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Cryptocurrency Regulations: Hong Kong Considers Stricter Laws for the Industry

The Hong Kong regulatory body is planning to tighten its regulatory grip on the cryptocurrency sector to combat money laundering and fraudulent activities. Money Laundering Fears Prompt Stricter Cryptocurrency Regulations The Hong Kong regulatory body, the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) plans to introduce stricter regulatory policies for virtual currency exchanges and startups, according to a report by the Nikkei Asian […] The post Cryptocurrency Regulations: Hong Kong Considers Stricter Laws for the Industry appeared first on Ethereum World News. дальше »

2018-12-17 20:00


SEC’s Jay Clayton Talks at Consensus Invest Event on Token’s Being Securities and Bitcoin ETF

Jay Clayton is the chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), so when he speaks, it ought to be listened to. At the recent Consensus: Invest conference, hosted by CoinDesk in Manhattan, he spoke with investor Glenn Hutchins about what needs to happen in the industry before there are certain regulatory approvals in […] дальше »

2018-11-29 18:13


Crypto Exchange Market Manipulation To Be Addressed Before Bitcoin ETF Sees Approval: SEC Chairman

At the recent CoinDesk Consensus: Invest conference, Jay Clayton had the opportunity to speak about cryptocurrency ETF approval. Clayton, a chairman of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), noted that there are some things that need to change in the cryptocurrency industry before this approval happens. The main cause for concern seem to be […] дальше »

2018-11-28 10:35


Securitize Raises $12.75 Million to Tokenise the $7 Trillion Securities Industry on the Blockchain

Securitize, a compliance platform for digitising securities on the blockchain, has raised $12. 75 million to tokenise the $7 trillion securities industry. The Series A fundraising round was led by Blockchain Capital, and saw investment from others including Coinbase Ventures, Global Brain, NXTP and OK Capital. дальше »

2018-11-27 19:00


Director of Enforcement at the Texas State Securities Board Talks Bitcoin, Cryptocurrencies, ICOs and Cybersecurity [Exclusive]

Regulatory compliance is one of the most (if not the most) stressful points surrounding cryptocurrencies. Regulators across the world strive to understand and effectively classify blockchain-based projects, in an attempt to protect the investing public from fraudsters who plague this nascent industry. дальше »

2018-11-26 16:29


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Decentralized Exchanges Under Fire: SEC Strikes Again

Decentralized exchanges may be the wave of the future. But that is increasingly looking like a distant future, at least if recent regulatory action is any indication. The Securities and Exchange Commission’s rebuke of EtherDelta, a smart contract-fueled decentralized exchange for ether and Ethereum-based tokens, sent smoke signals to the crypto industry that peer-to-peer trading […] The post Decentralized Exchanges Under Fire: SEC Strikes Again appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

2018-11-22 22:23


Should the SEC have Federal Jurisdiction Over Cryptocurrencies? Congressman Aims to Sidestep Securities Law

There are those who are arguing that the federal government – particularly the Securities and Exchange Commission – should not have jurisdiction over the cryptocurrency and ICO industry. One specific individual heading the argument is Ohio Representative Warren Davidson, who is a republican and is opposed to federal oversight. In an effort to prompt the […] дальше »

2018-11-15 22:47


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EtherDelta SEC Action Could Impact Entire Industry, Experts Warn

Legal figures engaging with cryptocurrency are warning over continued regulatory uncertainty impacting businesses after US regulators fined EtherDelta almost $400,000 November 8. EtherDelta Could Set Precedent EtherDelta, which operated since 2016 as a smart contract on Ethereum, fell victim to securities obligations under the US’ Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), leaving owner Zachary Coburn liable for penalties totaling $388,000. дальше »

2018-11-9 14:00


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Bakkt Launch Next Month May Not End Bear Market

Intercontinental Exchange’s “regulated ecosystem” for Bakkt should launch December 12, but “lingering concerns” remain, industry figures warn this week. ‘Lingering Concerns’ Over Long-Term Plans In a series of tweets, securities lawyer and regular social media commentator Jake Chervinsky summarized the gaps in public knowledge about Bakkt, which is still awaiting regulatory permission to begin operations. дальше »

2018-11-8 21:00


In EtherDelta Case, SEC Hints Most Ethereum Based Tokens are Securities

The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially charged Zachary Coburn, the founder of cryptocurrency exchange EtherDelta, for operating an unregistered securities exchange. The regulatory agency’s move to charge Coburn comes amidst a greater trend of increasing regulation over the cryptocurrency industry. дальше »

2018-11-8 20:00


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Bithumb and seriesOne Partner to Launch U.S. Securities Token Exchange

Aiming to create an SEC and FINRA-compliant U. S. exchange, blockchain-based crowdfunding firm seriesOne and crypto exchange Bithumb have formed a joint venture. According to an announcement made on November 1, 2018, officials behind the venture look to trade security tokens within a “compliant marketplace” and within the context of “other applicable regulatory approvals. дальше »

2018-11-1 19:06


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Australia Securities Exchange Deputy CEO on Blockchain: “Not a Radically Different Approach”

While the blockchain technology, albeit slowly and steadily, continues to reshape the traditional mechanisms in the financial industry, the deputy CEO of Australia’s leading stock exchange ASX Ltd. doesn’t view the technology as a game-changer, per a report by Bloomberg published on October 24, 2018. дальше »

2018-10-27 01:00


Hong Kong Stock Exchange: Crypto Should be Subject to Existing Securities Regulation

A research report by the Hong Kong Exchange (HKEX) argued that fintech firms using cryptocurrency should be subjected “to the governance by the Securities Law”. HKEX Finds Risks In Large-Scale Deployment of Blockchain In Securities Industry The stock exchange of Hong Kong, Asia’s third-largest operator by market cap, published a report on fintech applications and. дальше »

2018-10-23 10:30


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SEC to Engage Directly with ICOs and the Public via New Portal

If the blockchain industry had been knocking at the iron-clad gates of the Securities and Exchange Commission, it appears access was just granted. The US’s supreme financial watchdog unveiled the Strategic Hub for Innovation and Financial Technology, or ‘FinHub’, which aims to help streamline the legal affairs of blockchain companies and fintech startups by boiling down […] The post SEC to Engage Directly with ICOs and the Public via New Portal appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

2018-10-20 10:00


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SEC Launches FinHub – A Fintech Portal to Help Blockchain Startups

US regulator the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched its dedicated fintech “strategic hub,” commissioner Hester Peirce confirmed October 18. FinHub ‘Here For Fintech’ The platform, known as FinHub, brings together multiple aspects of US regulation with the aim of guiding the nascent financial technology industry as it grows. дальше »

2018-10-19 23:00