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Exchanges warn that Hong Kong's crypto retail trader ban could backfire
15.2.2021
Crypto industry concern mounts ahead of the likely introduction of a bill to ban retail traders from cryptocurrency activities in Hong Kong
Institutional adoption underscores urgency of clear crypto rules, says Hester Pierce
15.2.2021
Regulatory clarity in the crypto industry is needed now more than ever, per one official
Indian Official Provides Updates on Crypto Bill and Transition Period for Crypto Holders: Report
14.2.2021
As the Indian government gets closer to moving forward with the cryptocurrency bill, an official from the Ministry of Finance reportedly explained what discussions the government has been having regarding the crypto bill and the impending legislation. Indian Crypto Bill’s Progress Update...
Colombia’s Financial Superintendent Approves Nine Crypto Platforms to Work With National Banks
13.2.2021
In Colombia, the entity managed by the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit, the Financial Superintendence of Colombia (Superfinanciera) has revealed the authorization of alliances between Colombian banks and digital currency exchanges. So far, Colombia’s financial department has approved...
Kyrgyzstan central bank plans to introduce licenses for crypto exchanges
12.2.2021
The central bank of the Kyrgyz Republic wants to provide crypto investors with the same level of protection that is already in place in traditional finance
Australian regulators open to Bitcoin ETF with ‘rules in place’
12.2.2021
Securities regulators' down under said that they are open to a Bitcoin ETF, so long as investors are protected by the proper rules
Miami council supports mayor’s move to offer city worker salaries in Bitcoin
12.2.2021
The City Commission of Miami is now looking into the feasibility of allowing Miami residents to pay taxes and receive salaries in Bitcoin
US Treasury Secretary Yellen says crypto misuse is a growing problem
11.2.2021
The private sector invests enormous resources to help the government combat crypto crimes, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said
Darknet market link provider claims its Bitcoin donors’ accounts were frozen
10.2.2021
The admin of a well-known darknet market link provider claims its donation address was flagged as suspicious after it criticized Chainalysis' KYT flagging system
Amid hiring spree, Blockchain Association adds Token Taxonomy Act guru to team
9.2.2021
The former aide to Representative Davidson will join crypto's leading trade association
Donald Trump's Second Impeachment Trial, Explained
9.2.2021
Today, the U.S. Senate will begin the impeachment trial to determine whether former President Donald Trump is guilty of inciting an insurrection. This is the second time he has been impeached, the first time ever for a U.S. president. In 2019, he was impeached on two counts of abuse of power...
French official wants to change how Europe regulates crypto and blockchain
9.2.2021
According to one French official, crypto and blockchain projects should be supervised at the European level
China releases final anti-monopoly rules targeting major tech and payments firms
8.2.2021
China's market regulator finalizes rules that have been three months in the making
Bank of Korea publishes book on central bank digital currency's legal issues
8.2.2021
South Korea's central bank has issue a book on legal matters that would need to be addressed to ensure the smooth operations and usefulness of a future central bank digital currency
India May Side-Step Parliament to Push Through Crypto Bill: Report
8.2.2021
The bill would potentially kick off the development of a digital rupee while banning “private cryptocurrencies.”
Hardware wallet for digital yuan debuts in Xiong’an New Area
8.2.2021
China’s first hardware wallet for the digital yuan supports dual offline payments without an internet connection
Indian parliament reportedly considering fast-tracking crypto bill
8.2.2021
Government officials may be planning to introduce the law potentially banning crypto “within a month” of the ordinance clearing
Unlike the Early Web, Crypto Does Not Need State Patronage
6.2.2021
Blockchain doesn't need ARPANET-type government support. But co-ordination and collective action are vital to avoid duplication of effort
Russia’s regulatory sandbox and the implementation of blockchain tech
6.2.2021
The regulatory sandbox that came into effect in Russia last month is aimed at boosting innovative technology implementation
Billionaire Bitcoin investor backs away from California governor bid
5.2.2021
Citing the need to focus on business, venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya has put his political aspirations on hold