Nearly 90% Of Crypto Firms Fail UK’s AML Standards—What’s Going Wrong?

The turbulent UK cryptocurrency landscape sees the Financial Conduct Authority report that 87% of crypto registration applications failed in the last fiscal year. Related Reading: Satoshi Nakamoto Tells NBA Legend In His Dream: Bitcoin To Slam Dunk To $84K! This is a staggering fact that brings up very serious questions concerning the effectiveness of anti-money […] дальше »

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Bybit gains formal consent for full authorization in Kazakhstan

Bybit has received formal consent from the Astana Financial Services Authority for full authorization in Kazakhstan. In a Sept. 6 press release, Bybit said it aims to tap into the growing crypto market in Kazakhstan and the broader Commonwealth of Independent… дальше »

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Binance receives regulatory consent in Kazakhstan, moves closer to full licensing

Binance has secured formal consent from the Astana Financial Services Authority to operate as a fully regulated trading platform in Kazakhstan. Crypto exchange Binance has moved a step closer to becoming the first fully regulated trading platform in Kazakhstan after… дальше »

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Qatar introduces new digital assets framework

Qatar has unveiled a new digital assets regulatory framework, with its launch set to bring key areas such as tokenization, custody and exchange under regulation. The Qatar Financial Center Authority and the Qatar Financial Center Regulatory Authority, key players in… дальше »

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OKX hires ex-MAS official as Singapore branch CEO

Crypto exchange OKX has appointed Gracie Lin, a former official at the Monetary Authority of Singapore, as the chief executive of its Singapore branch. The OKX cryptocurrency exchange has onboarded Gracie Lin as the new chief executive of its Singapore… дальше »

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OKX bags Singapore crypto license

OKX Singapore also announced that it has hired Gracie Lin as its CEO. Lin previously worked at the Monetary Authority of Singapore.  дальше »

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UK’s ambitions for crypto hub status falter amid regulatory roadblocks

Crypto firms are increasingly turning away from the UK, citing burdensome and time-consuming regulatory processes as a key factor, the Financial Times reported, citing law firm Reed Smith. Registrations for crypto asset exchanges and custodian wallet providers with the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) have plummeted by more than 50% in the past three years, […] The post UK’s ambitions for crypto hub status falter amid regulatory roadblocks appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Hong Kong’s Project Ensemble Sandbox explores future of tokenized finance

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has introduced the Project Ensemble Sandbox, an initiative designed to test tokenization use cases across various asset classes and real-world financial applications, according to an Aug. дальше »

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Hong Kong Monetary Authority Opens Its Tokenization Sandbox and Major Institutions Dive In

HSBC bank completed three proofs of concept in the Project Ensemble sandbox. дальше »

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Hong Kong announces sandbox to accelerate RWA tokenization adoption

Hong Kong’s financial regulator launched a new sandbox initiative at testing tokenization use cases across asset classes and real-world applications in the financial sector. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has launched its new initiative dubbed “Project Ensemble Sandbox” in a… дальше »

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Bitpanda partners with CoinMENA to boost crypto adoption

Crypto exchange Bitpanda and trading platform CoinMENA have announced a strategic alliance aimed at bolstering the latter’s efficiency. CoinMENA has operational licenses from the Central Bank of Bahrain and the Dubai Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA). дальше »

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DBS Bank pilots blockchain-based government grants

The blockchain-based solution builds on DBS Bank’s participation in Project Orchid, an effort by the Monetary Authority of Singapore to test the benefits of tokenization.  дальше »

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Germany - Crypto ATM numbers continue to fall after BaFin's latest raid

Germany has joined the United States in clamping down on Crypto ATMs Figures for the same have stalled since 2022 Germany's Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) recently conductedThe post Germany - Crypto ATM numbers continue to fall after BaFin's latest raid appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Germany seizes $28 million in raid on unlicensed crypto ATMs

German authorities have confiscated $28 million in cash and 13 crypto ATMs in a coordinated nationwide operation aimed at curbing unlicensed activities. The latest action, spearheaded by the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin), is part of a broader initiative to strengthen oversight within the country’s rapidly expanding crypto market. дальше »

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Nigerian tax authority to introduce crypto regulation bill in September: report

The Federal Inland Revenue Service, Nigeria’s tax authority, plans to introduce a bill to regulate the cryptocurrency sector by the end of 2024. Speaking at a recent stakeholder engagement session with the National Assembly’s Finance Committees, FIRS Executive Chairman Zacch… дальше »

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BitGo secures major payment license from Singapore’s MAS

California-based digital asset trust and security company BitGo has received a Major Payment Institution license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore. The company made the announcement on Aug. 8, stating that the MPI license allows it to offer regulated crypto… дальше »

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EU Regulator Details How It Classifies Unlawful Overseas Businesses Under MiCA

The European Securities and Markets Authority released an opinion report to aid firms that may do business with overseas firms in order to prevent them breaching the rules on Wednesday. дальше »

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Swiss financial watchdog FINMA rolls out guidance for stablecoin issuers

Swiss regulator FINMA has published guidance on stablecoin issuers, urging them to verify the identity of all persons holding digital tokens pegged to fiat currencies. The Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority has published new guidance addressing the risks and challenges… дальше »

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Crypto custodian Hex Trust granted a license to offer services in Singapore

Crypto custodian Hex Trust has been granted in-principle approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore. According to a release shared with crypto.news, the license will let Hex Trust offer services related to regulated Digital Payment Tokens. This includes over-the-counter trading… дальше »

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State-led amicus brief criticizes SEC’s power regulating cryptocurrencies

An amicus brief filed by Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird claims the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is overstepping its authority in regulating the cryptocurrency sector. The brief, backed by Arkansas, Indiana, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, and Oklahoma, claims… дальше »

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Hong Kong’s ZA Bank starts offering services to stablecoin issuers

Hong Kong-based digital bank ZA Bank is launching reserve banking services for participants of the stablecoin sandbox. Hong Kong‘s digital bank, ZA Bank, is now offering reserve banking services to stablecoin issuers, as the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) reveals… дальше »

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Hong Kong lists Standard Chartered, Animoca Brands as stablecoin sandbox participants

Hong Kong’s financial regulator has unveiled a list of its stablecoin issuer sandbox participants, including Standard Chartered and Animoca Brands. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has announced the list of participants of the stablecoin sandbox, who can already start… дальше »

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Hong Kong to present regulatory framework for stablecoins by 2025

Hong Kong’s financial regulators have received over 100 submissions from market participants, with a vast majority endorsing the establishment of a licensing regime for stablecoins. The Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB) and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA)… дальше »

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CFTC vs SEC: Bitcoin, Ethereum, and 80% of crypto not securities?

70%-80% of BTC and ETH commodities are non Securities CFTC clarifies CFTC chairman citing Illinois court argues CTFC have regulatory and oversight authority over digital assets. Over the lasThe post CFTC vs SEC: Bitcoin, Ethereum, and 80% of crypto not securities? appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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UK regulator alerts public to fraudulent lawyer email scam demanding Bitcoin

A cautionary alert has been issued by the UK’s Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) regarding a new email scam where fraudsters posing as lawyers demand Bitcoin payments. In a recent notice, the SRA disclosed an ongoing scam involving a suspicious email… дальше »

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CFTC chairman: 70-80% of cryptos are non-securities

CFTC chairman Rostin Behnam wants more funding and regulatory authority to oversee cryptocurrency spot markets as lawmakers edge closer to comprehensive legislation. дальше »

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MEV Has Spread to Bitcoin, in Subtler Forms Than on Ethereum

There are several ways to front-run a pending bitcoin transaction. One in particular could lead to private mempools, and thus centralization of authority on the blockchain. дальше »

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EBA to extend EU Travel Rule to crypto exchanges starting from December

In a bid to enhance Anti-Money Laundering (AML) measures, the European Banking Authority (EBA) has expanded Travel Rules guidelines to include crypto service providers and their intermediaries. Starting December 30, crypto exchanges in the EU will need to comply with… дальше »

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Belgium’s FSMA says crypto scams still account for 50% of fraud activity

Belgium’s financial regulator highlights in a recent report that crypto scams and fraudulent trading platforms still account for 50% of all fraud reports in the first half of 2024. Belgium’s Financial Services and Markets Authority (FSMA) is intensifying efforts to… дальше »

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Binance exec trial will resume July 5 as family reports health problems

Though Nigeria's tax authority dropped charges against two Binance executives in June, the pair will still face a trial for allegations of money laundering. дальше »

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Ripple Intensifies Defense With New Submission In SEC Case

Ripple Labs has filed a notice of supplemental authority to bolster its stance in the enduring legal face-off with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This filing was made to the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York in response to the SEC’s motion seeking remedies and final judgment. Ripple Uses […] дальше »

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Singapore raises risk level for digital payment token providers in counter-terrorism update

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) elevated the risk level of Digital Payment Token (DPT) service providers in its latest Counter-Terrorism regulation update. On July 1, the MAS raised the risk level of DPTs to medium-high from medium-low as part of its review of the Asian country’s Terrorism Financing National Risk Assessment (NRA) and National […] The post Singapore raises risk level for digital payment token providers in counter-terrorism update appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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No, Denmark did not propose banning self-custody wallets

The Danish Financial Supervisory Authority said the exemption of self-custodial wallets from MiCA doesn’t mean such wallets should be banned. дальше »

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Paxos Gains Singapore Approval for Stablecoin Issuance With DBS Providing Custody

The Monetary Authority of Singapore released its stablecoin framework last year. дальше »

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Stablecoin issuer Paxos taps Singapore’s DBS as its custodial partner

Singapore’s largest bank DBS Group will provide custodial services for Paxos as the stablecoin issuer secured full approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore. DBS Group, the largest bank in Southeast Asia by assets, is venturing into the crypto sector… дальше »

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Биткоин-майнер Bitdeer расширит мощности до 2,5 ГВт

Майнинговая компания Bitdeer находится в процессе получения доступа к 570 МВт дополнительных мощностей, которые увеличат общий показатель фирмы до 2,5 ГВт. We are pleased to announce that Bitdeer has forged a strategic partnership with the Monroe County Port Authority (MCPA) in Ohio, securing an additional power capacity of up to 570 MW, significantly expanding our global available capacity to 2. дальше »

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Supreme Court Rules to Overturn the Chevron Doctrine, Curbing Federal Agencies’ Power

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 on Friday to drastically curb the authority of federal regulators, overturning a 40-year-old legal precedent that gave regulatory agencies leeway to interpret the laws they are tasked with enforcing. дальше »

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Supreme Court Decision Overturns Chevron: A Victory for Judicial Authority and Bitcoin

A recent Supreme Court ruling has neutered administrative agencies ability to unilaterally enforce new substantial regulatory requirements. дальше »

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Paradigm urges ESMA to reconsider stance toward MEV

Paradigm has raised alarms over the European Securities and Markets Authority’s (ESMA) proposed regulations under the Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCA), focusing on the misinterpretation of Maximum Extractable Value (MEV) and the potential overreach of regulatory measures. дальше »

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Ripple’s Top Legal Mind Accuses Gensler of Breaking the Law

Stuart Alderoty, Ripple's chief legal officer, has accused Gary Gensler of exceeding his statutory authority дальше »

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Exchange Binance issues crucial announcement to UAE users: details

Crypto exchange Binance unveiled a crucial announcement to users in the United Arab Emirates. After acquiring the VASP certificate from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority, the trading firm has revealed how users can migrate to the licensed Binance FZE exchange. дальше »

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Many EU Crypto Entities May Not Know the Correct Deadline for Sustainability Disclosures Under MiCA: Risk Analyst

Several crypto asset service providers (CASPS) in the European Union (EU) may not know the correct deadline to make sustainability disclosures reflecting their environmental footprint despite a clarification made by the bloc's securities regulator, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA). дальше »

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British police arrest two Londoners suspected of running $1.2b crypto exchange

The British FCA alongside the Metropolitan Police Service has arrested two individuals, suspected of running an illegal multi-billion crypto exchange. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), in collaboration with the Metropolitan Police Service, has arrested two residents of London suspected of… дальше »

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Ether Rockets Amid SEC Closing Its ETH Probe Without Securities Charges In ‘Major Win’ For Industry

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Licensed Digital Asset Exchange HashKey Global Announces Regulatory Approval to Officially Launch its Futures Trading

HashKey Global, a flagship digital assets exchange under HashKey Group, is elated to announce it has received the long-awaited regulatory approval to officially launch its futures trading. HashKey Global is now regulated by the Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA), which aligns with its compliance goals, which seek to safeguard user assets. дальше »

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Ripple Invokes Terraform Case In New Filing To Slash SEC Penalties

In the ongoing high-stakes legal battle between Ripple Labs Inc. and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the fintech company has submitted a significant notice of supplemental authority to the Southern District of New York. дальше »

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EBA publishes new guidelines for ‘token issuers’ as part of upcoming MiCA regulation

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has unveiled comprehensive guidelines addressing recovery plans for issuers of asset-referenced tokens (ARTs) and e-money tokens (EMTs) as part of the broader Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. дальше »

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MiCA regulation takes shape under EBA’s newest guidelines

The European Banking Authority has introduced a series of technical standards and guidelines for token issuers as MiCA implementation moves forward. дальше »

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CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam tells Senate agency can handle greater crypto responsibilities

CFTC chair Rostin Behnam said the agency is capable of handling additional crypto responsibilities during a hearing before the Senate Committee on Appropriations on June 13. Behnam denied the suggestion that the CFTC would be “biting off… more than it can chew” if it gained additional crypto authority. дальше »

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EU Body Publishes Final Draft Technical Standards for Prudential Matters: MiCA

The European Banking Authority (EBA) published on Thursday the final draft technical standards on prudential matters for firms to comply with that fall under the markets in crypto assets (MICA) legislation. дальше »

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