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India Ends Disappointing Year in Crypto, Will 2020 Be Better?
Regardless of crypto market price action, some countries have had a better 2019 than others. India has been on the back foot for most of it as the central bank and regulators procrastinated with the new technology and stifled further innovation. дальше »
2019-12-9 12:30
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Bitcoin ETF chances jump after SEC green lights futures-based fund; here’s why
For years, crypto financial services firms across the U. S. have been trying their hand at issuing publicly-traded Bitcoin funds (ETFs). Unfortunately for these hopefuls, the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has long not agreed with these firms’ assertions that the Bitcoin market is ready for its own regulated, tradable fund. дальше »
2019-12-8 10:25
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India: RBI Mulling State-Owned Cryptocurrency
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), India’s central bank, has become the latest central bank with plans to launch a central bank digital currency otherwise known as CBDC. Despite looking into the possibility of launching a ‘crypto-rupee’, the RBI still maintains its anti-cryptocurrency stance. дальше »
2019-12-7 10:00
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Deutsche Bank Research: Crypto to Replace Fiat Currencies by 2030
Per Deutsche Bank’s recent research, people’s heightened demand for dematerialized means of payment and anonymity could drive more individuals to digital currencies
дальше »2019-12-6 05:00
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Japan Now Has 21 Approved Crypto Exchanges
Japan’s top financial regulator has approved the remaining crypto exchange that was in business prior to the regulation of the crypto industry. Exchanges in this category were allowed to continue operations while their registration applications were being reviewed. дальше »
2019-12-4 08:45
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The crypto industry is getting an ally in the U.S. Senate
Kelly Loeffler, the CEO of Bakkt, is set to be appointed as the new U. S. senator of Georgia. According to CBS News, a source familiar with the plan confirmed the news, saying the decision would become effective on Jan. дальше »
2019-12-3 16:50
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Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Calls for Blockchain-Based KYC Proposals
Sri Lanka's Central Bank wants to use a blockchain system for local banks' "know-your-customer" protocols. дальше »
2019-12-3 19:30
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Regulatory Roundup: Germany to Let Banks Sell and Store Crypto, Laws Changing in Asia
Some major regulatory developments in the crypto space have transpired this week. Not only has Germany passed a bill allowing banks to sell and store cryptocurrencies, but South Korea and Thailand are also amending their laws to better regulate the crypto industry. дальше »
2019-12-3 16:40
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Canadian Regulator Green-Lights Bitcoin Fund IPO
The Bitcoin Fund’s initial public offering (IPO) filing has been accepted by Canada’s Ontario Securities Commission. Despite previously rejecting it, the Canadian regulator finally accepted the fund’s IPO prospectus after a public hearing and a favorable ruling. дальше »
2019-12-1 01:05
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Can Bitcoin Be the Saving Grace for Ailing Banks?
Bitcoin began as the enemy of the banks, a new tool to bring traditional finance to a halt. However, as the cryptocurrency permeated the mainstream, it has become clear that the path for Bitcoin adoption is through financial regulation. дальше »
2019-12-1 19:35
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European AML Regulations Follow the US Path With a Six-Years' Delay
The EU’s AML legislation is following the U.S.’s path but with significant delays for the emerging tech industry
дальше »2019-11-30 15:16
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Crypto Employees in China Work From Home to Avoid Government Pressure
Not too long after embracing blockchain, Beijing has made it clear, one way or the other, that it didn’t mean Bitcoin. Increased scrutiny over the cryptocurrency sector and harsh measures against some companies have been implemented to supposedly protect citizens from scams. дальше »
2019-11-29 13:43
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Germany proposes bill to allow banks to deal in cryptocurrency in 2020, here’s what this will mean [UPDATED]
The federal parliament of Germany has drafted a bill that, if enacted, will allow banks to become custodians and merchants of cryptocurrency in 2020, German business newspaper Handelsblatt reported Wednesday. дальше »
2019-11-29 07:15
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US Government Worried Crypto Can Shift Power to Private Sector
Cryptocurrency is one of the top issues for the U. S. Treasury. Particularly, the Treasury is worried decentralized cryptocurrencies can shift some functions away from the government to the private sector and raise the issue of self-government, according to Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Justin Muzinich. дальше »
2019-11-28 18:30
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EToro: Facebook Should Drop Libra and Support Third-Party Stablecoins
Facebook needs to change strategy and focus on the Calibra wallet — not Libra — to assure success, say eToro’s blockchain researchers
дальше »2019-11-28 15:52
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Upbit Promises Swift Reimbursement, Theories Over Missing Funds Swell
Details are still sketchy after Upbit hack, although some experts are skeptical to call it an “inside job.” Meanwhile, exchange’s operator confirms they are planning a quick reimbursement
дальше »2019-11-28 15:29
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A Third of Crypto Exchanges Have Little or No KYC, Says CipherTrace
Around one third of the top 120 exchanges are "weak" when it comes to know-your-customer (KYC) verification, while two-thirds "lack strong KYC policies," the firm said. дальше »
2019-11-28 13:42
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South Korean Committee Passes Bill Enforcing FATF Crypto Rules
South Korea’s national policy committee has passed an amendment establishing a legal framework for cryptocurrencies. It requires crypto exchanges and service providers to register with the country’s financial regulator and comply with the recommendations set by the Financial Action Task Force. дальше »
2019-11-27 09:20
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Bittrex Exchange Denies It Sought to Collaborate With Ukrainian Government
Bittrex has denied claims that it reached out to the Ukrainian government to cooperate on developing the cryptocurrency industry there
дальше »2019-11-27 02:25
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Chinese government shuts down 173 crypto exchanges and token issuers
Almost 200 cryptocurrency exchanges and token issuing platforms have been shut down. According to the People’s Bank of China’s (PBoC) financial report, the country will continue to crack down on “unlicensed payment” businesses, which include online lending institutions and other financial companies operating on the internet. дальше »
2019-11-26 22:15
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Regulatory Roundup: China Rekindles Cleanup, US Widens Oversight, India Defers Decisions
News. Bitcoin. com has initiated a regular roundup of cryptocurrency regulatory developments around the world. For the first edition, we cover six U. S. regulators and India’s decisions on the supreme court hearing and crypto bill. дальше »
2019-11-26 21:00
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Waves and the Tricky Task of Being a Russian Crypto Brand
What if your biggest client is your biggest reputation risk? дальше »
2019-11-26 12:00
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Beijing-Based BISS Exchange Shut Down, Arrests Made
A relatively well-known cryptocurrency exchange, BISS, has recently been shut down by police in Beijing. At least 10 people have been arrested. According to Wan (@DoveyWan), this news has been circulating in China for a couple of weeks and is only now being revealed to the West, though it is unclear why. дальше »
2019-11-24 16:20
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China’s ‘Silicon Valley’ Identifies 39 Cryptocurrency Companies As Illegal
Shenzhen is the blockchain hub of China, but its law enforcement will soon be cracking down on cryptocurrencies. The state has identified some 39 illegal cryptocurrency companies operating within the city. дальше »
2019-11-23 00:17
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Restrictions Worldwide Show Why It’s Vital to Be Your Own Bank
As capital controls and banking restrictions continue to affect various populations worldwide, standing in the way of individuals and their hard-earned savings, some are looking to safer options and even cryptocurrencies. дальше »
2019-11-20 11:44
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NY Regulator Licenses Fidelity for Bitcoin Trading and Custody
Fidelity Investment’s digital currency arm has been licensed by the New York Department of Financial Services to operate a platform on which individuals and institutional investors can store, purchase, sell, and transfer bitcoin. дальше »
2019-11-20 08:30
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U.K. recognizes cryptocurrencies as ‘tradable property’
A specialized task force of senior judges and lawyers in the U. K. has recognized crypto-assets as “tradable property” under English law. The 46-page legal statement, which clarified the status of cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology, and smart contracts, is the country’s effort to reintroduce confidence to the British crypto market. дальше »
2019-11-20 23:00
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FinCEN: Stablecoin Issuers Are Money Transmitters, No Matter What
“Just because you say you are a banana doesn’t make you a banana,” said Director Blanco. дальше »
2019-11-20 20:00
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‘Everything Discussed’ in Trump and Fed Meeting (Except Cryptocurrency)
US President Donald Trump has hosted an unscheduled meeting with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell as of Monday. Despite claiming to have discussed “everything,” cryptocurrency appears to have been left entirely off the agenda. дальше »
2019-11-19 10:17
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Indian Supreme Court Wraps up Crypto Hearing for the Year
The Supreme Court of India called on for hearing on Monday the writ petitions challenging the banking restriction by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). After hearing from the RBI’s counsel, the court wrapped up the case for the year. дальше »
2019-11-20 09:30
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Paraguay planning major cryptocurrency legislation overhaul
One of the world’s top crypto law firms, Gresham International, announced this week that it submitted a proposal to begin working with the government of Paraguay on a raft of new cryptocurrency legislation. дальше »
2019-11-20 04:55
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US to Strictly Enforce Crypto Rules Similar to FATF Guidelines
The U. S. government will strictly enforce the rules on cryptocurrencies similar to the standards recommended by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network has reaffirmed that its “Travel” rule applies to cryptocurrencies. дальше »
2019-11-19 03:30
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Chinese State Media Says Most ‘Blockchain’ Firms in China Are All Hype, No Code
China: More than 32,000 Chinese companies claim to use blockchain technology, while the real number is less than 10% of that
дальше »2019-11-20 02:45
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Bank of America Shuts Former PayPal Exec’s Bank Account and may have also Closed Justin Sun’s
Tron (TRX) CEO Justin Sun is the latest crypto executive to have his account terminated by a Wall Street Bank. Ex-PayPal executive Roelof Botha, also suffered a similar fate with commentators highlighting the need for greater crypto adoption amid financial censorship from mainstream actors. дальше »
2019-11-19 02:00
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Brooklyn ICO Promoter Sentenced to 18 Months in Federal Prison
The fraudster used diamonds and real estate to whisk away $300,000 in other people's money in 2017. дальше »
2019-11-20 01:15
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Public Statement Aims to Define Legal Status of Crypto Assets in the UK
A U.K. legal organization published a statement concerning cryptocurrencies, DLT and smart contracts
дальше »2019-11-18 16:53
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FinCEN Chief Cracks Whip Hard on World of Cryptocurrencies
The US government is coming to grips with a firm but fair approach to cryptocurrency regulations. This was once again reiterated by Kenneth Blanco, director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), saying cryptocurrency companies would be held by anti-money laundering law (AML) and be forced to share information about their clients. дальше »
2019-11-18 00:40
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LocalBitcoins Receives Finnish FSA Virtual Currency Provider License
LocalBitcoins gets the official nod from the Finnish Financial Services Authority
дальше »2019-11-18 20:42
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People’s Bank of China Announces Test Program to Limit Cash Transactions
The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) revealed that a new regulatory pilot program will be rolled out in three provinces seeking to limit the size of unregistered cash transactions allowed in the nation. дальше »
2019-11-17 00:22
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Stablecoins ‘Pose Risk to Financial Stability’ Warns Federal Reserve
Stablecoins only “complementary” if they obey regulators, suggests Fed
дальше »2019-11-16 13:45
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India Bitcoin Ban Notably Absent From Upcoming Government Discussions
It doesn’t look like lawmakers in India are in any hurry to move forward with the draft bill to outlaw the use of cryptocurrencies in the nation. The government has issued a list of topics that it will table during its Winter parliamentary session and the controversial Bitcoin ban is absent from it. дальше »
2019-11-16 01:33
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International Law Enforcement Conference Addresses Crypto and the ‘Criminal Economy’
The 2019 National Proceeds of Crime Conference (NPOCC) held in Brisbane, Australia from November 13-15 addressed “Globalisation and Digitisation of the Criminal Economy,” and featured 200+ delegates hearing from representatives of organizations such as the Australian Federal Police, Singapore and New Zealand police, United States Department of Justice, and the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. дальше »
2019-11-15 20:15
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Blockchain and Crypto: Binance CEO Has High Hopes for the Future
Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, blockchain expert and CEO of leading cryptocurrency exchange Binance, is more than optimistic about the future of blockchain and digital currency, saying the industry will only get bigger over the next few years. дальше »
2019-11-16 20:00
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TRON Weibo Account Shut Down for ‘Violation of Law and Regulation’
In a follow up to events from earlier today, when Binance saw it’s own account banned from the Weibo platform, it seems now TRON has also been taken offline for “violation of law and regulation,” which is the same wording from the Binance judgment. дальше »
2019-11-16 19:40
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Indian Government Delays Introducing Cryptocurrency Bill
The Indian government previously told the supreme court that the country’s cryptocurrency bill may be introduced in the Winter session of parliament. However, the crypto bill is not included in the agenda published by Lok Sabha, the lower house of India’s parliament. дальше »
2019-11-15 14:05
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Indian Government Delays Introducing Crypto Bill
The Indian government previously told the supreme court that the country’s cryptocurrency bill may be introduced in the Winter session of parliament. However, the crypto bill is not included in the agenda published by Lok Sabha, the lower house of India’s parliament. дальше »
2019-11-16 14:05
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Central Bank of China Starts Trials to Restrict Large Cash Transactions
The central bank of China will pilot a restriction on large-scale cash transactions, possibly paving the way for its upcoming digital Renminbi
дальше »2019-11-15 05:10
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Ohio Attorney General Finds State Crypto Program Illegal
The Attorney General of the U. S. state of Ohio has assessed the state’s crypto program and concluded that it is a legal violation of state law. The state’s former treasurer skirted the law to launch a website that allowed 23 types of tax payments in cryptocurrency ahead of other states. дальше »
2019-11-15 19:00
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Ohio Crypto Program Hits a Snag, Attorney General Finds It Illegal
The Attorney General of the U. S. state of Ohio has assessed the state’s crypto program and concluded that it is a legal violation of state law. The state’s former treasurer skirted the law to launch a website that allowed 23 types of tax payments in cryptocurrency ahead of other states. дальше »
2019-11-14 19:00
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Bitcoin Use Case Underlined by Indian Bank PMC Woes
In recent months, authorities in India have been investigating the management of a major private bank, Punjab and Maharashtra Co-operative Bank, for fraud, amounting to $600 million. The investigation has left nearly 1 million bank customers without access to their funds – the sort of situation that could be avoided with Bitcoin-related financial services. дальше »
2019-11-14 05:24
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