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Reporting on regulatory frameworks, enforcement actions, adoption trends, and risks associated with decentralised digital currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Custody & Infrastructure
Thailand SEC Issues New Rules on Crypto Custody
By Editors | 21/09/2022
Digital asset depository service providers already in business have until 11 October to submit a licence application to the SEC.
Cryptocurrency
Binance Set to Secure Crypto Licence for the Philippines
By Editors | 21/09/2022
Binance is in late stage talks to buy a Philippine company that already has VASP and electronic money issuer licences.
Custody & Infrastructure
Nasdaq Establishes New Digital Assets Business
By Editors | 21/09/2022
The technology that underpins the digital asset ecosystem has the potential to transform markets over the long-term, says Nasdaq’s Adena Friedman.
Cryptocurrency
UK FCA Issues Warning Against Crypto Exchange FTX
By Editors | 20/09/2022
The FCA said FTX is targeting UK consumers without proper authorisation. FTX believes a scammer is impersonating the company.
Anti-Money Laundering
US Treasury Seeks Input on Illicit Finance Risks in Crypto
By Editors | 19/09/2022
The RFC calls for input on how to prevent crypto from being used for illicit finance, including through analytics tools and AML/CFT regulations.
Cryptocurrency
Thai SEC Proposes to Ban Crypto Lending, Staking Services
By Editors | 18/09/2022
A minimum investment amount is also proposed for each digital asset transaction. Meanwhile, the SEC is considering allowing asset managers to set up digital asset funds.
CBDCs
US Unveils Comprehensive Plans for Regulating Digital Assets
By Manesh Samtani | 18/09/2022
Reports released by the White House, Treasury, Commerce and DOJ will help ensure a coordinated and comprehensive approach to digital assets policy.
PEPs & Sanctions
OFAC Issues Guidance on Transacting With Tornado Cash
By Editors | 18/09/2022
US persons may request a specific licence from OFAC to complete transactions involving sanctioned crypto mixer Tornado Cash.
Emerging Prudential Risks
BCBS Advances Work to Ensure Banking System Resilience
By Editors | 15/09/2022
The BCBS agreed to continue assessing bank use of AI/machine learning, finalise a crypto framework by year-end, and develop measures to address climate risks.
Cryptocurrency
US Heavyweights Announce Plans to Launch Crypto Exchange
By Editors | 15/09/2022
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