Canada
Binance Can’t Appease Canadian Regulators, Ontario Users Still Face Account Restrictions
Crypto exchange Binance held a meeting with the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) to clarify an announcement to its users that suggested it could still provide trading services in Canada’s most populous province. The exchange, operating under the umbrella of Binance.US, continues to face hurdles with governments worldwide.
Binance Still Not Authorized to Operate in Ontario, Securities Commission Says
The regulator’s statement on Thursday comes after Binance said on Wednesday it had worked with regulators to ensure continued operations.
Binance to Continue Operating in Ontario After Cooperating With Canadian Regulators
The crypto exchange originally told its users in Canada’s most populous province they would need to close their accounts by Dec. 31.
Teenage Suspect in $16M DeFi Hack Wanted for Arrest in Canada
In a possible DeFi first, Canadian law enforcement is now looking to track down a suspected hacker.
Crypto Miner DMG Blockchain Purchases 1,800 Next-Generation Bitmain Miners
The machines, to be delivered starting next July, will generate an additional 252 PH/s.
Top Blockchain University: University of British Columbia
The Blockchain@UBC’s Summer Institute at the 28th-ranked University of British Columbia offers pupils a rigorous blockchain education and an opportunity to use blockchain for social good.
Canada Needs a Loonie-Linked Digital Currency, Policy Experts Say
Policy think tank C.D. Howe Institute sees Canadian-dollar-linked stablecoins, issued by the Bank of Canada, becoming attractive to Canadians by making them convertible into cash.
Fidelity Launches Canada’s First Institutional Bitcoin Custody Service
The move potentially clears the way for more institutional investors in Canada to invest in bitcoin directly.
Canadian Police Arrest Teen for Allegedly Stealing $36M in Crypto
It is the biggest cryptocurrency theft ever reported in Canada, police said.
Hive Blockchain to Raise C$110M to Expand Bitcoin Production
The crypto miner will raise the money in a private placement of special warrants.
