The long-awaited executive order on cryptocurrencies from the White House is finally out. It details how the industry can reinforce the US, as well as its citizens, the need for risk mitigation, as well as outlining a few critical points for regulators to work on. President Biden’s Executive Order on Cryptocurrencies This has long been...Read More
After a brief delay caused by the war between Russia and Ukraine, US President Joe Biden is expected to sign the executive order about cryptocurrency regulations this week. In it, sources said Biden would cooperate with other allies to ensure they were all on the same page. The Delay of the Executive Order CryptoPotato reported...Read More
Louisiana state legislature is considering a bill to facilitate crypto contributions to political campaigns. Sponsored by Republican Party Representative Mark Wright, the bill seeks to lay down a legal framework for making cryptocurrency donations to political parties and political leaders. Crypto Contribution for Political Campaigns House Bill No. 170 intends to “allow a candidate to receive...Read More
Jerome Powell – Chairman of the Federal Reserve – recently testified in front of the House Financial Services Committee on the state of the economy, and future monetary policy. Given the various sanctions placed on Russia during its conflict with Ukraine, he said the conflict “underscores” the need for crypto regulation that he’s advocated for...Read More
The Supreme Court (SC) of India recently asked the Union government to clarify its stand on the legality of cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin. Hearing a case involving 87,000 bitcoins and thousands of investors in a Multilevel Marketing (MLM) scam, a bench of the apex court asked this question to the Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati....Read More
The ASCI said that the guidelines will be enforced from April 1, 2022, and advertisers must ensure that their previous ads don’t appear in the public domain without the new disclaimer. Ads Must Have a Disclaimer The local watchdog asked in the guidelines that crypto ads display a disclaimer that these “unregulated” products can be “highly...Read More
The Russian Ministry of Finance reportedly presented its draft legislation on digital asset regulations. The institution called upon enhanced protection rules and set a limit on annual cryptocurrency investments. The Latest Update Russia’s top authorities are still far from reaching a unanimous decision on how to approach the local cryptocurrency market. The Bank of Russia...Read More
The Russian Finance Ministry introduced public notices and said they started developing a comprehensive regulatory framework for the cryptocurrency industry. During the discussions, citizens and financial market players will be able to give their proposals on the matter. What Has Happened so Far? Ever since the start of 2022, Russia’s top authorities haven’t been able...Read More
According to The Financial Stability Board, the growing appetite of large institutions and VC firms for cryptocurrency exposure could prove counterproductive not only for said financial giants but for the entire world. The watchdog called for exercising greater control over operations that involve significant money investments to avoid a potential financial crisis on a global...Read More
The Justice Department recently appointed cybersecurity prosecutor Eun Young Choi to lead the newly formed “National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team”, aimed at cracking down on digital currency schemes involved in illicit finance. It specifically targets both cybercriminals and nation-states, including Iran and North Korea. Intercepting Crypto Crime Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco announced the new appointment...Read More
As the political situation in Belarus evolves, the country’s government has sought to take full advantage of cryptocurrencies. This could be good or bad depending on viewpoints, but a recent decree by President Alexander Lukashenko could again reiginite debates about the role of the state in the promotion and control of cryptocurrency operations. On February...Read More
BlockFi recently agreed to pay $100 million in a settlement after the U.S. Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) charged the firm with “failing to register the offers and sales of its retail crypto lending product.” The news that kept the space abuzz was broken by an SEC document, followed by a dissent note from Commissioner Hester...Read More
Despite Vladimir Putin’s request, the Bank of Russia and the Finance Ministry did not shake hands on a single solution regarding cryptocurrency regulations. While some reports indicated that the largest country by landmass will not ban digital assets, it is still uncertain what legislation it will impose. No Resolution After the Meeting The central bank...Read More
A fortnight packed with important developments on the economic front, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Governor of India’s central bank Shaktikanta Das told the media that there is complete harmony between the two government bodies on the cryptocurrency front. Crypto Makes Headlines in India In the budget presentation for 2022-23 on February 1, Sitharaman...Read More
Matt Hancock, a Conservative Party MP in the UK parliament, said Britain could create a “dynamic” regulatory environment for cryptocurrencies rather than follow the EU’s restrictive policies. He noted that this is possible because of Brexit, which offers the country an opportunity to benefit from crypto innovations. “We now don’t have to just take the...Read More
A recent estimate by the Russian government has revealed that locals currently own more than 16.5 trillion rubles ($214 billion) worth of cryptocurrencies. Russians Control 12% of Crypto Market According to a Bloomberg report on Tuesday, this figure represents approximately 12% of the total value of global crypto holdings or one-third of the market cap...Read More
The government of the African country Botswana has reportedly passed a bill to impose a comprehensive regulatory framework on cryptocurrency trading. The initiative is part of its efforts to tighten anti-money laundering measures. According to a recent coverage by Bloomberg, Botswana will become the next nation to implement rules in its cryptocurrency ecosystem. The Virtual...Read More
A state senator has introduced a bill in Arizona that seeks to make bitcoin a legal tender. Although the US federal law doesn’t allow the states to create their currencies, the bill may spark an interesting discussion. State Senator Wendy Rogers, a Republican, has moved a draft bill numbered SB 1341 that seeks to accord bitcoin...Read More
The Ministry of Finance proposed a regulatory framework that would enable cryptocurrency transactions to be carried out through Russia’s banking system, with infrastructure to monitor and identify traders. Crypto Regulations Instead of Ban According to a report by local media outlet RBU on Friday (January 27, 2022), the Ministry of Finance is proposing a modality...Read More
Joe Biden’s administration wants to clarify once and for all the regulatory landscape surrounding the crypto sphere —taking the opportunity to exert greater control over the industry. Apparently, within the next few weeks, it is expected that the White House will issue an executive order declaring the regulation of cryptocurrencies as a matter of national...Read More
The top monetary watchdog of Indonesia – the Financial Services Authority (OJK) – reportedly prohibited local companies from using, offering, or facilitating cryptocurrency services. The regulator believes dealing with bitcoin and the altcoins is risky due to their enhanced price fluctuations. Crypto Is Under Crossfire in Indonesia The authorities of the Asian country have displayed...Read More
The Bank of Thailand (BOT), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Ministry of Finance (MOF) have jointly decided to regulate the use of cryptocurrencies as a medium of exchange. They cite threats of financial instability and crime as primary justifications. Strictness On Crypto BOT announced its regulatory decision in a press release earlier today. It...Read More
Tarjih Muhammadiyah is the third Islamic organization to issue a fatwa against the use of cryptocurrencies in Indonesia. Cryptocurrencies аnd Fatwas According to a report by CNBC Indonesia, the Tarjih Council and the Central Executive Tajdid of Muhammadiyah issued a new fatwa against cryptocurrency use, deeming it haram, or unlawful, for Muslims. The organization detailed...Read More
While there have been calls by the cryptocurrency community for the SEC to provide clearer regulation for the industry, one of the agency’s commissioners thinks otherwise. SEC Does Not Need to Re-Invent the Wheel Allison Lee, a Commissioner for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), while appearing at a D.C. bar event on crypto...Read More
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – the top monetary regulator in the United Kingdom – proposed to tighten the rules on how high-risk investments such as digital assets are advertised. The watchdog said companies should not be able to promote cryptocurrencies to people who lack financial knowledge and experience. The UK Strengthens its Stance The...Read More
The chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, believes cryptocurrencies have the capacity to provide exciting new opportunities for residents in the United Kingdom. However, some misleading advertisements might be obstacles. Crypto Offers New Opportunities According to Sunak, cryptocurrencies offer people new ways to transact and profit through investments in the relatively new asset class. The...Read More
The city-state’s central bank – the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) – reportedly issued guidelines that limit crypto trading service providers from promoting such assets. The financial institution believes dealing with digital assets is highly risky and unsuitable for every investor. In addition, Australia’s top financial watchdog – the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)...Read More
Digital asset ads in Spain will have to include a designated warning from February 2022, according to a new release from the Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores (CNMV). The paper outlined the new rules on Monday, January 17th, indicating that the watchdog wants to “ensure that the advertising of the products offers true, understandable,...Read More
The Acting Comptroller of the Currency of the United States, Michael J. Hsu, gave a speech on January 13, 2022, highlighting the advantages of regulating the cryptocurrency space-specifically stablecoins-as a way to provide peace of mind and security to those using this type of technology. Speaking at the BritishAmerican Business Transatlantic Finance Forum, Hsu argued...Read More
The cryptocurrency industry saw a tremendous surge in terms of institutional adoption in 2021. Experts suggest that this trend is likely to continue this year as well. But whether it’s a tidal wave or a trickle will depend on how the industry evolves in terms of technology that offers secure storage and protects user funds....Read More
