Custody & Infrastructure

    Coverage of regulatory requirements, technological advancements, and market trends in the secure storage and management of digital assets for institutions and retail investors.

    PEPs & Sanctions

    European Council Adopts Eighth Russia Sanctions Package

    By Editors | 06/10/2022

    The package completely bans the provision of crypto wallets, accounts, or custody services to Russian nationals and entities, among other measures.

    Cryptocurrency

    Russia Seeks to Legalise Crypto Mining in Some Regions

    By Editors | 06/10/2022

    The bill may be rejected by Russia’s parliament, because it does not specify tax procedures or requirements for data centres and mining operators.

    Custody & Infrastructure

    SWIFT, Chainlink Working on Blockchain Interoperability POC

    By Editors | 02/10/2022

    Chainlink’s open-source cross-chain interoperability protocol will enable SWIFT messages to instruct on-chain token transfers.

    Cryptocurrency

    DBS Rolls Out Crypto Services to 100,000 More Investors

    By Editors | 28/09/2022

    Accredited wealth clients are able to trade four cryptocurrencies on DDEx – Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ethereum, and XRP.

    Structural Regulation

    NZ FMA Proposes to Update Guidance on Broker Obligations

    By Editors | 28/09/2022

    The FMA is proposing to update its 2014 guidance to align with regulatory updates and incorporate additional guidance for custodians.

    CBDCs

    RBA to Commence CBDC Pilot Tests Early Next Year

    By Editors | 26/09/2022

    The CBDC will be called eAUD. Industry participants are invited to propose CBDC use cases, and to participate in testing. Expressions of interest are due by 31 October.

    Cryptocurrency

    Korea’s New Rules for Crypto Will Have to Wait

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/09/2022

    An FSC official said new legislation for the crypto sector will only be effective if there is international consistency.

    Custody & Infrastructure

    US SEC Accounting Guidance Disrupts Banks Crypto Projects

    By Mark Johnston | 24/09/2022

    Accounting guidance issued in March has reportedly forced US listed banks that were building out crypto offerings to suspend their plans.

    Cryptocurrency

    Australian Senator Proposes Bill on Digital Asset Regulation

    By Editors | 23/09/2022

    The bill would establish rules for crypto exchanges, custody providers stablecoin issuers, and banks facilitating e-CNY transactions.

    Custody & Infrastructure

    SBI Obtains Singapore Licence to Offer Digital Asset Services

    By Editors | 22/09/2022

    SBI Digital Markets will advise on corporate finance, deal in capital markets products, and provide custodial services.

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