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Bank of Russia Supports Cryptocurrency Usage for International Settlements
16.4.2024
The Bank of Russia has announced that it will support accelerating the adoption of cryptocurrency payments for international settlements. According to Elvira Nabiullina, governor of the Bank of Russia, these crypto-based payments must be launched in a sandbox-style experimental regime. In contrast...
UK Set To Launch New Crypto Staking And Stablecoin Legislation By July, Economic Secretary Bim Afolami Says
15.4.2024
The UK is set to introduce new crypto staking and stablecoin legislation by July, according to recent remarks by Economic Secretary Bim Afolami. Afolami previously hinted at the legislation in February as the current conservative-led government aims to introduce new regulation ahead of this year's...
Cryptocurrencies Not Banned, Vietnam Requires Legal Framework for Regulation — Govt Official
15.4.2024
A government official from Vietnam has stated that cryptocurrencies are not prohibited. However, the country urgently needs to establish a legal framework to regulate their use, the official said. The Finance Ministry has been tasked with drafting a framework to govern crypto assets, which is...
South African Regulator Grants Approval to 59 Crypto Platforms for Resident Services
15.4.2024
South Africa's financial regulator, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), has granted approval to 59 license applications from cryptocurrency platforms seeking to offer services to residents.
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Australian Regulator Initiates Civil Proceedings Against Three Cryptocurrency Investment Firms
15.4.2024
The Australian Securities Regulator has launched civil proceedings against three cryptocurrency firms. These firms are accused of convincing investors to purchase investment packages using self-regulated superannuation funds. The regulator stated that appointing a receiver is the best way...
BTC, ETH Rise as Hong Kong Bitcoin ETF Applicants Say They've Been Approved
15.4.2024
The Securities and Futures Commission, Hong Kong's markets regulator, has not made an official announcement
Coinbase Challenges SEC’s Definition of ‘Investment Contracts’ in Crypto Transactions
15.4.2024
In a recent legal challenge, Coinbase has filed a brief with the Southern District of New York, seeking permission for an interlocutory appeal against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s expansive interpretation of what constitutes an “investment contract” in digital...
Study Finds 70% to 80% of Secondary Market Transactions Involve Crypto and Stablecoins
13.4.2024
Around 70% to 80% of transactions in the crypto secondary market transactions occur between crypto assets and stablecoins. The South Korean government’s welcoming stance, coupled with the high popularity of crypto assets in the country, are among the reasons why the won is now the second most-used...
Payment Use Cases Fuel Increasing Stablecoin Growth
12.4.2024
The global stablecoin supply currently stands at over $150 billion, demonstrating new demand for relatively stable digital assets. The stablecoin market has also grown more competitive. For example, XRP issuer Ripple recently announced plans to launch a United States dollar-backed stablecoin. ...
Leading Lawmakers From House Financial Services Committee Meet With Chuck Schumer To Discuss Stablecoin Bill: Punchbowl News
12.4.2024
Leading U.S. lawmakers from the House Financial Services Committee (HSFC) met with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer Thursday afternoon to discuss their upcoming stablecoin bill, Punchbowl News has reported. Thursday's meeting marks the latest move by McHenry and Waters to advance stablecoin...
Ether Spot ETFs Still Have No More Than 50% Chance of Approval in May: JPMorgan
11.4.2024
There will probably be litigation against the SEC after May if ether ETFs aren’t approved, the report said
Crypto Exchange Luno Receives License From South Africa’s Financial Regulator
11.4.2024
Cryptocurrency exchange Luno is one of the first firms to receive a license from the Financial Services Conduct Authority (FSCA) in South Africa, allowing the exchange to operate as a financial services provider in the country.
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Australian Securities Regulator Appeals Federal Court Ruling Favoring Finder Wallet
11.4.2024
The Australian securities regulator has said it will appeal the federal court’s dismissal of its civil penalty proceedings against Finder Wallet Pty Ltd. The regulator launched penalty proceedings against the crypto firm on Dec. 15, 2022, just days after Finder Wallet withdrew its Earn...
Lawmaker Highlights 2 Bills to Make US a Crypto Leader — Says Bitcoin Is ‘Unstoppable’
11.4.2024
Congressman Patrick McHenry says bitcoin is unstoppable and every regime that’s tried to shut it down has failed. He emphasized that the U.S. must become a leader in digital assets, noting that two congressional bills offer a path toward clear regulations. Two Pieces of Legislation Could...
Uniswap Labs Receives SEC Wells Notice, Founder Vows to Fight
10.4.2024
In a recent social media post, Hayden Adams, the founder of Uniswap Labs, announced that the company has received a Wells notice from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), expressing his disappointment and determination to contest the notice. SEC Sends Decentralized Exchange Uniswap a Wells...
Senator Elizabeth Warren Slams Push For Stablecoin Bill, Cites National Security Risks
10.4.2024
Senator Elizabeth Warren is criticizing the push for a stablecoin bill without anti-money laundering laws in place due to national security concerns, a letter sent on Monday to House Financial Service Committee Chairman Patrick McHenry (R-NC) and Ranking Member Maxine Waters (D-CA) reveals. Warren...
'What Are We Waiting for'? SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce Discusses Moving Crypto Regulation Foward
10.4.2024
Known for her fiery dissenting opinions, "Crypto Mom" discusses how the SEC operates, why she wants to see crypto thrive and her "Safe Harbor" proposal to allow projects to decentralize
Queensland’s CCC Aims to Modernize Confiscation Laws to Facilitate “Effective” Seizure of Crypto Assets
10.4.2024
Queensland's Crime and Corruption Commission (CCC) has identified gaps in state laws that inadvertently encourage criminal use of digital assets.
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New Zealand Minister Calls for Overhaul of Digital Asset Regulations
10.4.2024
The Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs of New Zealand, Andrew Bayly, has recommended a revamp of the country's approach to digital assets and blockchain technology.
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New Zealand Crypto Policy Should Support Industry, Minister for Commerce Says
10.4.2024
The country's "wait and see" approach to regulating crypto could risk New Zealand missing out on the benefits of industry developments, a government inquiry found