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Coindesk
2 weeks ago
Cryptocurrency

TradFi Rushes In: Goldman Sachs Digital Assets Lead Matthew McDermott on the Institutional Embrace of Tokenization

Approval of bitcoin ETFs reignited interest in crypto, attracting retail and institutional investors.
Tokenization is gaining popularity for its efficiency in asset issuance and liquidity enhancement.
Crypto has the potential to transform financial systems for increased efficiency. [ more ]
#sec
Coindesk
3 weeks ago
Cryptocurrency

The Unintended Consequences of FIT21's Crypto Market Structure Bill

FIT21 is a significant step for U.S. crypto regulation but introduces concerns about market structure and potential unintended consequences. [ more ]
Coindesk
3 months ago
Business

The Catch-22 of U.S. Crypto Regulation

Crypto regulation is a Catch-22 with contradictory rules and requirements.
Registering with the SEC for crypto compliance is not as straightforward as portrayed. [ more ]
Coindesk
4 months ago
Cryptocurrency

South Korean Regulator to Discuss Spot Bitcoin ETF With U.S. SEC: Report

South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) plans to maintain talks with the SEC and focus on spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
The FSS and SEC are looking to strengthen cooperation and address virtual asset issues. [ more ]
TechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

President Biden vetoes crypto custody bill | TechCrunch

President Biden vetoed a resolution targeting the SEC's rules on banks handling customers' crypto assets. [ more ]
Coindesk
3 weeks ago
Cryptocurrency

The Unintended Consequences of FIT21's Crypto Market Structure Bill

FIT21 is a significant step for U.S. crypto regulation but introduces concerns about market structure and potential unintended consequences. [ more ]
Coindesk
3 months ago
Business

The Catch-22 of U.S. Crypto Regulation

Crypto regulation is a Catch-22 with contradictory rules and requirements.
Registering with the SEC for crypto compliance is not as straightforward as portrayed. [ more ]
Coindesk
4 months ago
Cryptocurrency

South Korean Regulator to Discuss Spot Bitcoin ETF With U.S. SEC: Report

South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) plans to maintain talks with the SEC and focus on spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
The FSS and SEC are looking to strengthen cooperation and address virtual asset issues. [ more ]
TechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

President Biden vetoes crypto custody bill | TechCrunch

President Biden vetoed a resolution targeting the SEC's rules on banks handling customers' crypto assets. [ more ]
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Coindesk
3 weeks ago
Cryptocurrency

U.S. House Approves Crypto FIT21 Bill With Wave of Democratic Support

The U.S. House passed a significant crypto regulation bill with bipartisan support, marking a major legislative win for the industry. [ more ]
Coindesk
3 weeks ago
Cryptocurrency

SEC's Gensler Going Rogue in Solo Quest to Stop U.S. Crypto Legislation?

SEC Chair Gary Gensler believes existing laws are sufficient for regulating crypto despite White House calls for new regulations. [ more ]
Coindesk
3 weeks ago
Cryptocurrency

A Venture Capitalist's Guide to Consensus 2024

Bitcoin's value proposition continues to grow with advancements like Ordinals protocol and spot Bitcoin ETFs, reshaping traditional financial markets through on-chain assets. [ more ]
www.coindesk.com
1 month ago
Business

Stablecoin Issuer Circle Files to Shift Legal Home to U.S. From Ireland Ahead of Planned IPO: Bloomberg

Circle, the issuer of USDC stablecoin, plans to relocate its legal base from Ireland to the U.S., ahead of a planned IPO. [ more ]
Coindesk
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

Crypto Is an Election Issue This Year. Is That a Good Thing?

Crypto is becoming a key issue in US elections, with over 20% of voters in swing states considering it important. [ more ]
Coindesk
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

Ahead of EU Elections, Crypto Industry Pushes Blockchain Merits as Policy Focus Shifts to AI

The EU's upcoming election may bring new legislators focusing on crypto issues. [ more ]
#anti-money-laundering
Coindesk
1 month ago
EU data protection

EU Parliament Adopts Anti-Money Laundering Rules Package, Also Policing Crypto

The European Parliament approved anti-money laundering laws, enhancing due diligence and providing access to beneficial ownership information, affecting crypto firms and others. [ more ]
Coindesk
5 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Turkey Will Conclude Technical Studies for Crypto Legislation Soon: Finance Minister

Turkey is in the final stage of completing technical studies for forming crypto regulation.
The main goal of the regulation is to increase trust in the crypto asset area and eliminate potential risks. [ more ]
Coindesk
1 month ago
EU data protection

EU Parliament Adopts Anti-Money Laundering Rules Package, Also Policing Crypto

The European Parliament approved anti-money laundering laws, enhancing due diligence and providing access to beneficial ownership information, affecting crypto firms and others. [ more ]
Coindesk
5 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Turkey Will Conclude Technical Studies for Crypto Legislation Soon: Finance Minister

Turkey is in the final stage of completing technical studies for forming crypto regulation.
The main goal of the regulation is to increase trust in the crypto asset area and eliminate potential risks. [ more ]
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#consumer-protection
Coindesk
2 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Indonesia Will Require Crypto Products to Pass Through Regulatory Sandbox or Be Deemed Illegal

The Financial Services Authority (OJK) will regulate Indonesia's crypto industry from January 2025.
Crypto firms will need to pass an evaluation in a regulatory sandbox by OJK before operating in the country. [ more ]
Coindesk
4 months ago
EU data protection

Crypto Crime Could Mean Jail for Life in South Korea

Crypto criminals face life imprisonment in South Korea starting July.
Criminal punishment can include fixed-term imprisonment or fines. [ more ]
Coindesk
2 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Indonesia Will Require Crypto Products to Pass Through Regulatory Sandbox or Be Deemed Illegal

The Financial Services Authority (OJK) will regulate Indonesia's crypto industry from January 2025.
Crypto firms will need to pass an evaluation in a regulatory sandbox by OJK before operating in the country. [ more ]
Coindesk
4 months ago
EU data protection

Crypto Crime Could Mean Jail for Life in South Korea

Crypto criminals face life imprisonment in South Korea starting July.
Criminal punishment can include fixed-term imprisonment or fines. [ more ]
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Coindesk
3 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Indonesia's Crypto Watchdog Pushes for Friendlier Taxes as Regulatory Overhaul Looms

Indonesia's crypto regulator wants tax reconsideration
Crypto may be treated as securities under OJK oversight [ more ]
news.bitcoin.com
4 months ago
Cryptocurrency

US and UK Financial Regulators Discuss Effective Crypto Oversight Regulation Bitcoin News

The U.S. and U.K. Financial Regulatory Working Group is highlighting the need for crypto regulation. [ more ]
#mica
Coindesk
4 months ago
EU data protection

The Big Misunderstanding: What MiCA Really Means for Stablecoins in Europe

MiCA confirms that stablecoin issuers must be regulated as electronic money institutions (EMIs)
Many stablecoins currently offered in Europe are illegal because they are not authorized and regulated as electronic money (e-money) [ more ]
Coindesk
4 days ago
EU data protection

EU Body Publishes Final Draft Technical Standards for Prudential Matters: MiCA

The European Banking Authority (EBA) published final draft technical standards for crypto firms under MiCA legislation. [ more ]
Coindesk
4 months ago
EU data protection

The Big Misunderstanding: What MiCA Really Means for Stablecoins in Europe

MiCA confirms that stablecoin issuers must be regulated as electronic money institutions (EMIs)
Many stablecoins currently offered in Europe are illegal because they are not authorized and regulated as electronic money (e-money) [ more ]
Coindesk
4 days ago
EU data protection

EU Body Publishes Final Draft Technical Standards for Prudential Matters: MiCA

The European Banking Authority (EBA) published final draft technical standards for crypto firms under MiCA legislation. [ more ]
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Coindesk
6 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin Group Addressing 'Serious Deficits' in Money Laundering Measures Flagged by German Regulator

German financial regulator BaFin has ordered a subsidiary of Bitcoin Group to address shortcomings in its anti-money laundering measures.
BaFin identified serious deficits in internal security measures, due-diligence obligations, and the suspicious-activity reporting system at Futurum Bank.
Bitcoin Group is taking measures to address the deficiencies. [ more ]
Coindesk
4 days ago
Business

White House Expected to Nominate CFTC Commissioners to FDIC, Treasury Roles: Reports

Christy Goldsmith Romero nominated as FDIC Chair and Kristin Johnson as Treasury Assistant Secretary. [ more ]
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