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28.04 / 14:39

Government Law regulation Agency Russian security agency wants exchanges to share data with crime investigators

Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) and the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) have submitted their review notes on the forthcoming “crypto bill,” developed by the country's Finance Ministry. Law enforcement agencies push for requiring crypto firms to share transaction data with investigators and for clarifying the terms on which digital assets can be seized.

28.04 / 02:09

regulation Exchange Upbit South Korean Crypto Exchanges Resume Service as Usual after Travel Rule Breakthrough

South Korea’s biggest crypto exchanges have finally linked their rival Travel Rule solutions – over a month after a new law that requires trading platforms to abide by the protocol came into force.

28.04 / 02:03

Adoption regulation Bitcoin Bitcoin ATM installed in Mexico's Senate Building

Mexico's Senate building now houses the country's 14th Bitcoin (BTC) ATM, a sign of the country's increasing interest in Bitcoin. The ATM was installed on Tuesday with the support of several legislators, including Miguel Angel Mancera, head of the parliamentary group of the Party of the Democratic Revolution (PRD).

28.04 / 00:11

Blockchain Adoption regulation Central Bank wholesale The Philippines will launch pilot wholesale central bank digital currency project

The project will be led by an intersectoral domestic team, Diokno said, as well as “external advisers from international standard-setting bodies and multilateral institutions to build on training and knowledge sharing on CBDC development and implementation all over the world.” Diokno called the project “critical in constructing the BSP’s medium- to long-term roadmap for more advanced wholesale CBDC projects that will further strengthen the Philippine payment system.”

27.04 / 22:31

Government Stablecoin regulation Acting OCC comptroller calls for standards on stablecoins

Michael Hsu, the acting head at the United States Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, said stablecoins need standards comparable to the early internet.

27.04 / 19:49

Adoption regulation Africa Bitcoin reports Central African Republic Has Adopted Bitcoin as Legal Tender - Reports

The Central African Republic (CAR) has seemingly confirmed reports that it has adopted bitcoin (BTC) as legal tender – becoming only the second country in the world and the first African nation to do so.

27.04 / 19:39

Law regulation Africa Bitcoin Central African Republic will adopt Bitcoin as legal tender: Report

The roughly five million residents of the Central African Republic, or CAR, will now reportedly be able to use Bitcoin in addition to the country's franc as legal tender.

27.04 / 15:11

Government Law regulation Gibraltar rolls out new virtual asset regulation to combat market abuse

The British overseas territory of Gibraltar introduced a new regulatory package for distributed ledger technology (DLT) service providers. The document elaborates on the responsibilities of crypto businesses in regards to threats of market manipulation and insider trading.

27.04 / 05:07

regulation Senate Brazil’s Senate approves 'Bitcoin law' to regulate cryptocurrencies

Brazil’s Senate has passed the country's first bill governing cryptocurrencies in a plenary session, which will set the stage for the creation of a regulatory framework for the country’s crypto industry.

26.04 / 20:29

Government regulation Texas Bitcoin City of Fort Worth votes in favor of Bitcoin mining program

Fort Worth, Texas has launched a pilot program to mine Bitcoin in partnership with the Texas Blockchain Council.

26.04 / 18:35

Binance regulation Exchange CZ Praises Gulf Countries for ‘Great’ Regulations, Binance Makes ‘Very Good Progress’ with Regulators Elsewhere

The CEO of the major crypto exchange Binance, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), has said the Gulf countries, including the United Arab Emirates’ financial hub Dubai, have a “great regulatory climate” for crypto, and governments in the region understand that crypto is the future of fintech.

25.04 / 23:07

regulation Latin America Central Bank More Crypto Regulation May Be on the Way in Mexico, Suggests Central Bank Chief

The Governor of the Bank of Mexico (Banxico) has spelled out its position on crypto – and has hinted that it may seek to expand the scope of its regulation of the sector.

25.04 / 19:23

Law regulation Taxes ECB regulatory ECB needs 'globally coordinated regulatory action' on crypto, says official

European Central Bank executive board member Fabio Panetta said lawmakers across the world must decide how to regulate cryptocurrencies based on potential risks.

25.04 / 17:29

Blockchain cryptocurrency regulation Ukraine Doubles Down on Crypto-Friendly Regulation Efforts, Aims for Top Spot

Ukraine is aiming to become a top 5 country in the world in terms of crypto legislation, and the efforts have the “total support” of both President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the government, according to a high-ranking Ukrainian government official.

25.04 / 13:41

regulation Africa Taxes The Central African Republic reportedly passes a bill to regulate crypto use

The Central African Republic (CAR) has become the center of a hot buzz in the crypto world amid various reports of it adopting Bitcoin (BTC) quite similar to El Salvador. However, contrary to popular headlines, the African nation has not adopted BTC as a legal tender, instead, it has reportedly legalized the use of cryptocurrencies in the financial markets.

25.04 / 13:13

Adoption regulation Africa Bitcoin reports Unearthing the Truth About Central African Republic ‘Bitcoin Legal Tender’ Reports

Confusion reigns as reports in the international press have variously claimed that the Central African Republic (CAR) has “adopted bitcoin (BTC)” as “legal tender” – while other media outlets appear to suggest that the country has actually done nothing of the sort, and instead approved a legal framework that will legalize the use of crypto within the country.

23.04 / 00:31

regulation sanctions US Treasury Dept sanctions 3 Ethereum addresses allegedly linked to North Korea

The United States Treasury Department has added three Ethereum wallet addresses to sanctions allegedly linked to the hacker group responsible for the theft of more than $600 million in crypto from nonfungible token game Axie Infinity’s Ronin sidechain.

22.04 / 14:31

cryptocurrency regulation Central Bank restrictions Crypto users Ukrainian Central Bank’s ‘Quasi-Cash Transaction’ Restrictions Could Affect Crypto Users

Ukraine’s central bank, the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU), has placed additional restrictions on its citizens’ cross-border money and asset transfers, a measure that will affect crypto transactions.

22.04 / 11:13

CBDC Adoption regulation Ruble Russian Tax Body Suggests Allowing Crypto Pay in Trade Deals, Digital Ruble May Be Ready by 2023

The Russian tax agency reportedly wants to allow companies involved in cross-border trade to accept crypto as a form of payment – and pay foreign exporters in cryptoassets. And the Central Bank has claimed that its digital ruble could be ready as soon as next year.

22.04 / 05:23

regulation European Union Bitcoin EU officials considered Bitcoin trading ban to enforce proposed mining ban

European Union (EU) officials discussed banning Bitcoin trading during a debate on a proposal to ban Proof of Work mining according to documents obtained through a freedom of information request.

22.04 / 03:49

business regulation Upbit controversy Upbit owner Dunamu could see 'monopoly' curbed after investment controversy

The operator of South Korean crypto exchange Upbit, Dunamu, is facing pushback from regulators due to a controversial investment while authorities move to issue restrictions to stifle its monopolistic position.

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