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Federal Reserve, FDIC, OCC Discuss Allowing Banks to Hold Crypto on Balance Sheets
28.10.2021
A group of U.S. banking regulators is working on how banks can be allowed to offer crypto services and hold cryptocurrencies on their balance sheets. The chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) said, “If we don’t bring this activity inside the banks, it is going...
Friday’s jaw-breaking $3.2B Bitcoin options expiry could kick-start a new rally
28.10.2021
Bitcoin bulls could be in for a $715 million profit if BTC price is above $60,000 ahead of Friday’s $3.2 billion options expiry
Putin’s internet ombudsman pessimistic about crypto regulation
27.10.2021
“No one is looking to allow Russian people to earn money with crypto operations,” the official claimed
Biden's pick for CFTC chair wants the agency to be a 'beat cop' with the authority to oversee 60% of digital asset market
27.10.2021
Rostin Behnam said it was "critically important to have a primary cop on on the beat" of an emerging market that included cryptocurrencies and stablecoins
Putting a cap on decentralization: How regulation impacts DeFi adoption
27.10.2021
As legislation threatens to allow centralization to creep into the DeFi space, regulation could have complex effects on the adoption
Nigerian Judge Rules in Favor of Accused Crypto Startup, Accounts to Be Reopened
27.10.2021
A Nigerian Federal Court judge recently ruled that the two frozen bank accounts belonging to Rise Vest Technologies, which is accused of trading cryptocurrencies, must be reopened. CBN’s Bank Account Freeze Order Dismissed In a ruling that overturns the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)’s...
Dubai finance watchdog approves listing of Bitcoin fund
27.10.2021
The DFSA is establishing itself as an innovative regulator for the region by focusing on fintech and innovative technology
US regulators are exploring policy for banks to handle crypto, says FDIC chair
26.10.2021
“Establishing clear regulatory expectations will be paramount to give this market an opportunity to grow and mature in a responsible manner,” said Jelena McWilliams
Alleged South African Bitcoin Fraudster Makes First Court Appearance Since Arrest
26.10.2021
Sandile Shezi, the South African bitcoin trader accused of defrauding investors, recently made his first court appearance before a Johannesburg magistrate. Shezi out on Bail The bitcoin trader’s court appearance came just days after he honored his pledge to surrender himself to the police....
SEC expected to head U.S. stablecoin regulation and enforcement
26.10.2021
The report is also expected to clarify the regulatory jurisdiction of the Treasury Department CFTC with regards to stable tokens
Law Decoded: Post-ETF policy landscape and Novi fears, Oct. 18–25
25.10.2021
The Bitcoin ETF approval has been the biggest, but by no means the only, policy-related story of the last week
BNY Mellon Urges Ireland to Adopt Crypto Rules Before EU Regulations, Report Reveals
25.10.2021
As authorities in the EU are still discussing union-wide cryptocurrency regulations, a major U.S. bank has reportedly lobbied the Irish government to adopt its own rules for the space. BNY Mellon launched its digital asset business in Ireland this year to provide custodian services to institutional...
Crypto investments a financial back up for Facebook whistleblower
25.10.2021
Frances Haugen also received financial help from nonprofit organizations backed by Pierre Omidyar, the co-founder of eBay
Russian Crypto Industry Association Slams Government for Doing ‘Nothing’ to Regulate Sector
24.10.2021
The main organization representing participants in the Russian crypto space has lambasted authorities in Moscow for not doing enough to regulate the industry. The criticism comes four years after President Putin directed institutions to legally define the status of digital financial technologies....
Bank of Russia Not Ready to Allow Bitcoin ETF Trading, Governor Says
24.10.2021
Central Bank of Russia isn’t prepared to admit a bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) to the market, the head of the regulator, Elvira Nabiullina, told Russian media. Her statement, reaffirming the bank’s hardline stance on cryptocurrencies that has been recently criticized again, came...
Thai Prime Minister Cautions Investors Getting Into Crypto as Interest in Digital Assets Soars
24.10.2021
The prime minister of Thailand has cautioned investors getting into cryptocurrencies, noting that they are volatile and highly speculative. Recently, interest in cryptocurrencies has soared as young investors in the country discovered that they could make money quickly by investing...
Investment Advisers Prohibited From Crypto Activities in India, Regulator Warns
23.10.2021
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued a warning that registered investment advisers are not allowed to engage in unregistered activities. This warning includes crypto activities since crypto is currently an unregulated industry in India. SEBI Warns Registered Investment...
Texas Ethics Commission seeks pro-crypto rule for political contributions
23.10.2021
If approved, cryptocurrency donations and contributions will need to be reported as in-kind contributions or as investments, not currency
Australian Senators pushing for country to become the next crypto hub
23.10.2021
The Australian Senate Committee delivered a report calling for a complete overhaul of crypto legislation and licensing in the country
Pakistan Government Not Against Crypto Investments, High Court Calls for Regulations
23.10.2021
The executive power will not oppose cryptocurrency investments, a high-ranking government official has told lawmakers in Pakistan. The statement comes as a regional high court has urged the federal government to regulate cryptocurrencies and formed a committee to look into the matter in the coming...