Financial Markets Authority

New Zealand's Financial Watchdog Warns on Crypto Investment Risks

The warning comes a day after the regulator's U.K. counterpart, the Financial Conduct Authority, also raised similar concerns.

By Sebastian SinclairJan 12, 2021

Auckland, New Zealand

Crypto Firms Can Now Apply for a License in France

The license is optional for crypto firms operating in France, but firms can use the license in marketing themselves to institutional clients.

By Nate DiCamilloDec 26, 2019

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