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Anti-Money Laundering
South Korean Crypto Exchanges Raided in Embezzlement Probe
By Manesh Samtani | 20/03/2018
Staff and executives at three exchanges allegedly siphoned customer deposits to buy cryptocurrency on other platforms.
Cryptocurrency
Money 20/20: MAS Speaks Out on Crypto Risks, Blockchain
By Manesh Samtani | 17/03/2018
In a speech at Money 20/20 Asia, MAS managing director Ravi Menon spoke about the promise of blockchain technology and containing cryptocurrency risks; AML/CTF risks present a “clear and present danger”.
Anti-Money Laundering
Japan to Push G20 for Global AML Rules for Cryptcurrency
By Manesh Samtani | 14/03/2018
Japan to urge G20 leaders to close money laundering loopholes that exist due to weak regulation in some jurisdictions, without stifling innovation.
CBDCs
BIS, CPMI Report Outlines Dangers of Central Bank Digital Currencies
By Manesh Samtani | 14/03/2018
Central bank-issued digital currencies can enhance payments, settlement, efficiency; but financial stability implications warrant consideration.
Cryptocurrency
Thailand to Legalise Cryptocurrency by Royal Decree
By Manesh Samtani | 14/03/2018
Cryptocurrencies will be classified as assets and regulated by SEC; capital gains from trading to be taxed at 10 percent.
Custody & Infrastructure
CSRC Official Backs Public Sector Use of ‘Centralised’ Blockchain
By Manesh Samtani | 12/03/2018
CSRC head of technology Zheng Ye encourages the use of blockchain technology for public services, but says absolute decentralisation is untenable.
Cryptocurrency
Japan FSA Orders Business Improvement, Closures at Crypto Exchanges
By Manesh Samtani | 10/03/2018
Five exchanges including recently-hacked Coincheck ordered to improve internal controls; two exchanges ordered to halt services.
Cryptocurrency
China Advisor Urges Creation of National Cryptocurrency Exchange
By Manesh Samtani | 07/03/2018
Top political advisor says national exchange and cryptocurrency approval system should be jointly overseen by central bank and securities regulator.
Cryptocurrency
Thailand Edges Closer to Cryptocurrency Regulation
By Manesh Samtani | 05/03/2018
Securities regulator to propose regulations for initial coin offerings and other forms of cryptocurrency investment.
Payments & Settlements
Taiwan to Explore Blockchain-based Payments System
By Manesh Samtani | 04/03/2018
New central bank governor suggests artificial intelligence, big data and blockchain technology will revolutionise Taiwan’s financial landscape.
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