Cryptocurrency

    Reporting on regulatory frameworks, enforcement actions, adoption trends, and risks associated with decentralised digital currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.

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    Cryptocurrency

    SFC Warns of ‘Improper Practices’ by Unlicensed Crypto Exchanges

    By Manesh Samtani | 08/08/2023

    Some crypto exchanges have misled investors by falsely claiming they have applied for licences when in fact they have not.

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    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    CBA Imposes Monthly Limit on Transfers to Crypto Exchanges

    By Editors | 08/08/2023

    Transfers to crypto exchanges beyond A$10,000 will be declined. In some cases, certain payments to crypto exchanges will be held for up to 24 hours, regardless of the amount.

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    Cryptocurrency

    Industry Bodies Call on IOSCO to Tackle Conflicts of Interest in Crypto

    By Manesh Samtani | 06/08/2023

    The WFE, GDF, IIF and FIA each address conflicts of interest in the crypto sector in their responses to IOSCO’s consultation.

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    Cryptocurrency

    India Offers Recommendations on Global Crypto Regulatory Framework

    By Editors | 04/08/2023

    As G20 president, India outlines global crypto regulations amidst domestic pressure from the Supreme Court for clearer crypto-related laws.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    Lazarus Group Shuffles $8.5m of Stolen Crypto Across Blockchains

    By Editors | 04/08/2023

    The hacker group is again in the spotlight, after analysts observed the group moving approximately $8.5mn in stolen crypto across multiple blockchains.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    US Hacker Pleads Guilty Over 2016 Bitfinex Cyber Theft

    By Editors | 04/08/2023

    Ilya Lichtenstein admitted to being the original hacker in the 2016 cyberattack on Bitfinex and pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering.

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    Cryptocurrency

    HashKey, OSL Win Approvals Needed to Serve HK Retail Crypto Investors

    By Manesh Samtani | 04/08/2023

    As existing licence holders, both firms had to undergo only a simplified process to obtain the required approvals.

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    Cryptocurrency

    US SEC Files Charges Over $1bn in Unregistered Crypto Securities Offerings

    By Editors | 01/08/2023

    Richard Heart misappropriated at least $12mn of offering proceeds to purchase luxury goods, including the largest black diamond in the world.

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    Fraud, Scams & Cybercrime

    India Supreme Court Criticises Government for Not Addressing Crypto Crime

    By Editors | 01/08/2023

    India’s Supreme Court asked the government whether it can establish a “national specialised agency” to investigate crypto-related crimes.

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    Anti-Money Laundering

    US Senate Approves Defence Bill with Provisions Targeting Crypto Mixers

    By Editors | 31/07/2023

    The US Senate’s approval of the 2024 NDAA includes stringent provisions aimed at cryptocurrency mixers, marking a regulatory milestone.

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