Hong Kong’s regulatory lead sets it up to be major crypto hub

Hong Kong is increasingly solidifying its status as a crypto hub in Asia despite most other countries taking a cautious approach.

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Hong Kong Commits to Become a Crypto Hub as Fidelity-Backed OSL Exchange Cuts Staff

The Hong Kong-based crypto exchange OSL is reducing its headcount, but the country envisions becoming a crypto hub. The post Hong Kong Commits to Become a Crypto Hub as Fidelity-Backed OSL Exchange Cuts Staff appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Whatever it takes: What should FCA consider in UK’s crypto hub race?

The UK’s financial regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), has been continuously facing criticism from British lawmakers and the crypto industry members for their stand on strict regulations and, therefore, seemingly a utopian desire to become a crypto hub in the next few years.

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World Bank Disapproves Of Central African Republic’s Bitcoin Legal Tender Trajectory

The World Bank has expressed concerns over a plan by the Central African Republic to set up a crypto hub, weeks after the nation became the second country in the world to make Bitcoin legal tender.

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Singapore Taking Slow Approach to Crypto Adoption; Won’t Become an ‘Overnight Crypto Hub’

Singapore has been seen as a favorable crypto destination until the country's regulator's started tightening the rules around virtual assets. But, despite facing competition from regions like Dubai, the authorities have stated that they will "chart their own path" and not "react to what other countries are doing.

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Central African Republic All Set To Become A Crypto Hub, Here’s What We Know!

The Central African Republic (CAR) has mentioned plans of setting up a crypto hub recently. This news comes after Central African Republic legally recognized Bitcoin last month. This move of launching a “crypto hub” is in a view to attract global enthusiasts.

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World Bank won’t support Central African Republic’s Sango crypto hub

The World Bank has said “it will be physically impossible” for the lender to fund the planned Sango crypto hub and voiced concerns regarding the country’s adoption of Bitcoin.

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Binance to Advise on Crypto Strategy as Kazakhstan Looks to Boost Industry

The bitcoin mining hub is trying to attract more crypto firms and expand beyond bitcoin mining.

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Central African Republic to Establish Crypto Hub

The Central African Republic adopted Bitcoin as an official currency in April. Central African Republic Announces Sango Project Weeks after adopting Bitcoin as a legal tender, the Central African Republic...

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Central African Republic to launch official crypto hub ‘Sango’

The Central African Republic prepares to launch its first major crypto hub shortly after the National Assembly adopted Bitcoin as legal tender.

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Central African Republic To Launch Bitcoin, Crypto Hub

After adopting bitcoin as legal tender, the Central African Republic now wants to create a cryptocurrency economic zone – Sango.

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Crypto Valley запустила фонд с фокусом на блокчейн-стартапы из Африки

Базирующаяся в Швейцарии Crypto Valley Venture Capital (CV VC) сообщила о запуске фонда для поддержки африканских блокчейн-стартапов на ранней стадии. JUST IN: Crypto Valley Venture Capital Launches African Blockchain Early-Stage Fund➡️ @CV_Labs is launching a fund focused on African #blockchain startups, the investor announced Monday at the Blockchain Hub adjacent to the World Economic Forum in @Davos, Switzerland.

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UK Treasury Plans To Go Ahead With Legalizing Stablecoins Despite TerraUSD Debacle

In April, the UK had revealed plans to become a crypto hub and legalize stablecoin payments. Following last week’s events, many had thought that Her Majesty’s Treasury would put these plans on hold, but it appears the regulators are moving ahead with their plans.

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FCA Chairman Warns Against Rushed Regulation Following Plans to Make U.K. ‘Crypto Hub’

Charles Randell, chairman of U. K. watchdog the Financial Conduct Authority, has urged lawmakers to be cautious following an announcement last month to make the U. K. a “crypto hub. ” The post FCA Chairman Warns Against Rushed Regulation Following Plans to Make U.

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China returns as 2nd top Bitcoin mining hub despite the crypto ban

China still hosts 21% of the total global Bitcoin hash rate after the local government banned all crypto operations in the country last year.

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Brexit May Prove a Blessing in Disguise for UK Crypto Industry

U.K. crypto executives are cautiously optimistic about the country’s prospects of becoming a global crypto hub following recent initiatives to prevent more firms from leaving the country. The post Brexit May Prove a Blessing in Disguise for UK Crypto Industry appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Crypto presents golden opportunity for UK to take back financial crown post-Brexit

The United Kingdom has the opportunity to become a global crypto hub by ditching ‘Brussels rules,’ according to the Telegraph, which continues to promote the idea of the City of London reinventing itself through cryptocurrency in the post-Brexit era.

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Crypto Boom In The Gulf: Dubai, Abu Dhabi Fast Becoming Hotbed Of Digital Currency

In response to the global cryptocurrency boom, the United Arab Emirates has become a hub for the industry as a result of its crypto-friendly legislation, which have made it a favorite destination for digital currency aficionados.

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Is Dubai the New Crypto Hub? Binance Success Leads to Further Crypto Expansion

Dubai has been heavily recruiting big tech in its effort to establish itself as a new crypto hub, following the success of Binance. The post Is Dubai the New Crypto Hub? Binance Success Leads to Further Crypto Expansion appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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China’s Crypto Stance Takes A Hit As Shanghai’s Top Court Upholds Bitcoin As Property

A top court in Shangai, China’s biggest city and a global financial hub has upheld Bitcoin as property under Chinese laws, pitting the government against its own anti-crypto stance.

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Monetary Authority Singapore (MAS) Tightens Process To Approve Crypto License

Considering the higher risk involved in cryptocurrency, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has tightened the procedure to approve a crypto license for digital asset providers, making the regime a “responsible global crypto hub.

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Dubai Real Estate Developer to Accept Crypto Payments Amid UAE Push for Crypto Hub Status

Several of the world's biggest crypto exchanges have flocked to the emirates in the last few months.

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Bitcoin 2022: How The Industry’s Brightest Minds Value BTC

All this week in Miami is Bitcoin week. Vice City has been turned into a crypto hub, with the Miami Beach Convention Center acting as the center of it all. The world’s biggest conference devoted solely to BTC has drawn some of the most brilliant names in finance. Among the topics, was how to value […]

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Coinbase Starts Crypto Trading Services in India

The announcement was made at an event in India's tech hub Bangalore

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Why does the UK suddenly want to become a “crypto hub”? Hint: it has to do with the EU

This week, UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak tweeted about payment regulation reform recognizing crypto stablecoins as a valid payment in the UK. The post Why does the UK suddenly want to become a “crypto hub”? Hint: it has to do with the EU appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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Miami mayor reveals the formula for his city’s success as tech hub

Francis Suarez, Miami’s mayor, believes the city’s success as an upcoming tech hub is partially due to adopting crypto. The post Miami mayor reveals the formula for his city’s success as tech hub appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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UK Sets Out A Plan To Become The Global Hub For Crypto Assets

The UK government has announced plans that will see stablecoins recognized as a valid form of payment under local laws as part of wider plans to make Britain a global hub for crypto-asset technology and investment.

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Time For NFTs Of The Queen? The Royal Mint’s New Commission

The UK government is taking a forward-looking approach to NFTs and general crypto engagement in the country. Finance Minister Rishi Sunak recently announced a series of measures that intend to turn the UK into a global hub for crypto-asset technology and investment.

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Coinbase To Hire 1,000 Employees For India Crypto Hub Expansion

Even as India’s steep 30% tax on bitcoin earnings takes effect, US cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has announced plans to expand its operations in the country. Coinbase said that it has invested $150 million in Indian technology startups focused on crypto and Web3 and aims to create additional jobs in the nation this year. India has […]

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Nifty News: UK Royal Mint NFT, $960k Billionaire Dog rug and Pudgy Penguins

The Royal Mint NFT featured in a series of announcements aimed at making the U.K. a global crypto hub, with officials saying the NFT is “an emblem” of the approach the U.K. “is determined to take.”

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Crypto miners strike gold in Oklahoma as state introduces new tax incentives

Oklahoma lawmakers are in the final stages of introducing legislation that would make the state the new cryptocurrency mining hub in the United States Called the “Commercial Digital Asset Mining Act of 2022,” the proposed bill would see the state provide various incentives to businesses in “innovative technological industries” that set up shop in Oklahoma.

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Crypto Taxes and Crypto Bonds as UK Bids to Become a “Global Cryptoasset Hub,” Chancellor to Mint an NFT

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UK to Review Crypto Taxes and Plans Crypto Bonds While Chancellor to Mint an NFT

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UK Aims to Become Global Crypto Hub, Exchequer Says

Among initial steps will be legislation to recognize stablecoins as legitimate vehicles for payments.

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Kazakhstan Looks to Bring Crypto Exchanges to Central Asian Financial Hub

Kazakhstan is to implement a pilot project for the creation and operation of cryptocurrency exchanges in the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC).

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Kazakhstan Looks to Bring Crypto Exchanges to AIFC Hub

Kazakhstan is to implement a pilot project for the creation and operation of cryptocurrency exchanges in the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC).

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Is Austin the next US crypto hub? Officials approve blockchain resolutions

The City of Austin gears up to become America’s next crypto hot spot by passing two resolutions focused on cryptocurrency and blockchain innovation.

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Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao Laying The Pieces For An Epic Crypto Revolution

Binance’s CEO touched down in Brazil and has left a pretty interesting trail. The company acquired a brokerage in Brazil and unveiled plans to purchase banks. Brazil might be gearing up to be the leading cryptocurrency hub of South America.

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The Ripple Drop: Growing Crypto Liquidity, Banner Year for RippleNet and Ripple Liquidity Hub

In this edition of The Ripple Drop, we take a deep dive into liquidity. RippleNet General Manager Asheesh Birla joins us to explain how crypto liquidity works, why it’s important, and the roles On-Demand Liquidity and Ripple Liquidity Hub will play in driving its growth.

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Ted Cruz: Texas Should Be "Ground Zero" for Crypto Industry

Texas Senator Ted Cruz sees his state becoming the world's biggest cryptocurrency hub, doubling down on his support for the fledgling sector

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Mr. Block Announces Debut of New Ecommerce Website

Mr. Block, a leading crypto and blockchain technology resource center, has announced the rebranding of its eCommerce website—in conjunction with a “blockchain knowledge hub” app. The...

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UAE Looks To Issue Federal Crypto Licenses To Bolster Credentials As A Global Industry Haven

The United Arab Emirates has hatched a plan to become a global crypto hub wherein the world’s largest crypto companies will be lured in to set up shop in the country. The Middle Eastern country is reportedly planning to issue licenses for cryptocurrency-related firms by the end of this quarter. UAE Readies A National Licensing […]

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UAE to issue crypto licenses as it pushes to become a fintech hub

The UAE is eyeing companies and other providers within the growing crypto industry with… The post UAE to issue crypto licenses as it pushes to become a fintech hub appeared first on Coin Journal.

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Tokocrypto launches Asia’s first crypto hub and education epicenter, T-Hub in Bali, Indonesia

Tokocrypto, Indonesia's no. 1 most trusted crypto-assets digital exchange, is launching Asia’s first crypto hub in the picturesque island of Bali, Indonesia. Coined ‘T-Hub’, the center will act The post Tokocrypto launches Asia’s first crypto hub and education epicenter, T-Hub in Bali, Indonesia appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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The Rising Star OpenMeta: Committed To Being an NFT Trading Hub on BSC

Opensea has been the most popular exchange in the crypto world in 2021. The emergence and continuous boom of NFT have given it a trading volume that surpasses other leading exchanges such as Coinbase, Binance, etc.

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Crypto Coral Tribe NFT Competition winners announcement!

On our most recent episode we offered regular listeners the chance to win a Crypto Coral Tribe NFT. Did you win? Listen to find out! Crypto Coral Tribe is a creative hub and NFT project leveraging art and tech to protect the natural world - the Crypto Coral Tribe invests 50% of all proceeds in a community-led Impact Fund driving marine and wildlife restoration.

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NYC Mayor Will Keep His Promise And Convert First Paycheck To Bitcoin And Ethereum

New York’s latest mayor Eric Adams has reiterated his promise to take his first paycheck in bitcoin. Adams had made the promise during his election as part of his mission to make New York City the crypto hub of the nation.

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Bulgaria's finance minister says the country is exploring crypto payment options: Report

The government official added that he thought Bulgaria was unlikely to become a major hub for crypto miners, many of whom many are reportedly considering leaving Kazakhstan.

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Crypto Coral Tribe - NFTs for good!

The Crypto Coral Tribe is a creative hub and NFT project leveraging art and tech to protect the natural world - the Crypto Coral Tribe invests 50% of all proceeds in a community-led Impact Fund.

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