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Nigerian SEC announces new rules, compliance program for digital assets
21.6.2024
While this application process is intended to improve compliance, VASPs are directed to complete it no later than 30 days from the circular date
Hedera wallet snap now supports smart contract service
19.6.2024
The team at Tuum Technologies has announced the release of an updated version of the Hedera Wallet Snap. The Token Service and Smart Contract Service of Hedera are now completely integrated with the wallet snap. The most recent update to MetaMask unlocks a plethora of opportunities. The latest...
Crypto chief bids SEC farewell after 9 years of service
17.6.2024
David Hirsch has worked as an enforcement attorney for the SEC since 2015 and started his post as the chief of the crypto asset division in 2022
Taiwan establishes association to help crypto firms self regulate
13.6.2024
The association was formed after the country’s Justice Ministry proposed AML amendments for crypto firms that could result in penalties, including up to two years in prison
Zimbabwe consults crypto firms on virtual asset regulation needs
12.6.2024
The Zimbabwean government hopes to create a regulatory structure tailored to country’s specific needs and conditions
MetaMask enables pooled staking for Ethereum holders
12.6.2024
MetaMask said that 99% of ETH holders do not have the required 32 ETH to participate in Ethereum staking
Floki Name Service Is Live on BNB Chain
11.6.2024
Floki Name Service, a decentralized domain name service by the popular meme coin, is now live exclusively on the BNB Chain mainnet. This service allows users to create a unique .floki domain name, which can be used as an on-chain identity and for other purposes such as launching a decentralized...
Floki Name Service positioned live on BNB Chain mainnet
11.6.2024
The Floki Name Service is currently operational on the BNB Chain mainnet. The Floki Name Service is a decentralized domain name service that enables individuals to register a decentralized .floki domain name. One can use these .floki domain names for anything they choose, including representing...
Crypto Exchange Crypto.com Secures Spot on Ireland's Virtual Assets Service Provider Register
11.6.2024
The company has also received approval in Dubai, U.K., the Netherlands and Spain
Loopring suffers huge losses after security lapse in ‘Guardian’ service
10.6.2024
According to the information available from the market, $5 million was drained from wallets powered by Loopring’s guardian service. Loopring, the Ethereum zkEVM protocol, is often termed Ethereum’s most secure wallet. They shared details of two wallet addresses badly affected by...
Bitname Introduces the First Full-Scale Name Service for the Bitcoin Ecosystem
6.6.2024
PRESS RELEASE. Bitname, the first name service provider encompassing the entire Bitcoin ecosystem, is introducing a new protocol standard, SRC101, for Bitcoin Stamps. It allows permanent storage of domain assets on Bitcoin and supports the interconversion and resolution of all Bitcoin address...
Argentina Officially Launches Virtual Assets Service Providers Registry
5.6.2024
The Argentine securities watchdog (CNV) announced the official launch of Argentina’s Virtual Assets Service Provider (VASP) Registry, allowing almost 100 companies and individuals to apply to be authorized to offer digital assets linked services in the country. The registry will remain open...
New York Tightens Customer Service Regulations for Crypto Companies
1.6.2024
The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has introduced new guidance mandating regulated cryptocurrency entities to implement customer service policies and procedures. Crypto entities must collect data to ensure timely and fair resolution of issues, maintain records for regulatory...
New York sets customer service standards for virtual currency entities
30.5.2024
The BitLicense just got a little tougher with new mandatory standards for treating customers right
NYDFS Issues New Crypto Firm Guidance for Consumer Complaints
30.5.2024
New York’s top financial regulator has issued new guidance which requires cryptocurrency service providers to collect relevant data to assess whether they are resolving customer service requests and complaints in a timely and fair manner, it announced Thursday
Telegram Wallet enforces new KYC rules, switches provider
30.5.2024
Before the KYC change, Telegram Wallet users did not have to provide any personal information to use the default version of the wallet
U.S. Lawmaker at Center of Crypto Negotiation Predicts Digital Assets Law by Next Year
30.5.2024
Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) vowed the crypto industry won't have long to wait to get U.S. regulations, now that the U.S. House of Representatives has shown the way
Mastercard Launches “Crypto Credential” To Replace Wallet Addresses With Usernames
30.5.2024
The Mastercard Crypto Credential service makes peer-to-peer transactions more intuitive, and safer from mistakes / clever wallet attackers.
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Mastercard Launches Crypto Credential Service for Simplified Cross-Border Transactions
29.5.2024
Financial giant Mastercard has initiated its first real-world application of the Crypto Credential system, a system aimed at facilitating easier and more secure peer-to-peer (P2P) cryptocurrency transactions. The service, which allows users to transfer cryptocurrencies using simple aliases,...
DeFi Data Firm API3 Raises $4M in Funding Round Led by DWF Labs
29.5.2024
API3, a service that provides DeFi data feeds to blockchain-based smart contracts without relying on a third party, has raised $4 million in a funding round led by DWF Labs.
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