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California regulator investigating crypto interest accounts
13.7.2022
The regulator also said in its view that certain crypto interest account providers were providing unregistered securities, such as BlockFi and Voyager
G20 regulator to present global crypto rules in October 2022
11.7.2022
The FSB seems more concerned with the crypto market given its recent turmoil and the “increasing interconnectedness with the traditional financial system.”
International Securities Regulator IOSCO to Focus on Global DeFi, Crypto Rules
11.7.2022
The global standard-setter IOSCO's new fintech task force will focus on setting up policy recommendations for digital assets to be published in 2023
Crypto Payments Are Acceptable in Foreign Trade, Russia’s Financial Watchdog Says
10.7.2022
Russian financial watchdog Rosfinmonitoring is ready to accept the use of cryptocurrencies in international settlements, the head of the agency, Yuri Chikhanchin, has indicated. The statement adds to growing support for the legalization of international crypto payments in Russia amid financial...
US Regulator Probes Bankrupt Crypto Lender Voyager Over Claims of FDIC Insurance
9.7.2022
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is probing crypto lender Voyager Digital over claims that it is FDIC-insured. The crypto firm previously explained that through its strategic relationships with Metropolitan Commercial Bank, “all customers’ USD held with Voyager is FDIC...
Hong Kong securities regulator CEO to lead UK financial watchdog
8.7.2022
Ashley Alder said the FCA would help “chart the UK’s post-Brexit future as a global financial centre which continues to support innovation and competition."
Hong Kong Regulator Ashley Alder to Head UK Financial Supervisor
8.7.2022
Alder leaves a legacy in Hong Kong of mixed crypto regulations that saw FTX depart and retail investors largely excluded
FDIC Probing Voyager Claims It Was Insured by Regulator: Report
7.7.2022
The Wall Street Journal reported Thursday that the FDIC was taking a look at marketing by crypto broker Voyager that it was protected by FDIC insurance
Roskomnadzor Media Watchdog Unblocks Leading Russian Crypto News Outlet
7.7.2022
Russia’s mass media regulator, Roskomnadzor, has restored access to a major Russian crypto news portal. Bits.media was recently blocked as a result of proceedings in a regional court that its representatives were not even summoned to attend. Crypto News Site Bits.media Again Available...
Belgian regulator reviews crypto asset classifications while awaiting harmonization
6.7.2022
The Belgian Financial Services and Markets Authority created a chart to differentiate crypto asset securities, investment instruments and financial instruments
Belgium Regulator Ponders Crypto as a Security
6.7.2022
The EU’s landmark crypto law won’t take effect for a couple of years, but existing stock-trading rules may still apply, financial regulator FSMA says
UK Financial Regulator Hires Former Police Officer to Head New Crypto Unit
5.7.2022
Matthew Long will be responsible for payments and digital money at the financial regulator
Peter Schiff’s Euro Pacific Bank Suspended by Puerto Rico’s Regulator — Schiff Insists No Evidence of Crime
5.7.2022
Peter Schiff-owned Euro Pacific Bank has been suspended by Puerto Rico’s financial regulator. Schiff claims that there’s “no evidence of crimes,” warning that “accounts are frozen and customers may lose money.” Puerto Rico’s Regulator Suspends Peter...
Bank of Russia Ready to Legalize Crypto Mining If Miners Sell Minted Coins Abroad
4.7.2022
The Central Bank of Russia would agree to the legalization of cryptocurrency mining, provided the proceeds from the activity are converted to fiat outside of Russia. The regulator’s latest position on the matter comes after it softened its stance on the possible use of cryptocurrencies...
Israel’s regulator teases comprehensive crypto framework at ICC
3.7.2022
This year’s annual Israel Crypto Conference was focused on regulation and CBDCs: The regulated status of cryptocurrencies would open many doors of possibilities
US Regulator Charges South African MTI and Its Operator With $1.7 Billion Fraud Involving Bitcoin
2.7.2022
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has charged Mirror Trading International (MTI) and its operator with a $1.7 billion fraud involving bitcoin. This action is the regulator’s largest fraud scheme case involving the cryptocurrency. CFTC Takes Action Against MTI The CFTC...
Grayscale Files Lawsuit Against SEC Over Spot Bitcoin ETF Rejection
30.6.2022
Grayscale Investments, the world’s largest digital currency asset manager, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) challenging the securities regulator’s decision to reject its application to convert the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust to a spot bitcoin...
Russia’s Financial Watchdog Investigates 400 Crypto-Related Cases, Director Tells Putin
30.6.2022
Rosfinmonitoring is conducting hundreds of investigations into cases involving cryptocurrencies, the head of the agency announced. Hundreds of thousands of Russians take part in crypto deals abroad, the top regulator also reported to the Russian president. Russian Authorities Initiate 20 Criminal...
DeFi Should Not Be Regulated, Crypto Advocates Tell UK Regulator
29.6.2022
The FCA hosted its first two day CryptoSprint in May which gathered industry experts from the U.K. and beyond its borders to hear their thoughts on how the industry should be regulated. Some expressed that DeFi should not be regulated
Dubai Regulator: Three Arrows Capital Isn’t Registered Here
24.6.2022
The Dubai Financial Services Authority says the embattled crypto fund has not set up shop in the Emirate, despite stated plans