Canada
Crypto Miner Hut 8 Launches New Facility in Ontario, Bitcoin Mining Production Remains Robust
Hut 8 Mining Corp currently holds a total of 7,078 BTC on its balance sheet and continues to advance its operations by launching a new crypto mining facility in Ontario, Canada.
Americans Present Stronger Desires than Canadians in Crypto, Ipsos Study Shows
The intention of investing in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC) or using tokens as a payment option among Americans is higher than among Canadians, a new survey shows.
Coinbase Requires Regional Users to Provide Recipient Details for Crypto Transfers
Coinbase will require regional users to provide recipients' names and addresses whenever they transfer funds to other firms or exchanges, effective in April.
Canadian Court Extends Rare Order, Freezes up to $20M in crypto to 'Freedom Convoy'
In Canada, Ontario Superior Court has ordered to freeze millions of dollars and cryptocurrencies linked to organizers of the Ottawa 'Freedom Convoy' protest by obtaining a so-called Mareva injunction.
KPMG in Canada Acquires World of Women (WoW) NFT
KPMG Canada, a full-service Audit, Tax, and Advisory firm owned and operated by Canadians, have announced it has purchased a World of Women (WoW) NFT.
Canadian Rehabilitation Foundation to Accept Crypto Charitable Donations
The Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation (GRHF), a healthcare entity based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, is considering adding cryptocurrency to its donation path.
The Ontario Securities Commission Flags Crypto Exchanges CEO's Tweet to Law Enforcement
The Ontario Securities Commission has flagged Twitter posts to the law enforcement by the CEOs of cryptocurrency exchanges Kraken and Coinbase Global Inc., according to the Logic report.
RCMP Requests Exchanges to Stop Trading with 34 Crypto Wallets, amid the Freedom Convoy Protest
The Financial Post has confirmed that the Royal Canadian Mounted Police has asked several Canadian cryptocurrency exchanges to block transactions on 34 crypto wallets related to the truckers’ “Freedom Fleet” protest.
Canada's Emergencies Act to Target Crypto Transactions, amid Anti-Vaccination Protest
The Emergencies Act gives local authorities more tools to control protestors by freezing bank accounts and keeping an eye on “large and suspicious transactions,” including crypto.
Canadian Lawmaker Introduces Bill, Seeking to Aid Crypto Industry's Growth
Michelle Rempel Garner, a member of the House of Commons of Canada, has introduced a bill that seeks to provide leeway for crypto and their ecosystem to thrive in the country.