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Laos government will halt crypto businesses deemed inactive
On Nov. 9, the Laos government announced it would halt business activities, levy fines and potentially revoke licenses of companies that do not meet their commitments or show progress in cryptocurrency mining and trading agreements in what is considered an inactive status. дальше »
2023-11-9 19:22
Bloomberg analysts point to 8-day window beginning Nov. 9 in which several spot Bitcoin ETFs could see approval
Bloomberg ETF analysts James Seyffart and Eric Balchunas posted a research note on Nov. 8 suggesting that an upcoming 8-day window opening on Nov. 9 may see approvals from the SEC for several proposed spot Bitcoin ETFs. дальше »
2023-11-9 22:35
How to manage crypto losses on tax returns in the US, UK and Canada
Unlock the complexities of cryptocurrency taxation and learn how crypto losses impact your tax liability in the United States, United Kingdom and Canada. дальше »
2023-11-8 17:55
CFTC expands digital assets cases to 50% in 2023
Digital assets were the target of about half of the reports reviewed by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for the 2023 financial year. The CFTC’s efforts are particularly effective in the crypto industry, where most financial frauds for… дальше »
2023-11-8 16:53
Biden Administration Seeks Crypto Oversight Amid Hamas Concerns
Biden administration seeks new congressional powers to crack down on illicit crypto use by Hamas to fund war. дальше »
2023-11-8 02:43
Half of CFTC’s enforcement cases in the last year involved digital assets
The U. S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) released its enforcement results for the 2023 fiscal year on Nov. 7. , in which the agency reported 96 enforcement actions. Of these, 47 of those cases were related to digital assets. дальше »
2023-11-8 00:00
Kazakhstan reportedly blocked access to Coinbase
Kazakhstan’s officials say American crypto exchange Coinbase is violating local laws. Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has been blocked in Kazakhstan as the country is trying to oblige all trading companies to comply with its local regulatory environment. According to a report… дальше »
2023-11-7 16:09
SEC wants to hire crypto experts, but job candidates won’t sell their holdings
The U. S. Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) is facing challenges in recruiting cryptocurrency experts, a problem partly attributed to its own policies, as highlighted in a recent agency document. дальше »
2023-11-7 02:30
US Treasury sanctions Russian national for helping oligarchs evade sanctions with crypto, cash, and real estate
The U. S. Department of the Treasury and its Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned a Russian businesswoman on Nov. 3. The agency said that Russian national Ekaterina Zhdanova helped the country’s elites launder and move funds using virtual currency and other methods. дальше »
2023-11-3 22:40
XRP gains approval from Dubai Financial Services Authority
Ripple announced on Nov. 2 that the XRP token has been approved under the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA)’s virtual assets regime. That approval means that virtual asset firms will be able to make use of XRP if they are licensed within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) area — a special economic zone and […] The post XRP gains approval from Dubai Financial Services Authority appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2023-11-3 02:40
SEC Investigates PayPal Over Its PYUSD Stablecoin
SEC subpoenas PayPal over its dollar-pegged PYUSD stablecoin, highlighting debates on big tech and crypto regulation. дальше »
2023-11-3 19:54
King Charles decrees ‘rapidly advancing AI’ needs to be ‘safe and secure’ at AI Safety Summit
Government ministers from around the globe gathered today for the world’s first-ever summit on artificial intelligence (AI) safety, held at Bletchley Park, the historic site where Alan Turing cracked the Enigma code during World War II. дальше »
2023-11-1 17:00
Bitcoin taps $35,000, then retraces, sparking massive liquidation before Fed decision
Quick Take Bitcoin experienced a significant price moment, reaching the $35,000 mark just before the impending Federal Reserve interest rate decision scheduled for 2 p. m. GMT, causing noticeable turbulence in the crypto market. дальше »
2023-11-1 16:43
SEC missed a step with its crypto safeguarding rule, U.S. government watchdog says
The U. S. Government Accountability Office posted a complaint about a cryptocurrency-related bulletin from the country’s main securities regulator on Oct. 31. The accountability office said that the U. дальше »
2023-11-1 01:56
Taiwan introduces bill aiming to create regulatory framework for crypto
Taiwan has taken a significant step towards regulating its flourishing virtual asset market by introducing a new bill called the “Virtual Asset Management Regulations Draft,” which aims to create a comprehensive regulatory framework for the crypto industry. дальше »
2023-10-29 02:00
Roundhill files for Bitcoin Covered Call ETF
Roundhill Financial has submitted a proposal to create a Bitcoin Covered Call ETF in the wake of the anticipated approval of Bitcoin spot ETFs by the SEC. New York-based investment advisor Roundhill Financial has reportedly moved in anticipation of the… дальше »
2023-10-28 16:12
Hester Peirce objects to SEC’s handling of LBRY case
Hester Peirce, a commissioner for the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), dissented from the agency’s case against LBRY on Oct. 27. LBRY Inc. , the firm behind the LBRY blockchain and content-sharing network, announced on Oct. дальше »
2023-10-28 01:30
Gensler remarks ‘don’t get me started on crypto’ reaffirming most digital assets are securities
In his recent talk before the 2023 Securities Enforcement Forum, SEC Chair Gary Gensler offered a stark warning to the burgeoning crypto asset securities markets, captured in his terse comment, “Don’t get me started on crypto. дальше »
2023-10-26 13:30
Digital asset market cap surges by $250 billion in October as tech stocks plummet
Quick Take The ‘Magnificent 7’, a moniker for the top 7 tech stocks – Apple, Tesla, Nvidia, Amazon, Meta, Google, Microsoft – have been a beacon of robust performance with impressive year-to-date gains. дальше »
2023-10-26 13:00
UK’s Financial Conduct Authority says crypto firms are failing to satisfy new promotional rules
The U. K. ’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) said on Oct. 25 that many crypto firms are failing to meet its new promotion requirements. The relevant rules came into effect on Oct. 8. Those rules require companies to warn users that they could lose their entire investment by investing in some crypto products. дальше »
2023-10-26 22:40
Ethereum dominance against Bitcoin takes sharp dive
Quick Take The evolving dynamics in the cryptocurrency market are clearly reflected in the Ethereum-Bitcoin ratio, which is inching closer to 0. 05, a level not seen since mid-2021. Ethereum’s (ETH) position against Bitcoin (BTC) has been in a steady decline. дальше »
2023-10-26 22:10
Impact of FCA’s new crypto rules: market shifts and high-profile exits
FCA's enforcement of new advertising guidelines triggers changes in the UK crypto space, prompting high-profile exits and the birth of compliance gatekeepers. дальше »
2023-10-25 18:04
Financial institutions inch towards crypto adoption
A panel of industry experts indicated growing, albeit cautious, adoption of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology by mainstream financial institutions at the European Blockchain Convention on Wednesday. дальше »
2023-10-25 17:29
Amid Bitcoin ETF rumors, BlackRock stumbles paying $2.5M in SEC charges for investment misreporting other fund
Amid a bullish market for Bitcoin and anticipation of a spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) on the horizon, BlackRock, one of the world’s leading investment advisers, has been charged by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for failing to report significant investments made by a publicly traded fund accurately it advised. дальше »
2023-10-25 13:45
Binance allegedly utilizes HKVAEX to navigate Hong Kong market
With a separate company, Binance re wants to avoid unnecessary attention in Hong Kong while dealing with regulators overseas. Crypto exchange Binance is rumored to hide behind HKVAEX, a Hong Kong-based crypto trading platform established in 2022. Currently, HKVAEX is… дальше »
2023-10-25 11:52
Coinbase Seeks Dismissal of SEC Lawsuit Over Crypto Trading
Coinbase calls SEC lawsuit regulatory overreach, saying traded crypto tokens are commodities not securities, as it seeks case dismissal. дальше »
2023-10-25 02:50
FBI charges six individuals in multimillion-dollar Bitcoin money-laundering scheme
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has charged six individuals in connection to an unlicensed money-transmitting business involving crypto as a money laundering tool. Court filings dated Oct. дальше »
2023-10-21 00:50
Hong Kong regulator updates crypto policies for intermediaries
In an Oct. 20 post, the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong shared updated guidelines that will supersede the January 2022 joint circular on virtual-asset-related activities. дальше »
2023-10-21 22:39
Europe proposes crypto entity suitability guidelines
The European Banking Authority (EBA) and the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) have published a joint document that contains crypto entity suitability guidelines. Two projects from the paper involve assessing the suitability of members of management boards and shareholders… дальше »
2023-10-20 15:47
Ripple Founders Win As SEC Drops Charges
The SEC dropped charges against Ripple's executives, marking a major victory for the crypto firm, though its legal battle continues. дальше »
2023-10-20 01:00
Coinbase applies for MiCA license with EU hub in Ireland
The new European regulation, officially approved in May 2023, is set to come into force in December 2024. One of the top U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchanges, Coinbase, is said to have submitted its application for a license under the EU’s new… дальше »
2023-10-19 13:19
Gensler takes questions on spot Bitcoin ETFs, but keeps cards close to chest
U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chair Gary Gensler spoke to Bloomberg about several pending spot Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs on Oct. 18. In his interview, Gensler acknowledged that around ten Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) proposals are currently awaiting a decision from SEC staff. дальше »
2023-10-19 23:55
QCP Capital does not anticipate any Bitcoin ETF approval in Q4 2023
QCP Capital's Q4 2023 forecast warns of volatility in Bitcoin and equities, citing macro factors and geopolitical tensions as key drivers while dismissing hopes for ETF approval. дальше »
2023-10-19 23:10
Basel Committee introduces draft guidelines on crypto asset disclosure
The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision has proposed standardized disclosure templates for major banking institutions regarding their crypto asset exposure, aiming for implementation by 2025. дальше »
2023-10-19 21:18
ECB launches survey towards CBDC development
The Eurosystem has published a survey on its plans for trials and experiments on new technologies for wholesale central bank money settlement. The survey aims to gather feedback from market participants and stakeholders on the potential benefits, challenges, and use… дальше »
2023-10-18 12:10
EU adopts directive for stronger member collaboration on crypto tax data sharing
The Council of the European Union (EU) has adopted a directive to enhance cooperation amongst national taxation authorities, particularly on crypto-assets transactions. The Oct. 17 announcement signifies a significant shift in the regulatory landscape of EU’s crypto-assets, demonstrating a proactive approach towards the rapidly digitalizing economy. дальше »
2023-10-18 10:19
Reddit shuts down blockchain-based Community Points service
Reddit has decided to discontinue its blockchain-based Community Points reward system, citing scalability challenges and regulatory concerns. дальше »
2023-10-18 00:16
Fed Governor Michelle Bowman expresses central bank’s skepticism of CBDCs
As the U. S. heads into the next election year, crypto concerns have begun to seep into mainstream American politics—specifically, the terrifying prospect of a United States central bank digital currency (CBDC) U. дальше »
2023-10-17 21:00
Australia’s central bank seeks to explore CBDC use
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has expressed its openness to explore the potential role of a central bank digital currency (CBDC). The RBA Assistant Governor (Financial System) Brad Jones made these remarks in a speech titled “A Tokenised Future… дальше »
2023-10-17 16:43
BIS to oblige banks to disclose crypto exposure starting 2025
In a consultative document, the Basel Committee said the measures would reduce information asymmetry among banks and market participants. Financial institutions might soon be required to disclose their exposure to cryptocurrencies. дальше »
2023-10-17 16:18
ESMA warns no retail crypto protection in EU until 2024 at the earliest – report
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the bloc’s securities watchdog, warned that investors will not be protected under the European Union’s crypto asset market rules until the end of 2024 at the earliest. дальше »
2023-10-17 13:30
For the first time in two years, GBTC discount to NAV drops below 15%
Quick Take The Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) fund ended the day yesterday, Oct. 16, up 7. 7%. The substantial rise took GBTC’s year-to-date gains to a striking 166%. However, concurrently, the discount to Net Asset Value (NAV) has declined below 15% for the first time in the past two years, now standing at 14. дальше »
2023-10-17 13:15
Cathie Wood says ‘hopes are rising’ for spot Bitcoin ETF; Larry Fink addresses role of crypto in restless markets
Cathie Wood, the CEO and CIO of ARK Invest, commented on pending spot Bitcoin ETF applications during a CNBC interview on Oct. 16. As ARK Invest is one of several asset managers pursuing a spot Bitcoin ETF, Wood began by describing the current state of her company’s application, stating: “It was publicized and disclosed last […] The post Cathie Wood says ‘hopes are rising’ for spot Bitcoin ETF; Larry Fink addresses role of crypto in restless markets appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2023-10-17 01:50
Court orders Genesis to produce subpoenaed documents in Terraform Labs case
Genesis and its associated companies were ordered by a judge to produce documents on Oct. 13, as part of a securities case initiated by the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against Terraform Labs. дальше »
2023-10-17 00:20
SEC publishes 2024 assessment metrics for crypto industry registrants
The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has published its key focus areas for examining market risks and participants in fiscal year 2024, unveiling heightened scrutiny on crypto assets, blockchain, and other emerging financial technology. дальше »
2023-10-17 22:20
Binance stops accepting new UK customers effective today
Cryptocurrency giant Binance will cease accepting new UK users effective at 5:00 PM London time on Monday, October 16, 2023 (16:00 UTC). This move comes in the wake of the UK’s enforcement of the Financial Promotions Regime for qualifying crypto assets that came into effect on October 8, 2023, allowing unregulated overseas firms like Binance […] The post Binance stops accepting new UK customers effective today appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2023-10-16 19:20
Amount of Bitcoin held for a decade or longer nears unprecedented milestone of 3 million coins
Quick Take The Bitcoin landscape is witnessing an unprecedented event, as the number of Bitcoins that haven’t been moved for over a decade is nearing the 3 million mark. This represents approximately 15% of the current circulating supply of about 19. дальше »
2023-10-16 18:30
Crypto companies seek more time amid new MiCA regulations
The Electronic Money Association requested the Department of Finance a most extended transition period before implementing the MiCA regulation. According to a report by the Independent, the organization, which has major fintech players such as Revolut and PayPal, among others,… дальше »
2023-10-16 16:25
Australia releases new crypto regulatory framework
The Australian treasury has released a consultation paper proposing a new regulatory framework for cryptocurrency exchanges. The new legal framework will require cryptocurrency companies to apply for a financial services license. дальше »
2023-10-16 10:27
Australia to introduce crypto regulation mandating licenses for crypto exchanges
The Australian federal government is set to introduce new regulations requiring crypto exchanges to obtain a financial services license, the Australian Financial Review reported on Oct. 15. Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones is scheduled to unveil these long-anticipated rules during the Australian Financial Review Crypto Summit. дальше »