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Canadian Self-Regulatory Agency Approves First Crypto-Native Investment Dealer
12.10.2022
Coinsquare has also been granted license to operate as a regulated alternative trading system (ATS), allowing it to match large, illiquid crypto trades between institutional investors
Financial Stability Board opens proposed crypto regulatory framework for public comments
11.10.2022
“Effective regulatory and supervisory frameworks should be based on the principle of ‘same activity, same risk, same regulation,’” said the FSB proposal
ZebPay Applies for Regulatory License in Singapore, Plans for UAE
10.10.2022
ZebPay, an India-focused cryptocurrency exchange, recently applied for an operational license in Singapore. The platform has also planned to perform the same in the United Arab Emirates. The development comes to light amidst a sharp trading volume dip, which goes as high as 90%. The move is viable...
Anchorage co-founder to US regulators: ‘What we want is clarity’
7.10.2022
There’s “15 different regulators” and “basically no clarity” when it comes to cryptocurrency regulation in the United States, according to Diogo Mónica
EU Council Endorses Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) Legislation
6.10.2022
Council of the EU, one of the European Union’s legislative bodies, has approved the proposed regulatory framework for the European crypto space. It’s now up to European lawmakers to approve the Markets in Crypto Assets package before its final adoption. Comprehensive Crypto Regulation...
Namibian Central Bank: Virtual Assets ‘Remain Without Legal Tender Status’ but Merchants Can Still Accept Them as Payment
6.10.2022
The Bank of Namibia recently said it has brought virtual assets and virtual asset service providers under its fintech innovations regulatory framework, and that it plans to amend applicable laws and regulations. According to the central bank’s governor, there is an ongoing “battle...
US CFTC as Crypto’s Regulatory Savior? Crypto Firms Might Not Like What They Get
5.10.2022
Just because Rostin Behnam is the rare government official who can casually drop a comment that suggests a future explosion in bitcoin price, doesn’t mean he’s a crypto bro. The chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is widely seen in crypto circles as a relatively friendly...
Federal Energy Agencies’ Unwillingness to Act on White House’s Crypto Mining Recommendations Miffs US Lawmaker
5.10.2022
Jared Huffman, a United States lawmaker who advocates for increased scrutiny of crypto-mining entities, has reportedly chastised U.S. energy agencies that he accuses of failing to act on the White House’s call on them to do “reliability assessments of current and projected...
Terra could leave a similar regulatory legacy to that of Facebook’s Libra
2.10.2022
The algorithmic stablecoin ban has sparked a range of arguments in the crypto industry as it is being seen as a watershed moment
UK Regulator: Crypto Firms Undeterred by Strict Regulation — ‘They Know We Have a Good System’
2.10.2022
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Britain’s top financial regulator, has revealed that many crypto firms are still seeking licenses to operate in the U.K. despite failing to meet regulatory requirements the first time. “They know we have a good system of regulation and if they...
California fraud cases highlight the need for a regulatory crackdown on crypto
1.10.2022
Recent cases involving crypto fraud serve as a timely reminder to do your own due diligence until regulators take more action. If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is
Binance Officially Launches Crypto Exchange in New Zealand Following Regulatory Approval
1.10.2022
Binance has officially launched a cryptocurrency exchange in New Zealand after successfully registering with the country’s financial regulator. “We see significant value in having a serious New Zealand presence,” said Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ). Binance Launches Crypto...
NEXO risks 50% drop due to regulatory pressure and investor concerns
30.9.2022
Analysts fear NEXO price could come under pressure if regulatory action in the United States begins to intensify
Binance launches New Zealand-based offices following regulatory approval
30.9.2022
New Zealand lawmakers and regulators largely have not imposed strict guidelines for crypto firms to operate in the country, nor for Kiwis to use cryptocurrencies freely
Crypto.com scores fresh regulatory approval in France
28.9.2022
The digital asset platform was majorly focused on acquisitions and sponsorship deals through the bull market, but now the focus seems to have shifted towards expansion, especially in Europe
Trading Platform Crypto.com Secures Regulatory Approval to Operate in France
28.9.2022
The exchange joins other crypto platforms like Binance and Luno that recently obtained similar approvals in France
'Time is not on our side' to provide regulatory clarity on crypto, says US lawmaker
27.9.2022
"We’ve got to move, pick a regulator, and give the market the certainty and guardrails it deserves," said House Representative Josh Gottheimer
Singapore strives to remain relevant amid regulatory tightening for retail investors
26.9.2022
Singapore's largest bank expanded crypto trading for accredited investors only, aligned with financial authorities' views
Estonia Issues First License to Crypto Service Provider Under New Regulation
25.9.2022
Estonia’s Financial Intelligence Unit has issued its first license to a crypto service provider under the country’s new regulatory framework that entered into force in March. “Striga Technology OÜ is the first entrepreneur, who is authorized for the first time to provide...
California Gov. Newsom vetoes crypto licensing and regulatory framework
25.9.2022
Opposing Assembly Bill 2269, Newsom recommended a “more flexible approach” that would evolve over time while considering the safety of consumers and related costs