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Banks fall in line as China’s central bank cracks down on crypto accounts
21.6.2021
AgBank — the world's third-largest bank by assets — has indicated it will follow the PBoC's cue and work to stamp out its clients' crypto-related activities
Iran government reportedly bans local blockchain association
21.6.2021
A crypto warning list is the main cause of the ban, according to the head of the Iran Blockchain Community
Tehran Government Bans Iran Blockchain Association
20.6.2021
The Ministry of Interior of the Islamic Republic has suspended the Iran Blockchain Association (IBA). The measure comes after the organization allegedly breached government regulations. IBA unites participants in the country’s growing crypto sector who are engaged in blockchain technology...
Officials in Sichuan Instruct Bitcoin Miners to Shut Down Operations: Report
18.6.2021
According to regional reports, bitcoin miners in Sichuan have been told by the Ya’an municipal government that they have until June 25 to shut down operations. Sichuan has been eyed closely in recent times as it’s estimated that a large demographic of miners are situated in the region....
Democratic lawmakers have formed group to address regulatory concerns around crypto
15.6.2021
U.S. President Joe Biden is also expected to discuss crypto's role in ransomware attacks during his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday
El Salvador reportedly weighing paying employees in Bitcoin
15.6.2021
A 2001 law on monetary integration in the country states that salaries and fees may only be paid in colónes or dollars
‘Bitcoin is not an asset that is designed to be leveraged’ says Caitlin Long
14.6.2021
Avanti Financial CEO says Bitcoin shouldn’t be leveraged, while regulations for stablecoins are underway
Ridiculed no longer? US Space Force will launch NFT line
14.6.2021
“We can now put this launch and Neil Armstrong’s historic achievements on the immutable ledger and memorialize and tokenize it on an NFT that the public can participate in,” said Ethernity Chain CEO Nick Rose
Is there a right way to regulate crypto? Yes, and this is how
12.6.2021
Cryptocurrency is a promising asset class for people and investors, but the lack of proper regulation slows down its innovation
More IRS crypto reporting, more danger
11.6.2021
The U.S. authorities are becoming seriously interested in crypto, making unreported crypto more dangerous
Dutch official calls for complete ban on Bitcoin
11.6.2021
The Netherlands must ban the mining, trading and holding of Bitcoin because it doesn't meet any of the three functions of money and is handy for criminals, one Dutch official argued
Elizabeth Warren compares 'bogus' crypto to 'legitimate' CBDCs in senate hearing
10.6.2021
"The threats posed by crypto show that congress and federal regulators can't continue to hide out, hoping crypto will go away," said the Massachusetts senator
Chinese search engines block results for top crypto exchanges
9.6.2021
Typing in the keywords for crypto exchanges Binance, OKEx and Huobi on Chinese search engines is currently pulling up no results
IRS needs congressional authority to handle crypto, says chief
8.6.2021
"Most crypto, virtual currencies are designed to stay off the radar screen," said Charles Rettig
Biden to discuss crypto’s role in ransomware attacks at G7, says national security adviser
7.6.2021
The U.S. president has rarely made public statements on crypto and blockchain, though officials in his administration are reportedly reviewing current regulations
Global banking regulator plans to hold consultation on crypto exposure
7.6.2021
The group has previously warned of "financial stability concerns" and risks faced by banks when it comes to cryptocurrencies
Government Cannot Stand in the Way of Crypto Technologies, Iran Minister Says
7.6.2021
New technologies, including blockchain and cryptocurrency mining, have helped Iran to increase budget receipts and withstand foreign sanctions, according to the country’s minister for economy and finance. The high-ranking official believes the government can’t interfere with their...
Traders, analysts offer mixed reactions to El Salvador’s BTC announcement
6.6.2021
While some made out the announcement from a Lightning Wallet developer to be historic, the market seems to think it's ho-hum
Hybrid smart contracts will replace the legal system
6.6.2021
Hybrid smart contracts will change the world by revolutionizing the legal system that exists today
US Congressman expresses importance of crypto wallet privacy
4.6.2021
Cynthia Lummis and Warren Davidson speak on Bitcoin's importance and personal privacy during an interview at Bitcoin 2021 in Miami