Cryptocurrency

    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

    EDX Markets is backed by Citadel Securities, Fidelity Investments, Charles Schwab, Virtu Financial, Sequoia Capital and Paradigm.

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