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Hong Kong crypto rules attract global banks as AMINA wins new approval
The licence covers 13 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ether, USD,C and Tether. AMINA reported a 233% increase in Hong…
Why the European Commission wants to seize control of crypto oversight
MiCA currently lets companies gain cross-border access via a single national licence. National regulators and firms fear a…
Brazil explores Bitcoin reserves as central bankers meet in Rio
Lawmakers previously proposed a $19 billion Bitcoin reserve. Countries like Germany, Pakistan, and the Philippines are reviewing similar…
Germany’s AfD party proposes Bitcoin as strategic asset
The AfD party is urging Germany to treat Bitcoin as a strategic national asset. The AfD Bitcoin reserve…
Australia tightens crypto rules: check out all the details
Crypto firms offering financial products must obtain an AFSL by 30 June. Bitcoin and NFTs are said to…
Crypto firm Xeltox fined record C$177M by Canadian AML regulator
Xeltox/Cryptomus fined C$177M for failing to report 1,000+ suspicious crypto transactions. Violations involved child abuse, fraud, ransomware, and…
Binance nears return to South Korea as regulators revisit Gopax stake review
Binance holds a 67% stake in Gopax, acquired in February 2023. A $4.3 billion US settlement eased regulatory…
SEC explores blockchain-registered stocks as tokenization momentum builds: report
SEC eyes plan to allow blockchain-based stock trading on approved crypto platforms. Nasdaq, Coinbase, and others push for…
Crypto firms in Britain may face new FCA proposals on conduct rules
UK’s FCA proposes easing 4 core rules for crypto firms while stressing strong operational safeguards. Regulator cites $1.5B…
Coinbase-backed petition pushes UK on blockchain and stablecoin policy
Coinbase backs UK petition urging stablecoin rules and blockchain adoption. Petition tops 5K signatures; 10K triggers government reply,…