Regulations
Approach to Crypto Regulation is More Proactive: CFTC Chair
Rostin Behnam, the Chairman of the CFTC, has revealed that the commission is more than ready for regulatory oversight of the digital currency ecosystem as the industry evolves.
Britain Eyes Becoming a Crypto Hub, Upgrading the Market by Adopting DLT
In pursuit of becoming a global crypto hub, Britain seeks to revamp the traditional financial market using distributed ledger technology (DLT), according to the finance ministry.
Bitcoin ATM Installations Plunge in May, CoinRadar Data Shows
The ongoing ‘crypto winter’ is now reflected in the number of Bitcoin Automated Teller Machine (ATM) installations across the globe
Is the Luna stablecoin crash a sign of the entire industry's death?
It is impossible to tell for sure whether the dump was a deliberate act, who stood behind it, or what its purpose was. Transparency in Terra's actions could shed light on these questions.
Vietnamese Government Developing Regulatory Framework for Crypto
The Vietnamese government is pushing to develop a legal and regulatory framework as the country seeks to establish its stance with respect to its press for a crypto economy.
Rio de Janeiro to Accept Crypto Property Tax Payment from 2023
Rio de Janeiro is gearing up to be the first city on Brazilian soil to accept tax payments in cryptocurrencies from 2023.
US, EU Regulators Vow to Remove Russian Banks from SWIFT Network
One of the latest sanctions from the western camp seeks to ban specific Russian banks from the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT) in response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Police Arrests 2 Suspects Involved in 2016 Bitfinex Hack
U.S. authorities have arrested a Manhattan-based couple identified as Lichtenstein and Morgan, suspected to be a part of the masterminds behind the 2016 Bitfinex exchange hack.
Puerto Rico to Become a Prefered Destination for Crypto Investors, Establishing Friendly Taxation and Island Lifestyle
Under Act 60 or the Individual Investors Act, non-Puerto Rican residents get exempted from paying capital gains for investments realized, and this is one of the factors attracting crypto investors.
South African Regulator to Unveil Consumer Protection Regulations in Early 2022
The South African Financial Sector Conduct Authority is on track to unveil an encompassing regulatory framework that is targeted at protecting consumers from scams emanating from the digital currency ecosystem.