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New York AG's office seeks additional authority over crypto firms
5.5.2023
Under a bill proposed by New York Attorney General Letitia James, crypto exchanges could be required to reimburse users who were the victims of fraud
French Senators Propose Allowing Influencers to Promote Registered Crypto Firms
4.5.2023
The French Senate’s Committee on Economic Affairs has proposed a new law allowing social media influencers to promote cryptocurrency on their platforms.
If approved, the proposal would significantly shift how these influencers market and advertise digital currencies in France.
Surprisingly,...
Registered UK Crypto Firms Can Approve Their Own Ads, Lawmakers Decide
3.5.2023
The law on promotions is set to come into effect around four months from now, the finance ministry has said
Allow Influencers to Promote Registered Crypto Firms, French Senators Say
3.5.2023
Lawmakers in the French National Assembly are seeking to effectively ban promoting crypto on social media, but Senators appear to favor lighter restrictions
Hong Kong regulator requires banks to open accounts for crypto firms
28.4.2023
Hong Kong’s central bank has urged banks to provide services to crypto firms even before they receive the license
Hong Kong Regulator Reminds Local Banks There Is No Ban on Crypto Firms
28.4.2023
Crypto companies have complained that opening bank accounts in the jurisdiction is difficult
Google Cloud broadens Web3 startup program with 11 blockchain firms
25.4.2023
Along with Google, 11 blockchain firms are now part of the Google Web3 startup program to help accelerate startups
France mulls fast-tracking registered crypto firms to new EU rules
25.4.2023
France's financial regulator is weighing up “fast track” options for registered firms so they can be compliant with MiCA rules as soon as possible
‘Crypto is dead in America’: Tech billionaire Chamath Palihapitiya
25.4.2023
Palihapitiya did concede the crypto sector has “pushed more boundaries” than other startup sectors which may have attracted the SEC’s attention
Bank of Korea given right to investigate local crypto firms: Report
24.4.2023
The South Korean central bank will be able to access crypto transaction data from exchanges operating in the country
Crypto firms alleged to have faked execs using AI and actors: Cali regulator
21.4.2023
The regulator is cracking down on high-yield investment products saying the programs raise hype with the promise of high returns before going dark
UAE Securities Regulator Opens Door for Crypto Firms' License Applications – Next Crypto Hub?
19.4.2023
The United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) Securities & Commodities Authority has announced that it is now accepting applications for licenses by crypto firms wanting to set up offices in the country....
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UAE Securities Regulator to Start Accepting License Applications From Crypto Firms
18.4.2023
The regime applies to all companies seeking to provide services in the country, unless already licensed in financial free zones in the United Arab Emirates
NYDFS adopts regulation to assess supervisory costs for licensed crypto firms
17.4.2023
Since 2015, crypto firms operating in the state of New York have largely been required to apply for a BitLicense to offer services
China Opposes Recent US Sanctions for Chinese Firms, Criticizes ‘Long-Arm’ Jurisdiction Policies
17.4.2023
The government of China protested the enactment of sanctions on a series of national companies by the U.S., barring them from doing business with U.S.-based entities for allegedly collaborating with Russia. China’s Commerce Ministry criticized the move, saying it is a “typical form...
Crypto VC funding hits 2-year low, US firms still favorite: Galaxy Research
13.4.2023
Despite macroeconomic headwinds, a Galaxy Research report says activity could rebound in the second quarter of 2023 following recent crypto price increases
Crypto Exchange FTX Could Reopen, Its Attorney Says; Firm’s FTT Token Surges
12.4.2023
FTT jumped as much as 36%
Wisdom Tree, T. Rowe Among TradFi Firms to Test Avalanche's Blockchain Subnet
12.4.2023
The Subnet will offer the companies opportunity to make trade execution and settlements more efficient
Senator Warren and Rep. AOC Investigate Silicon Valley Bank's "White Glove" Treatment of Crypto Firms – Regulation Incoming?
12.4.2023
US Senator and well-known crypto-critic Elizabeth Warren has joined hands with Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in asking for more details about Silicon Valley Bank’s (SVB) dealings with crypto companies.
The two politicians said in letters sent to some of SVB’s largest clients that they...
Firms combine blockchain and AR to develop port maintenance system
11.4.2023
The project aims to increase the traceability of port maintenance operations by implementing blockchain certification