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    Crypto / Digital Assets

    DTCC to Build Infrastructure to Support Adoption of Digital Assets

    By Mark Johnston | 20/10/2023

    DTCC is acquiring digital asset technology provider Securrency; will offer new blockchain-based products and “unlock the power of institutional DeFi”.

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    Enforcement

    NYAG Sues Crypto Firms Gemini, Genesis, DCG for Fraud

    By Manesh Samtani | 20/10/2023

    “Gemini hid the risks of investing with Genesis, and Genesis lied to the public about its losses,” said AG Letitia James. The lawsuit says 230,000 investors lost more than $1bn.

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    AML / KYC

    FinCEN to Require FIs to Report Transactions Involving Crypto Mixers

    By Editors | 19/10/2023

    FIs would have to report information about transactions they know or suspect could involve crypto mixing, whether in the US or in another jurisdiction.

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    Sanctions

    US & Allies Reimpose Iran Sanctions Following UNSCR Expiry

    By Manesh Samtani | 19/10/2023

    A 2015 UN Security Council resolution targeting Iran’s ballistic missile, nuclear, and drone programmes has expired.

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    Sanctions

    OFAC Sanctions Hamas Operatives, Financial Facilitators

    By Editors | 18/10/2023

    OFAC is targeting Hamas members managing a “secret” investment portfolio, a Qatar-based financial facilitator, and a Gaza-based crypto exchange.

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    Sanctions

    US Tightens Export Controls on Advanced Computing Chips

    By Editors | 18/10/2023

    The Commerce Department said changes are needed to maintain the effectiveness of the export controls imposed in October 2022 and close loopholes.

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    Crypto / Digital Assets

    California Governor Approves Digital Financial Assets Law

    By Editors | 18/10/2023

    The law grants California’s DFPI the authority to develop a regulatory framework for crypto activities in the state.

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    Securities / Derivatives

    DSB Launches UPI Service, a Milestone for Derivatives Markets

    By Manesh Samtani | 18/10/2023

    The US, EU, UK, Australia and Singapore will all start requiring UPI reporting for OTC derivatives transactions in 2024.

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    Securities / Derivatives

    US SEC Publishes 2024 Examination Priorities Report

    By Editors | 17/10/2023

    Focus areas will include crypto-related securities, automated investment tools, artificial intelligence, trading algorithms, and investment adviser conduct.

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    Capital / Liquidity

    Thai SEC Developing Stress Test for Capital Market Participants

    By Mark Johnston | 17/10/2023

    The SEC is collaborating with securities firms and asset managers to develop a stress test to assess risks and vulnerabilities in the industry.

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