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Monetary Authority of Singapore To Add AML Rules To Crypto With Payment Services Act
The MAS (Monetary Authority of Singapore) has announced measures to update the existing regulatory framework guiding all digital payments. Announced early Tuesday morning, the PSA Act of 2019 (Singapore’s Payment Services Act) is aimed at introducing DPT (Digital Payment Services) under the existing AML and CTF (Anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist-financing) rules. By doing so, it […] дальше »
2020-1-28 17:44 | |
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Singapore Announces New AML Rules for Crypto Businesses
Singapore’s newly-enacted Payment Services Act brings so-called Digital Payment Token (DPT) services under current anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist-financing (CTF) rules. дальше »
2020-1-28 07:40 | |
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New Guidelines Subject Canadian Crypto Exchanges to Securities Laws
Canadian regulators have issued new guidance determining when current securities legislation applies to operations conducted by cryptocurrency exchanges. According to the clarifications in the document, many domestic and foreign entities serving Canadian users, for example those that provide custodial services, will have to abide by the country’s securities laws and act like securities dealers. дальше »
2020-1-18 19:10 | |
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Japan’s Financial Watchdog to Further Reduce Maximum Leverage to 2x on Crypto Margin Trading
The Financial Services Agency (FSA) is planning to limit the leverage in cryptocurrency margin trading to twice the deposits of traders, reported Japan Times on Saturday. This new rule will be included in the Cabinet Office, which FSA will revise in the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act that will go into effect in spring. This […] дальше »
2020-1-13 16:49 | |
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Germany To Issue Crypto Regulations On January 1 2020
The Amended Directive to the Fourth EU Money Laundering Directive will go into force in Germany on January 1, 2020. Some of the key changes affect how the German Banking Act and Payment Supervision Services Act relate to crypto. дальше »
2019-12-19 17:15 | |
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German Banks Authorized to Store and Sell Cryptocurrency in 2020
Next year German banks will be able to manage cryptocurrencies like bitcoin after the fourth EU money laundering directive goes into effect. The directive passed in the German parliament, Bundestag, allows banks in the country to act as cryptocurrency custodians rather than rely on third-party custodial services. дальше »
2019-11-30 20:15 | |
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New Singapore Payment Services Act Includes Forensic Crypto Tracking
Financial regulators in Singapore are looking to implement robust crypto tracking as part of efforts to combat financial crimes. This move comes as authorities are set to introduce the country’s new Payment Services Act. дальше »
2019-10-17 13:27 | |
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Facebook and Calibra sued in NY court for trademark infringement
Facebook and Calibra gets sued by Plaintiff Finco Services for trademark infringement, unfair competition and “false designation of origin” under the U. S. Lanham Act. In addition to alleging copy of Calibra swirly tilde logo, the accusing party also seek preliminary and permanent injunctive relief , which may force Calibra to stop using the current trademark. дальше »
2019-10-11 17:03 | |
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Liechtenstein’s Blockchain Act Makes it First to Fully Regulate Token Economy
Liechtenstein, one of the smallest, but richest, nations, has taken further steps to ingrain itself as a potential blockchain and cryptocurrency powerhouse with a new unanimously passed Act. The Act on Tokens and Entities Providing Services Based on Trusted Technologies (TVTG), also known as the Blockchain Act, will see comprehensive and precise regulation of the token economy […] The post Liechtenstein’s Blockchain Act Makes it First to Fully Regulate Token Economy appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2019-10-8 11:15 | |
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Liechtenstein Blockchain Act Approved By Parliament; Improved AML And Investor Protection
The Tokens and Entities Providing Services Based on Trusted Technologies (TVTG), also called the Blockchain Act, was passed in agreement with all the members in the Parliament of Liechtenstein. With the introduction of the Act, it tends to provide the users of blockchain technology a greater legal certainty and support the digitized economy positively. The […] дальше »
2019-10-6 17:52 | |
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Blockchain Act: Liechtenstein Becomes First Nation to Launch Comprehensive Crypto Regulations
Liechtenstein’s parliament unanimously approved the Act on Tokens and Entities Providing Services Based on Trusted Technologies (TVTG), also referred to as the Blockchain Act. The nation’s parliament passed the Act on October 3. According to... дальше »
2019-10-6 16:29 | |
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China Merchants Bank International teams with Nervos for DApp development
China Merchants Bank International teams with Nervos for DApp development - CryptoNinjas China Merchants Bank International (CMBI), a wholly-owned Hong Kong subsidiary of China Merchants Bank, today announced that it is partnering with layered blockchain network Nervos to jointly develop and launch decentralized applications (DApps) for financial services. дальше »
2019-10-4 18:51 | |
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Here’s how data driven startups are helping to make cities greener
The world is in a state of climate emergency. The importance of tackling climate change has arguably never been higher. Governments around the world are coming under increasing pressure to act and deliver initiatives to make our cities greener, cleaner, and all-round better places to live. дальше »
2019-10-1 17:47 | |
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Android users suckered for $100s by basic calculator and QR scanning apps
If all the different types of malware that find a way to sneak into the Google Play Store wasn’t enough, here’s another nasty surprise. A new category of apps called “Fleeceware” has been unearthed on the app distribution platform; these apps were found to abuse the Play Store policies and grossly charge users hundreds of dollars for mundane services like calculators and QR code scanners. дальше »
2019-9-26 09:30 | |
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BNY Mellon to Act as Transfer Agent for Bitwise’s Proposed Bitcoin ETF
Bitwise has chosen BNY Mellon to be the transfer agent for its Bitcoin ETF, while Foreside Fund Services will be the marketing agent and Cohen & Company will act as auditor
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LINE’s LVC becomes registered cryptocurrency exchange
LINE’s LVC becomes registered cryptocurrency exchange - CryptoNinjas LVC Corporation, a group company of LINE Corporation (LINE) and operator of LINE’s cryptocurrency and blockchain-related businesses, has become a registered cryptocurrency exchanger under Japan’s Payment Services Act, as of September 6th, 2019. дальше »
2019-9-9 18:19 | |
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This scammer allegedly stole $7 million from businesses that just wanted to buy Bitcoin
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has indicted a Pennsylvanian man for allegedly defrauding $7 million from prospective Bitcoin investors through an effectively fake “escrow” service. дальше »
2019-7-26 15:23 | |
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Circle opens up new Bermuda office with digital assets business license
Circle opens up new Bermuda office with digital assets business license » CryptoNinjas Digital money firm Circle, announced today it has expanded its global offering with the launch and regulatory licensing of a new subsidiary in Bermuda. дальше »
2019-7-23 20:43 | |
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Bitcoin Suisse Joins Crypto Companies Looking To Become Swiss Banks
Bitcoin Suisse, the Switzerland-based cryptocurrency broker, has taken the first steps to becoming a bonafide bank, the company has revealed. Bitcoin Suisse Applies For Banking, Securities License In a press release issued on July 16, Bitcoin Suisse, which already offers various crypto-focused financial services, also committed to using the Swiss regulatory system for its future expansion. дальше »
2019-7-19 19:00 | |
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Facebook Hawks Libra as Western Union 2.0 Amid Capitol Hill Slugfest
House Financial Services Committee Chairwoman Maxine Waters has been on a crusade against Facebook’s entry into cryptocurrency via the Libra project. Her rampage continued on Wednesday during a second day of congressional hearings devoted to Libra. дальше »
2019-7-18 20:40 | |
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“Keep Big Tech Out of Finance Act” proposes $1 million per day fine on large tech companies acting as financial institutions
A recent bill, “Keep Big Tech Out Of Finance Act,” recommends prohibiting giant tech firms from serving as financial institutions or launching their own cryptocurrency. Likely geared toward Facebook, the bill was reviewed by Democrats that oversee the House Financial Services Committee. дальше »
2019-7-16 18:38 | |
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Australian Government Publishes Update on Cryptocurrency and ICO Rules
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has published an update on how it intends to regulate crypto-related businesses and initial coin offerings (ICOs). дальше »
2019-6-1 19:04 | |
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FinCEN Issues Clear Guidance to Money Services Businesses (MSBs)
To serve as a reminder to persons who have the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) obligations, the U. S. Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) on May 9, 2019, issued interpretive guidance. The guidance focuses on how FinCEN money services businesses (MSBs) regulations apply to certain ventures that deal with money transmission whose value is not denominated inRead MoreRead More. дальше »
2019-5-13 20:00 | |
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Op Ed: Understanding the Latest FinCEN Guidance for Cryptocurrencies
On May 9, 2019, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), issued new “interpretive guidance” about how its regulations apply to businesses that conduct money transmissions in virtual currencies. дальше »
2019-5-11 21:34 | |
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“Holders Are Not at Risk”: Bitfinex Lawyer Responds to NY Attorney General
Bitfinex and Tether’s legal counsel has written a response to the New York Attorney General’s (NYAG) ex parte order, which claims that Bitifinex used Tether’s reserves to cover some $850 million in losses. дальше »
2019-5-1 01:22 | |
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U.S. Citizens Can Now Accept Their Federal or State Tax Refund in Bitcoin
Federal tax season just passed in the United States, but if you’re one to leave responsibility to the wayside and had to apply for an extension, that might just pay off. дальше »
2019-5-1 23:39 | |
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Bitfinex Faces Legal Action From NY Attorney General: Here’s What This Means
The New York Office of the Attorney General (AG) wants to take a closer look into the business operations of Bitfinex and related stablecoin issuer Tether (USDT). According to a legal petition filed with the Supreme Court of New York, the NY Attorney General Office of Letitia James is applying for a court order to investigate Bitfinex’s suite of interrelated companies (including its umbrella firm iFinex and Tether Holdings Limited) for “ongoing fraud” to the tune of $850 million. дальше »
2019-4-27 01:30 | |
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FinCEN Issues First-Ever Civil Penalty Against Bitcoin Exchange
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau within the U. S. Department of the Treasury, has imposed its first-ever penalty on a peer-to-peer crypto exchange for violating AML regulations, among other violations. дальше »
2019-4-20 23:38 | |
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FinCEN Penalize Bitcoin Exchanger for Unlawful Practices
The United States Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has ordered Eric Powers, the operator of a peer-to-peer Bitcoin exchange, to pay a fine of $35,000 for willfully violating the Bank Secrecy Act’s (BSA) registration for failing to register as a money services business, according to a press release on April 18, 2019. дальше »
2019-4-20 23:00 | |
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Malta: Financial Regulator Approves First 14 Crypto Assets Agents
The Malta Financial Services Authority approves first 14 crypto assets agents five months after its Virtual Financial Assets Act came into effect
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LocalBitcoins, Once a Go-To for Anonymous Bitcoin Transactions, Adds KYC
The Finland-based, peer-to-peer cryptocurrency trading platform LocalBitcoins released a statement on March 25, 2019, responding to a new act approved by the Finnish Parliament that will require users to verify their identities. дальше »
2019-3-28 18:00 | |
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Bitcoin Accepted as Payment Option by Major US Electronics Company
Avnet has become the latest major enterprise to begin accepting payment in bitcoin and other cryptocurrency. On March 19, 2019, the company announced that it will allow customers to pay for goods and services using bitcoin and bitcoin cash. дальше »
2019-3-20 19:08 | |
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Wall Street Tax Endorsed by AOC Amid Questions About Her Campaign’s Finances
It’s just Tuesday, and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N. Y. ) is all the news it seems. However, it’s not all good. A resolution she’s signed on to will be introduced that will call for Wall Street investors and traders to be taxed. дальше »
2019-3-5 21:36 | |
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Grim Stories of Ethical, Privacy Abuses Emerge About Coinbase’s New Partners
When Coinbase acquired Neutrino for an unspecified amount in February 2019, the news looked like business as usual: A cryptocurrency juggernaut had made another acquisition. дальше »
2019-3-1 17:19 | |
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Court Grants QuadrigaCX Bankruptcy Protection
Today, February 5, 2019, a court in Nova Scotia, Canada, granted bankruptcy protection under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) to the embattled Vancouver-based cryptocurrency exchange QuadrigaCX. дальше »
2019-2-6 23:12 | |
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Wrap Your Head Around This: BTC Is Now Featured as a Token on Ethereum
It happened: Bitcoin is now an Ethereum token. Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC), an ERC-20 token with a 1-1 peg to bitcoin, went live on the Ethereum network on the final day of January, “the first token that makes Bitcoin compatible with the Ethereum chain,” its architects say. дальше »
2019-2-2 00:04 | |
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Texas Updates Regulatory Guidance Regarding Cryptocurrency Activities
The Texas Department of Banking has published new guidance regarding the regulatory treatment of virtual currencies under the Texas Money Services Act. The document states that most transactions involving cryptocurrencies will not be considered a transfer of “monetary value” but the exchange of virtual currencies for fiat will likely be recognized as a “money transmission. дальше »
2019-1-5 21:00 | |
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Texas Financial Watchdog May Recognize Stablecoins as Money for Licensing Purposes
A memo from the Texas Department of Banking considers treating stablecoins as money under the Texas Money Services Act
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Switzerland says its national blockchain will be more secure than Bitcoin – it won’t be
Switzerland‘s state-run postal and telecoms services are hellbent on building a national blockchain in a bid to recruit local businesses to convert to distributed ledger technology (DLT). Swiss Post and Swisscom have shared details of joint-venture to build a completely private Swiss blockchain for launching locally operated “decentralized” applications. дальше »
2018-12-6 14:11 | |
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Op Ed: From Gray To Black and White: Traditional Regulations Come to Crypto
For nearly a decade, participants in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space have operated in a regulatory compliance gray zone. Recent developments — at both the federal and international levels — signal that the time for plausible deniability or unregulated freedom is coming to an end and more traditional regulations are moving to the forefront. дальше »
2018-12-3 19:20 | |
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Report: Crypto Exchanges Are Recording Impressive Revenues
Cryptocurrency exchanges are catching up to their traditional counterparts, a new study suggests. According to a report released by global professional services company Accenture, revenue from cryptocurrency exchanges is now matching that of traditional exchanges. дальше »
2018-11-29 20:08 | |
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Singapore Delays Decision On Electronic Wallets And Crypto Tokens Regulatory Oversight
A proposal, the Payment Services Bill, was introduced to the parliament of Singapore in an effort use the country’s central bank to oversee the providers of payment services for cryptocurrency. It would specifically apply to providers that do not fall under the jurisdiction of the Money-Changing and Remittance Businesses Act or the Payment Systems Oversight […] дальше »
2018-11-28 11:56 | |
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Top 5 CPA Firm Confirms Funds in First Attestation of Circle’s USDC
Circle’s USD Coin (USDC) has released an independent, third-party attestation of its bank account, and according to a top 5 public accounting firm, the stablecoin has its funds in order. дальше »
2018-11-22 22:05 | |
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Op Ed: SEC’s Latest Declaration Creates Legal Minefield for Digital Assets
On November 16, 2018, the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a public statement clarifying its intent to regulate activities involving the issuance and trading of digital assets. дальше »
2018-11-21 01:44 | |
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Namek ICO (NMK Token): Cryptocurrency Airdrop And Bounty Program?
What Is Namek? Namek is a blockchain-based platform that offers Airdrop services for ICOs and Bounty services for both freelancers and ICOs. The Namek Platform will act a bridge for entrepreneurs in developing economies to help them access international investment capital market. дальше »
2018-11-10 10:52 | |
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