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Pavel Durov Reveals Telegram Has Been Disclosing Data to Authorities
3.10.2024
Telegram founder Pavel Durov has clarified the platform’s privacy policies, emphasizing that no significant adjustments have been made regarding how Telegram handles user data. He revealed that since 2018, Telegram has disclosed IP addresses and phone numbers of criminals when legally...
Kraken to end Monero support in European Economic Area
2.10.2024
Monero’s price fell by 8% a day after Kraken announced it would stop supporting the privacy-focused cryptocurrency
Binance Secures Regulatory License in Kazakhstan for Crypto Trading
2.10.2024
Binance Kazakhstan has secured a full Digital Asset Trading Facility (DATF) license from the Astana Financial Services Authority. This approval allows the crypto exchange to operate as a trading platform, broker-dealer, and digital asset custodian. Kazakhstan becomes the first Central Asian country...
Binance ‘fully available’ in Argentina after VASP registration
1.10.2024
Binance becomes fully operational in Argentina after securing registration with the country’s securities regulator.
Crypto founders increasingly look to ‘geofencing’ amid US uncertainty
1.10.2024
Variant Fund chief legal officer Jake Chervinsky says geofencing is an extreme measure to ensure compliance with US law.
Binance Confirms Access Restrictions on Sanctioned Russian Users
1.10.2024
Crypto exchange Binance says it is complying with international sanctions by denying sanctioned Russian individuals and entities access to its platform. “Compliance remains our top priority. We are deeply committed to our users and maintaining their trust in our platform. We constantly invest...
Canada crypto exchanges get more time for stablecoin compliance
27.9.2024
Crypto platforms in Canada are having trouble preparing for new stablecoin regulations. Take your time, the Canadian Securities Administrators said
Canada crypto exchanges get more time for stablecoin compliance
27.9.2024
Crypto platforms in Canada are having trouble preparing for new stablecoin regulations. Take your time, the Canadian Securities Administrators said
Dubai regulator tightens rules on crypto marketing
26.9.2024
VARA CEO Matthew White said that clear and actionable guidance helps crypto providers deliver their services responsibly.
Binance continues to serve Russian users despite 2023 exit
26.9.2024
A spokesperson confirmed that Binance continues to serve a “limited number of existing Russian users” a year after announcing its full exit from Russia
Former Government Employees, Compliance Officers Rally for Detained Binance Executive
25.9.2024
A handful of former prosecutors and compliance professionals staged a protest in front of the United Nations General Assembly Wednesday
USDC issuer Circle launches onchain compliance platform
24.9.2024
It's an important step toward winning the tokenized RWA market as Circle continues to vye with stablecoin leader Tether
USDC issuer Circle launches onchain compliance platform
24.9.2024
It's an important step toward winning the tokenized RWA market as Circle continues to vye with stablecoin leader Tether
Crypto Exchange Kraken Said to Hire Natasha Powell as UK Head of Compliance
24.9.2024
Powell will start in her new role at the crypto exchange in November
African economies show high potential for digital asset adoption
22.9.2024
South Africa emerges as a leading digital asset hub, driving growth in crypto with proactive regulations and expanding platforms like VALR
FATF Urges India to Strengthen Virtual Asset Regulation
21.9.2024
India has achieved a high level of technical compliance with Financial Action Task Force (FATF) standards, addressing illicit finance, money laundering, and terrorist financing. In a joint assessment with regional bodies, the FATF praised India’s progress but pointed out areas needing...
SEC Fines Prager Metis $1.95M Over Negligent FTX Audits
17.9.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reached a $1.95 million settlement with Prager Metis CPAs LLC and its affiliate over serious allegations related to their audits of crypto exchange FTX. The case highlights critical oversights and violations of key industry standards, raising...
CEX.IO resumes UK operations, backs stricter crypto rules
12.9.2024
Following a voluntary suspension in October 2023, CEX.io has successfully resumed operations in the UK after ensuring compliance with new FCA regulations
Ireland to probe Google’s AI model for data protection compliance
12.9.2024
The DPC’s inquiry into Google’s AI model development explores the handling of EU citizens’ personal data for training PaLM2
Kraken Adjusts Margin Product to Comply With Australian Crypto Law, Calls for Clearer Regulation
10.9.2024
The Australian Federal Court ruled that Kraken’s fiat margin extensions are subject to regulatory obligations, but crypto margin extensions are not. Kraken acknowledged the decision but stressed the need for clearer crypto regulations in Australia. Following the ruling, Kraken adjusted its margin...