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Abkhazia Lifts Two-Year Ban on Bitcoin Mining, Moves to Regulate the Sector
3.10.2020
Abkhazia, the self-governing but disputed territory of just 245,000 people sandwiched between Russia and Georgia, has lifted its two-year ban on cryptocurrency mining. The ban came into effect in December 2018 after a surge in mining activity left the region facing an energy crisis. Now,...
Investors Flock to India’s DeFi Scene Months After Central Bank Ban Overturned
29.9.2020
DeFi protocols UniLend Finance and PlotX announced Tuesday they had both successfully completed their seed rounds
Major Indian exchange proposes new regulatory framework to avoid crypto ban
25.9.2020
The proposal hopes to avert a blanket ban that some warn would result in the illegal trade of cryptocurrencies
The President of Abkhazia lifts country’s ban on crypto-related activities
18.9.2020
That may not necessarily be a good thing for the struggling state
Fresh reports of Indian crypto ban are “clickbait,” says local source
17.9.2020
Local sources speculate on the possibilities of a cryptocurrency ban in India
Ripple CEO criticizes India's looming crypto ban
16.9.2020
‘Disappointing to see India flip-flop on crypto,’ Garlinghouse stated
India’s Crypto Bill Omitted From Parliament Agenda While New Ban Report Appears
16.9.2020
Despite much anticipation, the Indian cryptocurrency bill is not included in the list of bills to be introduced in the current session of parliament. Meanwhile, a new report of India’s government planning to ban cryptocurrency trading has emerged. Indian Government’s Cryptocurrency Plan...
New Rumors On Indian Crypto Ban, Bonds on Blockchain + More News
15.9.2020
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India plans to introduce a new law banning trade in cryptocurrencies and the bill is expected to...
India Said to Be Preparing to Ban Cryptocurrency Trading: Bloomberg
15.9.2020
The federal cabinet is expected to shortly discuss a new bill before passing it to parliament, people familiar with the matter told Bloomberg
European Ministers Call on EU Commission to Regulate Stablecoins
11.9.2020
Finance ministers from five European countries have called on the EU Commission to introduce tough regulation for stablecoins
Binance Card still on its way to Russia despite local crypto payments ban
7.9.2020
Russia’s law on digital assets has not affected Binance's business in any way
Australian Financial Watchdog Bans Local BitConnect Promoter for 7 Years
7.9.2020
The Australian man was banned from working in financial services by the Australian Securities and Investment Commission
Russia’s Latest Draft Bill Would Still Largely Ban Crypto, Stifle Miners
3.9.2020
Russia's Ministry of Finance wants to ban any cryptocurrency payments, which could be bad news for the country's mining farms
A WeChat Ban Should Be the Moment for Decentralized Tech. But It’s Not.
14.8.2020
President Trump’s threat to ban WeChat could disrupt the communication of millions of people. Decentralized technology is one solution, but will people really use it? Not necessarily, industry watchers say
$600M Crypto Ad Ban Class Action Filed in Australian Courts
14.8.2020
Facebook and YouTube are facing a class-action lawsuit alleging anti-competitive behavior in prohibiting crypto advertising in 2018
OKEx CEO Says Indian Crypto Ban 'Unlikely', Has 3 Scenarios in Mind
8.8.2020
Major crypto exchange OKEx opened the doors of their new platform in India, amidst speculations that another crypto ban might be incoming. This scenario the exchange's CEO finds unlikely to happen, describing the platform's first day of trading as a "huge success."
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Indian Government Actively Working Towards New Crypto Ban
5.8.2020
Five months after Indian courts lifted the blanket ban on crypto, an official said the government is considering a new law banning crypto
Government Official Updates Progress of India’s Cryptocurrency Law
4.8.2020
A government official has reportedly confirmed that a “note” regarding the legal framework for cryptocurrency in India has been forwarded to related ministries for inter-ministerial discussions. It would then be presented to the cabinet for approval. Status of Indian Crypto Bill...
China Never Banned Bitcoin as Commodity, Beijing Arbitration Commission Explains
2.8.2020
The Beijing Arbitration Commission has published an article clarifying that bitcoin’s use as a commodity has never been banned in China. It explains that the Chinese authorities’ attitude toward controlling bitcoin revolves around three areas. China Recognizes Bitcoin as Commodity...
Major Chinese Banks Bar Customers From Buying Gold, Precious Metals
1.8.2020
Major Chinese banks have taken measures to prevent customers from buying gold, platinum, palladium, and other precious metal-related products through them. The Shanghai Gold Exchange also says it may take necessary measures to curb gold trading to “protect investors.” Chinese Banks...