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Swedish Financial Watchdog Investigating Two Local Crypto Exchanges
The authority is examining how Safello and Goobit are implementing anti-money laundering rules.
BitMEX Joins Binance, Bybit in Removing Korean Language Ahead of Regulatory Deadline
South Korean regulators have asked exchanges to register by Friday.
The Financial Aftermath of 9/11
As the world looks back on one of the worst tragedies of the 21st century, it’s important to remember 9/11′s long-lasting aftereffects: increased financial surveillance and exclusion.
Bitcoin Won’t Save the Afghan People
Crypto activity in the collapsing country is likely a sign of capital flight by corrupt elites, not aid or remittances flowing in, according to one expert.
Hamas Tapped Binance to Launder Bitcoin Donations, Blockchain Data Suggests
Binance said it froze the Hamas-linked wallet.
Turkish Crypto Exchanges Must Report Transactions Over $1,200, Finance Minister Says
The country is rushing to regulate the crypto market after two local crypto exchanges went offline in April.
Turkey Adds Crypto Trading Platforms to List of Firms Covered by AML Regulations
The country's latest move to rein in cryptocurrencies went into effect immediately.
Report Says Enforcing KYC and AML Laws Key to Reducing Ransomware Attacks
Ransomware attacks are becoming increasingly common, and hackers often use cryptocurrencies to escape the eyes of the law. A new report published by the Ransomware Task Force suggests that by increasing know-your-customer (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML) laws, ransomware attacks can be reduced, but is this really the case? “The Hash” panel debates.
Enforcing KYC, AML Laws Is Key to Reducing Ransomware Attacks: Task Force
Existing AML/KYC laws could reduce ransomware proliferation, but it would require an international effort.
CipherTrace Wants to Introduce DEXs to Sanctions Compliance
The new tool uses an oracle on Chainlink to spot crypto wallet addresses on government watchlists.
