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Digital Assets
Cryptocurrency
Crypto Firm Bittrex Announces Decision to Exit US Market
By Editors | 03/04/2023
A lack of regulatory clarity makes it economically unviable for Bittrex to continue operating in the US. The global platform will continue operating.
Cryptocurrency
US Futures SRO Issues New Rule for Crypto Activities
By Editors | 03/04/2023
The compliance rule covers anti-fraud, just and equitable principles of trade, disclosure, and supervision requirements for spot bitcoin and ether trading.
Cryptocurrency
BIS Innovation Hub to Launch Cryptoasset Data Project
By Editors | 02/04/2023
Project Atlas will allow users to visualise cross-border flows in cryptoasset and DeFi markets via publicly available dashboards.
CBDCs
Japan to Create Expert Panel on CBDCs Within April
By Editors | 02/04/2023
The launch of the panel will coincide with the start of a digital yen pilot programme involving the BOJ and private sector participants.
Tokenisation
Mirae Asset, SK Telecom to Collaborate on Security Token Business
By Editors | 01/04/2023
Mirae Asset Securities and SK Telecom formed a consortium to collaborate on creating a business ecosystem for security tokens.
Cryptocurrency
Taiwan FSC to Develop Regulatory Guidelines for Crypto Industry
By Editors | 31/03/2023
The guidelines will cover information disclosures, product listings, customer asset segregation, money laundering prevention, consumer protection, and information security, among other areas.
Anti-Money Laundering
UK Unveils New Plan to Tackle Economic Crime
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2023
The plan involves hiring 475 specialist investigators, investing in technology and data analytics, and establishing a new multi-agency crypto cell.
Cryptocurrency
US SEC Forces Shut Down of Crypto Platform Beaxy
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/03/2023
The SEC charged Beaxy and its affiliates for performing the functions of an exchange, broker, clearing agency, and dealer without registration.
Cryptocurrency
HKMA, SFC to Host Discussions Between Crypto Firms & Banks
By Editors | 30/03/2023
A roundtable will take place on 28 April at the HKMA to facilitate dialogue and experience sharing regarding opening and maintaining bank accounts.
Anti-Money Laundering
EBA Drafts Amendments to AML Guidance to Account for Crypto Risks
By Mark Johnston | 29/03/2023
The amendments are part of efforts to implement MiCA, which is due to be voted on in April.
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