Crypto / Digital Assets

    AML / KYC

    How North Korean Cryptocurrency Abuse Is Expanding

    By Sasha Erskine | 18/07/2022

    Countries must secure new and emerging gateways that are used to circumvent sanctions, as North Korea’s exploitation of cryptocurrency continues.

    Capital / Liquidity

    BCBS Treatment of Banks’ Crypto Exposures Still Constraining: ISDA

    By Manesh Samtani | 18/07/2022

    ISDA chief executive Scott O’Malia says the new group 2 exposure limit presents a “significant constraint” on the extent to which banks can participate.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    UK Commences Inquiry Into Crypto Asset Risks and Opportunities

    By Editors | 17/07/2022

    A UK parliamentary committee is collecting evidence on the opportunities and risks that crypto-assets may bring to consumers, businesses and the government.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    US Treasury Consults on Digital Asset Risks and Opportunities

    By Editors | 17/07/2022

    The request for comment seeks input on the opportunities and risks digital assets may pose to consumers, investors, businesses, and financial markets.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    Thailand Refines Rules for Crypto Firms, Issues Draft Rules for Banks

    By Manesh Samtani | 15/07/2022

    The SEC amended capital requirements and other rules for crypto firms. The BOT issued draft rules for banks dealing in crypto. Two crypto exchanges were penalised.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    OECD Confirms Timeline Revision for New Global Tax Rules

    By Editors | 15/07/2022

    A new international treaty for the Pillar One reforms will be finalised by mid-2023 for entry into force in 2024.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    BOJ to ‘Carefully’ Examine CBDC Impact on Bank Deposits

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/07/2022

    A shift away from bank deposits may not occur if banks offer “smooth exchange of CBDC and deposits” and “attractive services related to CBDC”.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    CPMI, IOSCO Issue Final Guidance on Stablecoin Arrangements

    By Editors | 14/07/2022

    CPMI and IOSCO confirm that the PFMI apply to systemically important stablecoin arrangements that transfer stablecoins.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    BOE Calls for Clear Regulatory Framework for Crypto Assets

    By Mark Johnston | 14/07/2022

    BOE’s Jon Cunliffe said the extension of a regulatory framework to encompass crypto must be grounded in the iron principle of ‘same risk, same regulatory outcome’.

    Crypto / Digital Assets

    FSB Updates G20 on Covid-19, Climate, Crypto Work

    By Editors | 13/07/2022

    Accompanying the letter to the G20 is a report on exit strategies to address COVID-19 scarring in the financial sector, and a statement on crypto-asset regulation.

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