO Brad Garlinghouse explained that his company’s “proposed policy framework is a three-pronged approach of what can be done...
Binance Calls for Global Crypto Regulation While Launching ‘Crypto Is Evil’ Ad Campaign
17.11.2021
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has called for “global regulatory frameworks for crypto markets.” The company has also launched a “Crypto Is Evil” ad campaign featuring “10 Fundamental Rights for Crypto Users.” Binance Pushes for Global Crypto Regulation...
Indian Prime Minister Modi Chairs Crypto Meeting After Consulting With RBI, Finance Ministry
16.11.2021
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reportedly chaired a comprehensive meeting on cryptocurrency and related issues in India. The meeting was an outcome of a consultative process involving the central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the Ministry of Finance, and the Home Ministry. PM Modi...
Indian Parliament Committee Discusses Crypto Regulation With Industry Experts
15.11.2021
India’s parliamentary committee on finance has held a meeting with representatives from the crypto industry and other stakeholders on cryptocurrency and its oversight. “There was an understanding that cryptocurrency can’t be stopped but it must be regulated”...
Coinbase Pushes for Single Crypto Regulator: CEO Says ‘We Have 53 Regulators in Just One Country, the US’
15.11.2021
Crypto exchange Coinbase has been meeting with a number of regulators to convince them that the U.S. should have just one federal regulator overseeing the crypto sector. Currently, there is a variety of different regulators in the U.S., CEO Brian Armstrong explained, noting that Coinbase...
India’s Central Bank RBI Reiterates ‘Serious Concerns’ About Crypto — Governor Doubts Reports on Indian Crypto Investors
12.11.2021
India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), still has “serious concerns” about cryptocurrency from a macroeconomic and financial stability standpoint. Furthermore, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das says he doubts the veracity of the number of Indian crypto investors...
India Plans to ‘Fast Track’ New Cryptocurrency Bill, Seeks to Take ‘Middle Path’ to Regulate Crypto: Report
9.11.2021
The Indian government is reportedly trying to “fast track” a modified cryptocurrency bill to be introduced in the winter session of parliament. India’s crypto legislation is expected to take a “middle path” approach to balance all stakeholders’ concerns....
Acting CoC Hsu: More crypto regulation is needed
5.11.2021
The regulator singled out Binance and Tether as allegedly risky players in the blockchain space
Indian Payments Giant Paytm Could Offer Bitcoin Services if Government Makes Crypto Legal, Says CFO
5.11.2021
Paytm, one of India’s largest payments companies, is open to offering bitcoin services if the crypto asset becomes legal in the country, according to its chief financial officer. If bitcoin “was ever to become fully legal in the country, then clearly there could be offerings we could...
Iran Blockchain Association Offers Help With Crypto Regulations, Says Regulators Are Not Qualified
4.11.2021
The leading crypto industry association in Iran has slammed authorities for their passive stance regarding crypto regulation. The government’s inaction is a source of concern, the organization said, offering its assistance to regulators whom it considers not sufficiently qualified to deal...
FATF Wants Countries to Get Serious About Crypto Regulation, Mentions NFTs, DeFi
28.10.2021
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is looking to ramp up the pressure on countries to adopt crypto regulations – and its updated guidance has made mention of non-fungible tokens (NFTs), decentralized finance (DeFi), peer-to-peer (P2P) trading, and stablecoins for the first time....
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